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The intersection of Fairway Road South and Wilson Avenue in Kitchener seen on Dec. 3. (Hannah Schmidt/CTV Kitchener)

Pedestrian and young child struck while crossing a Kitchener street

A Cambridge man and a young child were taken to hospital Saturday afternoon after being struck by an SUV while crossing a Kitchener street.

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Alleged victims speak out after a Waterloo, Ont. man posed as a CSIS agent and scammed women out of millions

Several women have come forward claiming they were victims of a romance scam by a Waterloo, Ont. man. Police believe he allegedly defrauded dozens of women out of more than $2 million over 15 years. 2

An example of housing built over above-ground parking spaces, located at the corner of St. Andrews Street and George Street in Cambridge. (Hannah Schmidt/CTV Kitchener) (Dec. 2, 2023)

'Start thinking in innovative ways': Cambridge councillor pushing for new idea to tackle affordable housing crisis

A Cambridge city councillor is calling for a new way to tackle the local affordable housing crisis. 1

Charles “Chuck” Martin of Waterloo, Ont. in a photo provided by Hanover Police.

Waterloo man considered 'armed and dangerous' arrested after police chase

A man from Waterloo, who was wanted for an armed home invasion, has been arrested following a police chase in Kitchener.

Reward of $1,000 being offered for return of stolen kitten in Waterloo

A Waterloo cat rescue is offering a $1,000 reward for the safe return of a stolen kitten.

A dog gets its picture with Santa at the Pawliday Festival in Kitchener on Dec. 2, 2023.

Second annual 'Pawliday Festival' comes to downtown Kitchener

Some dogs were getting in the Christmas spirit in downtown Kitchener Saturday afternoon. 1

The Spectacular Christmas Market at the Alpine Club in Kitchener on Dec. 2, 2023. (Tyler Kelaher/CTV Kitchener)

'Spreading a little bit of kindness': Christmas Spectacular Market comes to Kitchener

A new kind of Christmas market has made its way to Kitchener. 1

Brantford ranked most dangerous city to drive in Ontario, Kitchener ranked 10th

The Telephone City has topped the list of most dangerous Ontario cities to drive in.

A kangaroo was spotted on the loose east of Toronto Friday morning.

Search for runaway kangaroo in Ontario continues

The search continues for the kangaroo that is hopping around somewhere in Ontario after it escaped zoo handlers from a transport truck Thursday night. 6

Mark Nash with the Canadian Peregrine Falcon Foundation is hoping residents will keep an eye out for where the falcons nest in the spring so the box can be moved there. (CTV Kitchener/Colton Wiens)

Falcon box comes down as CTV tower removed

The transmission tower beside CTV Kitchener’s old station has been fully dismantled. 2

Final dance held to mark end of Community Living Guelph-Wellington day programs

Cupe local 4392 held a final foxtrot to support the the staff and participants of Community Living Guelph-Wellington as they say goodbye to their day programs. 1

Police are seen in Ohsweken, Six Nations of the Grand River on Dec. 1, 2023. (Chris Thomson/CTV Kitchener)

Male arrested after allegedly shooting at police in Six Nations

Police in Six Nations of the Grand River say no one was hurt after a male barricaded himself inside a home and shot at police. 2

Rose Murray with former CTV Kitchener News at Noon anchor Nancy Richards.

Tribute to Rose Murray: Family, friends and of course, food

A special – and delicious – tribute was held Thursday for celebrated cookbook author Rose Murray. Her family, friends and fans were there to make recipes from Rose’s long career. 6

Mike Schreiner, leader of the Green Party of Ontario, Aislinn Clancy, Green Party of Ontario candidate for Kitchener Centre, and Mike Morrice, Kitchener Centre MP for the Green Party of Canada, on Nov. 20, 2023.

Greens win second seat at Queen's Park in Kitchener Centre byelection

Aislinn Clancy has won a historic byelection for Kitchener Centre and the Green Party of Ontario. 6

David Thomson, 35, is seen in this undated photograph provided by police. (Hamilton Police Services)

Inquest will look into suspect’s death at a Brantford, Ont. hotel

The province has launched an inquest into the death of David Thomson who died in a Brantford, Ont. hotel room in 2019. At the time, he was wanted in connection to a double homicide in Hamilton. 1

Four-vehicle crash near Guelph closes road

A four-vehicle crash west of Guelph has resulted in road closures.

The outdoor skating rink at Carl Zehr Square is seen on Dec. 1, 2023. (Dan Lauckner/CTV Kitchener)

Skating rink opens at Kitchener City Hall

In a sure sign of a shift in the seasons, the skating rink in front of Kitchener City Hall is now open.

Waterloo regional police at the scene of a crash in Woolwich. (Heather Senoran/CTV Kitchener)

Driver involved in Woolwich crash airlifted to hospital

New details on Thursday’s crash in Woolwich. Police say a delivery van ran through a stop sign and hit a pickup truck. The driver of the pickup was airlifted to hospital.

Photo of Gordon Oughtred in connection to a homicide investigation. (Twitter: @OPP_WR)

Renewed plea for tips in Brant man’s murder

OPP have put out another call for information in the murder of Gordon Oughtred. He was found dead at an address on Salt Springs Church Road, just outside of Brantford, one year ago.

Security video still of a theft at MôR Elevated Dining & Lounge in Kitchener, Ont. (Source: MôR)

Kitchener restaurant robbed 3 times in 1 night, owner says

A Kitchener restaurant says thieves broke into their business not once – but three times – on the same night. 1

Man charged with stealing kitten from Waterloo pet store

A Waterloo man has been arrested for allegedly stealing a kitten from a Waterloo pet store. However Crosby, the 10-week-old cat, is still missing. 2

Security video appears to show a woman setting a fire and smashing windows with an axe.

'That could have been my home': Residents call for action after attempted arson at Waterloo apartment

A 21-year-old woman was arrested after allegedly attempting to set a fire inside a Waterloo apartment building. 1

Viewer video shows flames at the corner of Victoria and Weber streets in Kitchener on Nov. 30, 2023. (Submitted/Hannah Kavanagh)

Three fires at Waterloo Region encampments in six days

Flames erupted at the corner of Victoria and Weber streets in Kitchener Thursday morning, marking the third fire at a Waterloo Region encampment in six days. 2

BB gun pointed in crowded bar: Guelph police

Guelph police have arrested a 20-year-old man they say pulled a fake gun in a crowded bar.

Someone scrolls through an online dating website in a file photo.

Waterloo man charged in alleged romance scam worth more than $2 million

Police in Waterloo, Ont. have arrested a 49-year-old man they say posed as a CSIS agent and pursued romantic relationships with dozens of women, ultimately defrauding them out of more than $2 million. 3

Two injured in crash north of Elmira

Waterloo regional police say part of Arthur Street North in Woolwich has been closed after a crash.

Vintage Videos: Highlights from the CKCO archive

Check back each Thursday for a new video from our vault. 8

Outside the Candyland display at Conestoga College's downtown Kitchener campus. (Chris Thomson/CTV Kitchener)

Candyland comes to downtown Kitchener

It’s beginning to look a lot like Candyland in downtown Kitchener. The entrance to Conestoga College’s King Street campus has been transformed into the beloved children’s board game. 1

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