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CityNews Toronto is a local news outlet based in Toronto, Ontario, covering regional news including real estate, business, health, and community issues. It reports on events and developments in the Greater Toronto Area and beyond.
- 28 stories today
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- Top beat: Crime
- Tracked since 2026
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Today’s stories
- Small grocers embrace Ottawa’s national food security strategySmall grocers in Canada are supporting Ottawa's national food security strategy, which includes $3 billion in investments over 10 years to boost competition, support local produce, and improve affordability by expanding food infrastructure.
- Canada pledges $100M for Palestinians facing settler violence, humanitarian crisisCanada announces $100 million in funding for Palestinians in the West Bank and Gaza to address humanitarian needs and settler violence, part of a larger $500 million commitment since 2023. The funding will support UN agencies and the Red Cross, while Canadian officials also pledged $1.8 million for a peace initiative with allies.
- Ottawa revamping approach to barring products of forced labour from reaching CanadaOttawa is set to introduce legislation aimed at improving enforcement against imports of goods made with forced labour, responding to U.S. concerns about Canada's enforcement record. The move comes amid criticism that existing regulations are not effectively enforced, with only a few intercepted shipments and limited penalties imposed.
- Suspect dead after Texas shooting kills 1 and leaves 9 others in the hospital, police sayA Texas shooting left one dead and nine injured, with the suspect dying after a police standoff.
- US and Iran have agreed to wording of a deal to end their war, Pakistan’s prime minister saysUS and Iran are close to a deal to end their war, with terms including nuclear material removal and sanctions lifting, as Pakistan leads mediation efforts.
- Mother of slain Toronto police officer posts moving homage to son, tributes pour inThe mother of slain Toronto police officer Const. Marc Pinizzotto shared a heartfelt tribute on Instagram as the search continues for suspects in his fatal shooting, with tributes pouring in from officials.
- Judge extends block on Trump’s $1.8 billion ‘Anti-Weaponization Fund’A federal judge extended a block on Trump's $1.8 billion 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' as legal challenges continue, with the government claiming lawsuits are moot but plaintiffs disagree. The fund was created to resolve Trump's lawsuit against the IRS over tax return leaks, and its implementation remains halted pending further court action.
- 7 injured after car crashes into mall fitness centre in London, Ont.: paramedicsSeven people were injured when a vehicle crashed into a shopping mall fitness centre in London, Ont., with five in serious condition and two with minor injuries. The driver remained at the scene.
- Man arrested for alleged assault on streetcar in LeslievilleA 26-year-old man was charged with assault after allegedly attacking a victim on a streetcar in Leslieville, Toronto, in May.
- Road closures during FIFA World Cup matches in TorontoRoad closures around Liberty Village and Exhibition grounds in Toronto will be in effect during FIFA World Cup matches from June 12 to July 2, 2026.
- Statistics Canada reports household debt outpaced income in first quarterStatistics Canada reports Canadian household debt exceeded income for the sixth consecutive quarter in Q1 2026, with debt levels reaching 179.6% of disposable income and rising debt service ratios.
- Patagonia is suing Pattie Gonia, a drag queen performer with an environmental messagePatagonia is suing drag queen Pattie Gonia for trademark infringement, alleging her use of the name 'Pattie Gonia' causes consumer confusion, while Pattie Gonia claims the lawsuit targets her climate activism.
- Toronto opening 15 outdoor pools for evenings and weekendsToronto is opening 15 outdoor pools for evening and weekend use starting June 13, with additional pools opening later in June.
- Canada set for World Cup opener against Bosnia-Herzegovina on home soilCanada will host its first-ever FIFA World Cup match against Bosnia-Herzegovina in Toronto, with key players facing injury challenges.
- Jays, Tempo partnerships not enough to save Roots from $10.1-million loss in Q1Roots Corp. reported a larger-than-expected $10.1-million loss in Q1 2026 despite partnerships with the Toronto Blue Jays and Tempo, with sales increasing but not enough to offset the financial loss.