Nickel Belt MPP upset CAS using replacement workers during labour dispute

The MPP for Nickel Belt plans to be in North Bay today to show her support for locked-out workers with the Children's Aid Society.

Why aren't more farmers going organic?

by Samantha Samson

The Organic Council of Ontario says the supply of organic produce isn't reaching growing demands. But they'll have to dig to find out why.

'Blatant racist statement': North Bay ice hut rental company under fire for Kijiji ad

by Olivia Stefanovich

A company promoting ice hut rentals near North Bay, Ont., has sparked controversy over a Kijiji advertisement that said status card holders are not welcome.

Hwy. 144 reopened after transport rollover

Highway 144 has been reopened after a transport rollover forced its closure yesterday, provincial police said.

Calories on menus 'one sandbag in the levee' against weight problems

by Andrew Foote

Ontario's new law forcing large restaurant chains to show calorie counts on their menu is an important step toward encouraging better health, according to one weight management expert, but it's not going to cause massive change on its own.

Audio Hard Rock Medical set for season 3

The students of Hard Rock Medical survived the first two years of medical school in northern Ontario, and now you can find out what’s going to happen in their third year.

Canada's richest CEOs will make your entire annual salary before you have lunch today

by Jacqueline Hansen

A new report shows Canada's 100 top CEOs will earn by 11:47 a.m. today — Jan. 3 — what the average Canadian will make in a whole year.

Huron Central investigates derailment near Blind River

Huron Central Railway said that 13 cars carrying steel coils derailed Sunday night near Blind River.

One dead in Garson snowmobile collision

Greater Sudbury police are currently investigating a snowmobile fatality in Garson Monday afternoon.

Northern businesses fear 'serious dent in the bottom line' from cap and trade

While many businesses are waiting to see what carbon pricing will mean to their bottom line, others are already adapting to Ontario's new cap and trade system.

What to do when you've been had - a guide to dealing with scammers

by Samantha Samson

The police service has been warning citizens about scams and frauds for months. So here are a few tips on keeping your personal information — and your pockets full — all year long.

SUDBURY CITY HALL End of free public transit for Sudbury seniors on Mondays 'a real slap in the face'

by Olivia Stefanovich

Delores Higgins used to arrange outings for seniors around Sudbury, Ont., on Mondays when public transit was free for people over the age of 65.

These are CBC Sudbury's most viewed news stories from 2016

This is it. The ten most popular CBC Sudbury stories of 2016, as chosen by CBC audience.

Residents of Sudbury neighborhood evacuated while firefighters battle blaze

Firefighters from Greater Sudbury Fire Services fought a large fire at Sudbury Truck and Trailer on Whissell Ave. that is spreading heavy smoke over the surrounding neighbourhood on Saturday.

Photos Your most hilarious Canadian wildlife photos of 2016

by Marina von Stackelberg

Our favourite wildlife photos, submitted by you.

CBC Indigenous top newsmakers of 2016

Here are the top five stories of 2016, as chosen by editors at CBC Indigenous.

Wash your hands! Sudbury health unit warns of more gastrointestinal illness

Norovirus has arrived in the Sudbury area, according to the Sudbury and District Health Unit. They say they have received reports of increased gastrointestinal illness — likely due to norovirus — in long-term care homes, daycares and in the community.

Kapuskasing OPP arrest 3 men after armed robbery at Kap convenience store

Three men have been arrested in the wake of an armed robbery in Kapuskasing last night.

Make some plans for NYE in northeastern Ontario

by Samantha Samson

Here are some New Year's Eve ideas from The Soo to North Bay.

'I have no way to defend myself:' Sudbury byelection scandal taking its toll on Glenn Thibeault

An ongoing court case involving alleged bribery in the lead-up to a 2015 byelection in Sudbury, Ont., is slated to resume in January 2017.

Updated Sault Ste. Marie police searching for 30-year-old suspect after serious assault

Sault Ste Marie Police are looking for a 30-year-old Sault Ste. Marie man after a serious assault in the early morning hours of Thursday. The victim suffered life-threatening injuries during the incident.

Homeless encouraged to seek shelter Friday night due to cold weather in Sudbury, Ont.

An extreme cold weather alert has been put in place for Greater Sudbury Friday, as the city and advocates for the homeless aim to keep people safe.

A New Year's present: your hydro bill will drop Jan. 1

by Mike Crawley

Hydro bills for residential and small businesses customers in Ontario will drop by eight per cent effective Jan. 1, as the government begins a rebate of the provincial portion of the HST on electricity.

Northeastern Ontario Habitat For Humanity seeking 'renewed' focus in 2017

Northeastern Ontario's Habitat For Humanity is expecting a busy year in 2017.

Dynamic Earth to light up Sudbury's iconic Big Nickel as part of Canada's 150th anniversary

Dynamic Earth is preparing to celebrate Canada's 150th anniversary in a big way. Starting in May of next year, the Big Nickel will be lit up as part of an evening multimedia show.

Audio Do you know where to throw out wrapping paper? Recycling errors cost city

by Olivia Stefanovich

Workers at the City of Greater Sudbury's recycling depot are facing their busiest time of year sorting through items that have been placed in blue bins.

Holiday apartment fire forces 14 from their homes on Christmas Day

by Samantha Samson

Fourteen people are still waiting to go home after a fire damaged their apartment building on Christmas Day. An apartment on the second storey of a building on Clemow Avenue in Sudbury, Ont. caught fire around 9:00 a.m. on Dec. 25, according to Greater Sudbury Fire Services.

Lack of passport office in Sudbury, Ont. concerns local MP

The fact that Greater Sudbury doesn't have a full-service office dedicated to processing passport applications isn't sitting well with a local Member of Parliament.

Free workshop in Sudbury, Ont. teaches local businesses dementia awareness

by Samantha Samson

The Living Well with Dementia - Blue Umbrella Program helps businesses understand the best customer service tactics in helping people with all stages of dementia.

Where do bees buzz off to in winter?

by Samantha Samson

A local beekeeper is teaming up with Science North to help honeybees stay warm in northern Ontario's icy winters.

Audio 'Sudburians are incredible people': Food bank surpasses last year's donations

by Olivia Stefanovich

The food bank in Sudbury, Ont., has received enough donations to feed people until March, according to executive director Dan Xilon.