Local News

Rise in whooping cough cases prompts Island Health vaccine advisory

17 people have contracted whooping cough on the Island since August, according to Island Health

Sep 19, 2024 11:32 AM Read more >

Police make arrest after alleged knife brandishing incident in Victoria

Incident occurred near Douglas and Courtney streets

Sep 19, 2024 9:12 AM Read more >

New project seeks to help Greater Victoria residents find employment

BEAMS offers wrap-around services including counselling, transportation, medical services, and more

Sep 19, 2024 4:11 AM Read more >

Very young Southern Resident killer whale calf spotted near Greater Victoria

Only 75 of the endangered orcas remain

Sep 18, 2024 8:05 PM Read more >

Oak Bay mom's stolen car recovered, now at impound lot

Car remains in an ICBC salvage yard awaiting biohazard sweep and damage assessment

Sep 18, 2024 6:00 PM Read more >

Court hears Victoria man died from cardiac arrest in hospital psychiatric unit

Paul Spencer was found dead just minutes after being apprehended by security officers

Sep 18, 2024 5:00 PM Read more >

Canadian Medical Association apologizes for racism against First Nations

Association acknowledges abusive and racist history

Sep 18, 2024 4:41 PM Read more >

UVic study finds Victoria team reduced criminalization of mental health clients

VicPD has three ACT officers, with two currently active

Sep 18, 2024 12:11 PM Read more >

Shamrocks have memorable year, despite falling short in Mann Cup bid

The Six Nation Chiefs won four of five championship games against the Victoria Shamrocks

Sep 18, 2024 11:00 AM Read more >

New round of provincial funding will help make roads safer

The Vision Zero in Road Safety Grant Program, which the province launched in 2021, provides $20,000 to each successful applicant to fund road-safety projects

Sep 18, 2024 9:47 AM Read more >