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The Winnipeg Sea Bears are on fire, riding a six-win streak and dominating the Edmonton Stingers with a gritty 100-98 road win after clawing back from a double-digit deficit. Their resilience and collective effort have lifted them to first in the Western Conference, setting up a crucial sweep chance against the Stingers this Thursday. While star Xavier Moon waits on FIBA clearance, Teddy Allen is...

Winnipeg police just nabbed a 29-year-old suspect in a terrifying string of armed robberies that shook the city on June 22nd—six robberies in under 15 minutes, weapons involved, and victims left shaken. The suspect allegedly assaulted store staff, barricaded entrances, and chased down a teen near Magnus Ave before cops swooped in and made the arrest. Officers found two weapons on him. Julius Josep...

Winnipeg’s cricket scene is exploding this summer with two brand-new, regulation natural grass fields opening at Assiniboine Park — a game-changer for local players and a direct response to the sport’s explosive growth, now boasting over 70 teams instead of just 13. These premium pitches, long sought after for their global-standard quality, will elevate skill levels, prep athletes for national and...

An old police station on Pembina Highway, abandoned since 2013, is set to become a vibrant seven-story housing complex with 150 units, ground-floor shops, balconies, and bike access. The city is upgrading infrastructure—including a new school lane and expanded sewage—to support growth, while council members celebrate the revitalization of neglected land. Up to 40% of units will be affordable, with...

Jersey Mike’s is rolling into Steinbach, Manitoba, with its first Canadian outpost opening July 15th — not just another sub shop, but a strategic training hub for future expansion across the province. With plans for more Winnipeg locations next year, this 1,600-square-foot spot will employ 30-35 locals and join Jersey Mike’s 33 Canadian locations as part of their ambitious goal to hit 300 by 2035....

Floods in eastern Saskatchewan are leaving cleanup chaos near the Manitoba border, while firefighters battle a raging wildfire near Lynn Lake using controlled burns and water sources. Meanwhile, Manitoba’s Selkirk Regional Health Centre smashed its first-year goal with 800 hip and knee replacements, sparking a provincial push to slash surgical wait times. On the policy front, federal and provincia...

The Pas-Kameesak by-election on July 21st pits three top contenders against each other to fill the seat left vacant by the late Amanda Lathlin. NDP’s Jennifer Flett, with deep Indigenous governance experience, vows to prioritize healthcare. PC’s Edna Nabess, a businesswoman with Cree ties, brings provincial board experience. Liberal’s Dan Quesnel, from finance, pitches investment and infrastructur...

Winnipeg’s Graham Avenue is shut down to traffic for a year, turned into a park-like zone with picnic tables and art — but the vibe isn’t working for local shops. Business owners report fewer customers, partly because buses stopped running and people assume the whole street is blocked. Downtown Winnipeg Biz admits the change hit bus-dependent stores hardest and is watching the impact while plannin...

A senior support group fighting for crime victims over 60 just got blindsided: their $150K grant was denied amid fierce competition, and now they’re told there’s no appeal — even though they’d prepared clients to testify. The city admits the appeal was a scheduling error, but the real blow? Their project doesn’t qualify for appeal under city charter. CEO Amanda Macrae calls it heartbreaking, espec...

Winnipeg Folk Festival is ditching on-site paramedics this year despite a petition with over 1,300 signatures demanding better medical care — sparked by a nurse’s life-threatening asthma attack last year during wildfire smoke, when she waited 25 minutes for help and lost consciousness without extra oxygen. Organizers say their certified first aid volunteers, trained to call EMS when needed, are st...

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A Manitoba taxidermist is suing the province and two wildlife officials after being ticketed and having his business searched — he claims it was retaliation for criticizing the government’s slow permit process. Reimer says officials deliberately blocked his export permit application, falsely accused him of illegal importation, and conducted a targeted search despite him holding a valid Nunavut per...

Manitoba’s communities are navigating a mix of recovery and reinvention: Dauphin and Deloraine-Winchester battle flood damage with emergency repairs and road closures, while Selkirk revamps its downtown by relocating a dental clinic to boost walkability. Meanwhile, Manitoba’s police watchdog investigates a serious incident involving an officer’s use of force that left a man hospitalized with a fra...

Winnipeg’s got big plans: the John Blumberg Sports Complex is getting a 50-year lease to upgrade fields and amenities, downtown’s set to shine with a $140M, 352-room Sutton Place Hotel opening by late 2028, a resident’s parking ticket seizure is sparking debate over city enforcement, and the USMCA trade deal is sticking around for 10 more years with annual reviews—local buzz and global shifts coll...

A fierce house fire erupted yesterday afternoon in Bridgwater Forest, sending thick smoke and flames into the sky on Erin Woods Road. Firefighters raced to the scene, deploying aerial ladders to tackle the blaze from above while protecting neighboring homes. By 1:54 PM, they had the fire under control — though one house suffered major damage and the next-door neighbor’s home also took a hit. Thank...

Justin Bieber is set to headline the FIFA World Cup final’s first-ever halftime show, curated by Chris Martin, alongside Madonna, Shakira, and BTS — all to raise $100 million for the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, empowering kids worldwide through education and soccer. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai...

Canada’s defense spending is heating up as it signs an $800 million deal for joint strike missiles to arm its future F-35 fighters, with Norway’s Kongsberg leading the supply. This follows a major submarine procurement push, with Germany-Norway’s TKMS favored over South Korea’s Hanwha. All this comes under U.S. pressure from President Trump, whose calls for NATO allies to shoulder more burden are...

A 29-year-old man in Winnipeg’s North End is facing multiple charges after a terrifying armed robbery spree on June 22nd—where he attacked store workers, chased down two men, and assaulted a 19-year-old—all before being swiftly apprehended with two weapons in hand. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is...

Faouzia, the Manitoba-born global sensation, is teaming up with the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra for a one-night-only magic show at the Burton Cummings Theatre on Friday, November 27th at 7:30 PM — a hometown homecoming for the artist who rose from Carman to international fame, including her hit duet with John Legend. Don’t miss this electrifying fusion of classical and contemporary sounds — ticket...

Canada’s government is pushing back against potential U.S. tariffs by arguing its existing laws and new supply chain transparency measures already prevent forced labor — making it unnecessary for the U.S. to impose additional duties on Canadian goods amid a sweeping trade investigation targeting sixty countries. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn...

Brandon braces for a major Assiniboine River surge—up to eight feet—amid sandbagging, Tiger Dams, and local emergency declarations as officials prep for possible evacuations of up to 5,000 residents, while hopeful weather forecasts could ease the crisis. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automate...

A UN inquiry is urgently demanding the release of Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya, director of Kamal Adwan Hospital in Gaza, who’s been detained by Israel since December 2024 and faces alleged abuse and deteriorating health. Human rights groups and his lawyer back the UN’s call, warning his detention violates international law, while Israel denies all claims. A separate UN body also labeled his imprisonment...

Tim McGraw and Faith Hill’s 30-year love story is pure country gold—surprise wedding, 1 duets, three daughters, and now starring together in 1883. Their real-life chemistry turns every moment into a hit, proving that true love? It’s built to last, even when the spotlight’s blinding. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@...

Two weeks after devastating earthquakes struck Venezuela, the toll continues to rise—with over 3,500 dead, 16,000 injured, and tens of thousands still missing. In Winnipeg, Venezuelan-born Carlos Barrios and fellow Latin American advocates are rallying for “Manitoba for Venezuela,” a solidarity event aiming to raise funds and awareness before a July 14 deadline when Canada’s matching donation pled...

Manitoba’s rivers are cresting after heavy rains—Assiniboine’s peak hit near St. Lazare, Brandon peaks July 13, Portage follows—water levels are now falling downstream. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn...