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Visitors warned to avoid areas of Banff National Park due to extreme avalanche conditions
Avalanche conditions west of Calgary continue to deteriorate, resulting in Friday’s brief closure of Banff Sunshine Village and the seldom-used black rating around Banff warning visitors to stay out of the backcountry. Read More
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Chuck Norris dies at 86, family announces
Chuck Norris, a martial artist and actor known for his appearances in “The Way of the Dragon” and “Walker, Texas Ranger,” has died, his family announced Friday.
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Opinion: Blanket rezoning didn’t deliver; Calgary needs a reset
In spring 2024, following months of community engagement and a 15-day public hearing, city council approved blanket rezoning in a 9–6 vote. The decision came despite clear public opposition: 62 per cent of more than 700 speakers and 88 per cent of over 6,000 written submissions rejected the policy. Council’s justification was straightforward — more…
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Brookman: It’s past time to tackle politically treacherous taxation
“Everybody wants to go to heaven, but nobody wants to die.” In April, that expression changes to “Everybody wants the benefits, but nobody wants to pay the taxes.” Read More
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Opinion: Immigration referendum offering scapegoat a ‘dangerous’ strategy
The Herald reported on recent polling showing broad support for the premier’s immigration-related referendum questions. This support is not surprising for anyone familiar with Canadian attitudes toward immigration, which have declined significantly in the past five years. Nearly 60 per cent of Canadians believe that Canada has too much immigration. Read More
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WATCH: Bus fire closes left lane on H-3 Freeway
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Part of the H-3 Freeway is closed as firefighters respond to a bus fire. Video submitted by a viewer shows a school bus ablaze. According to the state Transportation Department, this is on the Haiku side of the tunnels in the Kaneohe-bound direction. Officials said HFD is on scene, and the left…
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Hawaii agricultural damage estimated in the millions after Kona Low
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Hawaii farmers are still assessing damage from the system that just passed, as most residents get ready for the wet weather ahead. The Hawaii Farm Bureau said damage to agricultural crops and infrastructure is in the millions. The executive director of the Farm Bureau said the effects from the Kona Low on…
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Noho Home’s grand opening at Ala Moana Center this weekend
HONOLULU (KHON2) – It’s all about your home. If it’s from drapes to shower curtains to amazing island-inspired carpets, and if we’re talking about your bedroom, why not a comforter? Why not a pillow, big or small, or sheets of every size? Again, it’s all about your home. We are talking about the grand opening…
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‘Kona Low 2.0’ brings heavy rain to Kauai and Oahu, headed to Maui County and the Big Island Friday
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Another wet season storm has arrived with heavy rain lasting through late Sunday. This is the second ‘Kona Low’ in less than a week. The heavy rain is moving through in waves. Heavier showers engulfed Kauai earlier Thursday and moving into Oahu Thursday night. Heavy showers will then move into Maui County…
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Roofing companies flooded with work statewide following storm
HONOLULU (KHON2) — As the state continues to clean up following the powerful Kona storm over the weekend, roofing companies say they’re still dealing with an overwhelming surge in calls from homeowners and businesses dealing with damage. From blown-off shingles to major leaks, contractors said the storm left its mark across the island — and…