Alexander Burmistrov's late goal gives Jets victory over Leafs

by Stephen Whyno

Alexander Burmistrov scored the game-winning goal out of the penalty box to give the Jets a 4-2 victory against the Toronto Maple Leafs on Wednesday night at Air Canada Centre.

New trial date set for 2017 in Candace Derksen killing

A date has been set for a new trial in the death of Winnipeg teenager Candace Derksen 31 years ago. Mark Edward Grant is scheduled to be tried on a charge of second-degree murder in January 2017.

Christmas decor banned until after Remembrance Day at Manitoba store

by Jill Coubrough

Store shelves are already brimming with wreaths, festive lights and fake fir trees, but one Manitoba shop is banning all things Christmas until after Remembrance Day.

Where do the Jets stack up compared to rest of NHL this season?

by Adam Wazny

This may be a severe case of recency bias, but let’s open somewhere between the Montreal Canadiens and the Toronto Maple Leafs.

REPLAY: What does Trudeau's new cabinet mean for Manitoba?

What does the new cabinet mean for Manitoba? What do Manitobans want the Trudeau government to act on quickly? CBC Manitoba political reporter Chris Glover hosted a live chat on Wednesday evening to discuss these issues.

Home care dictated by dollars, not needs, MGEU says

by Margaux Watt

The union representing public sector home care workers in Manitoba says pressure on the system is growing.

Justin Trudeau signals new approach to relationship with indigenous people

by Connie Walker

Today’s swearing-in ceremony for the new prime minister and his cabinet signalled a new approach in the relationship with Indigenous people and the government of Canada.

I-Tip: Rent to own at a big cost

by Katie Nicholson

The I-Team warns consumers of the long-term costs of rent-to-own stores. Consumers can end up paying as much as three times the value of an item.

6 challenges facing Immigration Minister John McCallum

by Reis Pagtakhan

The Liberal promise to bring in 25,000 refugees by the end of the year will require a lot of work in processing, security screening and transporting of these refugees to Canada. However, these are the least complicated challenges the government will face.

20-year-old man dies after weekend house fire in Brandon

One man is dead following a house fire in Brandon over the weekend.

Winnipeg rally aims to keep doctor-assisted dying in spotlight

About a dozen people rallied outside the Winnipeg courthouse on Wednesday to show their support of physician-assisted dying and call for elected officials to keep the issue a priority.

Winnipeg set to host 2017 Skills Canada competition

by Brett Purdy

The Skills Canada competition featuring more than 40 skilled trades and technologies is coming to Winnipeg in 2017.

Hopeful indigenous reaction to Justin Trudeau's cabinet picks

by Tiar Wilson

Indigenous leaders and community members greeted today's appointments with hope but also some skepticism.

Inquests in fire deaths find First Nations need 911, better fire protection

by Chinta Puxley

A judge examining the deaths of three children and a grandfather on remote northern Manitoba reserves says all First Nations deserve 911 service.

Thelma Krull memorial found vandalized

The small memorial for Thelma Krull at Kimberly Hill behind Kildonan-East Collegiate has been vandalized. A picture frame and purple flowers placed on the site to remember the 57-year-old woman were discovered strewn on the ground Wednesday.

'It's a new era': Manitoba premier, leaders react to Trudeau's federal cabinet

The appointment on Wednesday of Winnipeg MPs Jim Carr and MaryAnn Mihychuk to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's cabinet is being lauded by leaders in Manitoba, although the Manitoba Metis Federation is disappointed no Métis were selected.

Teen girl seen leaving Selkirk school with man found safe

A 14-year-old girl who was missing after she was seen leaving a Selkirk, Man., school with an 18-year-old man has been found.

OPINION | Canadians turn their backs on deficit bashing

by Louis-Philippe Rochon

I have my own opinion about why Canadians turned their backs on the Conservatives, and it all comes down to economics.

Grace Hospital to undergo expansion thanks to Winnipeggers' $3.25M donation

Winnipeg's Grace General Hospital will be expanded to house a new emergency department and specialized diagnostic equipment, thanks to a generous donation from a pair of local philanthropists.

Winnipeg MPs Mihychuk and Carr named to Justin Trudeau's cabinet

Winnipeg MPs Jim Carr and MaryAnn Mihychuk have been named to the federal Liberal cabinet under Justin Trudeau, who was sworn in Wednesday morning as Canada's 23rd prime minister.

Facebook launches youth safety guide in Cree, Ojibway and Inuktitut

by Tiar Wilson

Facebook Canada and Media Smarts, Canada's centre for digital and media literacy, launched a resource guide today for youth in Cree, Ojibway and Inuktitut languages at the opening of the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation.

Concerned Manitobans will search for Jennifer Catcheway this weekend

by Jillian Taylor

Brandi Hodgins is organizing a two day search for Jennifer Catcheway on the Dakota Tipi First Nation. She said she doesn't know the family, but felt compelled to help.

Justin Trudeau's cabinet gender quota raises debate

As Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's cabinet is announced on Wednesday, there is still debate about whether he is making a mistake by fulfilling his election promise to make 50 per cent of cabinet ministers women.

Chipmans help open Jesuit school in Point Douglas

Mark and Steve Chipman and other alumni from St. Paul's High School are opening a private Catholic school in the low-income Point Douglas neighbourhood next fall. Tuition is free and founders hope to break the cycle of poverty.

Winnipeg into 9th gloomy day of sunless skies

Much of southern Manitoba, including Winnipeg, hasn't seen any significant amount of sun for nine days now. And CBC meteorologist John Sauder says it'll be a couple more days yet before the clouds move out.

2 children hit by car in Winnipeg, recovering in hospital

Two children are recovering in hospital on Wednesday morning after they were hit by a car in Winnipeg.

Police should've done more to keep Kevin Runke in custody: Law expert

Police should have done more to keep homicide suspect Kevin Runke in custody before his estranged ex Camille Runke was killed, a Manitoba law expert says.

91-year-old Winnipeg woman furious with home-care system

by Margaux Watt

A 91-year-old Winnipeg woman's experience with home care has left her frustrated and angry. Edith Grunfeld's frustration began when she had to wait in hospital for days while home care was arranged, and grew worse when she learned about limitations on that care.

1,700 Winnipeg students hear directly from residential school survivors at TRC event

by Jillian Taylor

Hundreds of students descended on Winnipeg's RBC Convention Centre on Wednesday for day two of the opening ceremonies for The National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation (NCTR).