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Traffic (light) jam

Feb 28 TRAFFIC LIGHTS 001.jpgYou may have noticed traffic light problems at a few intersections around Thunder Bay over the last few days. What's happening? The CBC's Nicole Ireland hit the streets to find out.

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Worry study

Researchers at Lakehead University might have a way for you to worry less and they hope it won't take too much of your time.

They're conducting a study where participants undergo something called ultra-brief therapy.

If you're a frequent worrier and over the age of 18 the Lakehead researchers are looking for you.

Alex Penney is heading up the study.

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Paul Born

Who you know, and what you say to them: Paul Born believes these are the connections that can change our world.

Born is the President and Coach of the Tamarack Institute for Community Engagement.

He's giving a free public lecture tonight at Lakehead University on the issue of community conversations.


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"A system in crisis.."

A former Justice of the Supreme Court of Canada was in Thunder Bay today to deliver his report into First Nations Representation on Ontario Juries. We talk with the Honourable Frank Iacobucci about his findings.

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Lakehead protest

A group of Lakehead University students took their concerns about a course change at the new law school to the President's office. The CBC's Matt Prokopchuk fills us in on what happened.

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Harlem Shake

The internet is a fabulous spawning ground for fads.

From funny cat pictures to inspirational quotes with the wrong attribution, there's plenty to waste your time on.

Now you can add the absurd world of "Harlem Shake" videos to the mix (or maybe you already have).

So veteran, or novice, the CBC's Josh Lynn put together a little primer on the newest online sensation.

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Police cameras

Police departments throughout Canada and the US have started using a very modern tool for law enforcement. They're strapping on wearable video cameras.

Soon Thunder Bay police may be doing the same thing. It's hoped that by the end of the year, they'll have a small camera attatched to their uniform.

To find out more we reached Thunder Bay Police Inspector Alan McKenzie.


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Tony Clement

The federal minister responsible for FedNor now has additional responsibilities. Prime Minister Harper has given Tony Clement the Ring of Fire file. Clement joins Cathy Alecx in the studio to talk about what that means.

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Report alleges Thunder Bay police drop charges for sex

CBC News has learned about allegations that a Thunder Bay police officer offered to drop charges against a prostitute, in exchange for sex. We hear from a former child prostitute about the way police here treat sex trade workers.

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Memorial Walk

People around the world are marking Valentine's Day with events to raise awarness and stop violence against women. A memorial walk in Thunder Bay honoured missing and murdered Indigenous women.

Sharon Johnson is one of the organizers. Her sister Sandra was murdered in the city 21 years ago.

Three of Mary Natawance's sisters have been murdered.

The CBC's Jody Porter spoke with Sharon and Mary as they walked.

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