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Work continues on alert system for missing Indigenous women: minister

Work continues on alert system for missing Indigenous women: minister

WINNIPEG — The federal government says it's making progress on a pilot program for an alert system that would inform the public when an Indigenous woman or girl is missing.
Ousted Manitoba NDP caucus member accuses premier of grabbing and yanking arm

Ousted Manitoba NDP caucus member accuses premier of grabbing and yanking arm

WINNIPEG — A Manitoba politician who was ousted from the governing NDP caucus is accusing Premier Wab Kinew of lunging at him and yanking his arm during the election campaign five years ago, when the New Democrats were in Opposition.
'You were innocent': Judge acquits Manitoba man 50 years after murder conviction

'You were innocent': Judge acquits Manitoba man 50 years after murder conviction

WINNIPEG — An Indigenous man convicted of killing a restaurant worker 50 years ago was acquitted Thursday by a judge who called the case a wrongful conviction that involved systemic discrimination.
'It will take time': Wab Kinew reflects on first year as Manitoba premier

'It will take time': Wab Kinew reflects on first year as Manitoba premier

WINNIPEG — Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew continues to enjoy a honeymoon with voters one year after his NDP government was elected, but there are challenges ahead in fulfilling promises to improve health care and balance the budget.
Niederreiter scores twice for Jets in 5-2 pre-season win over Flames

Niederreiter scores twice for Jets in 5-2 pre-season win over Flames

WINNIPEG — The Winnipeg Jets turned hard work on the power play into a key goal in a 5-2 win over the Calgary Flames in an NHL pre-season game Wednesday.
Man dies after being Tasered, shot by police in Winnipeg apartment building

Man dies after being Tasered, shot by police in Winnipeg apartment building

WINNIPEG — A man is dead after police in Winnipeg Tasered and shot him while responding to reports of someone armed with edged weapons.
Manitoba premier apologizes to defence lawyers as legislature session resumes

Manitoba premier apologizes to defence lawyers as legislature session resumes

WINNIPEG — Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew apologized to defence lawyers Wednesday for comments he made when his NDP caucus expelled backbencher Mark Wasyliw.
Minimum wage in Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, P.E.I. increases

Minimum wage in Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, P.E.I. increases

The minimum wage in four provinces is going up today. The rate in Ontario is rising by 65 cents to $17.20 an hour, an increase tied to inflation.
Surging Blue Bombers blitz Elks 55-27, clinch playoff spot

Surging Blue Bombers blitz Elks 55-27, clinch playoff spot

WINNIPEG — Zach Collaros had a feeling during warm-up that it could be a special game between his Winnipeg Blue Bombers and the Edmonton Elks on Friday. He was correct.
Lawsuit settlement, collective agreements and Hydro losses drive up Manitoba deficit

Lawsuit settlement, collective agreements and Hydro losses drive up Manitoba deficit

WINNIPEG — The Manitoba government posted a deficit in the last fiscal year of $1.97 billion, documents released Friday show. It is the largest in the province's history outside of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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