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  'A devastating loss': Decades of army, air force memorabilia lost to massive fire at Brantford plaza

  Fire crews were called to respond to Mohawk Plaza shortly before 2 a.m. Tuesday. 2

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  Regional councillors show support for extension of hybrid shelter funding

  The future of a hybrid shelter in Waterloo is up for discussion. 1

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  How a University of Guelph app is opening doors – literally

  An app developed at the University of Guelph is aimed at making accessible doors more accessible. 1

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  'It almost sounds criminal': MPPs react to Dutchie’s controversy as province drafts new employment laws

  The controversy surrounding Dutchie’s, a grocery company in Waterloo Region, has now hit the ears of lawmakers at Queen’s Park. 8

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  Toronto Maple Leafs sign deal with Kitchener native Steven Lorentz

  Kitchener native Steven Lorentz has earned a spot with the Toronto Maple Leafs. 1

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  Road reopens following 3-vehicle collision in Township of Puslinch

  Wellington Road 35 between Gore Road and Concession 1 has reopened following a three-vehicle crash.

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  Good Samaritans help injured pilot after plane crash in Huron East

  Police say they received a 911 call from the involved pilot around 11:20 a.m. after they had crash-landed in a farm field near Newry Road.

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  Ontario lowers the age for self-referral mammogram breast screening to age 40

  The Ontario government has lowered the age for regular mammogram breast screening to allow all woman between the age of 40 and 49 to self-refer for the service. 1

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  Four masked suspects steal $30K from Kitchener home: WRPS

  Waterloo Regional Police say four masked suspects broke into a Kitchener home early Tuesday morning.

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  Three teens arrested after alleged hate-motivated assault in Kitchener

  Waterloo Regional Police responded to a report of an assault in the area of Hazelglen Drive and Mooregate Crescent on Aug. 21 around 7:25 p.m.

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  KidsAbility opens fully accessible playground in Waterloo

  Made possible by over $614,000 in donations from local donors, the playground offers features such as a wheelchair-accessible swing and spinner, sensory play zones, ramps, and a non-verbal communication board.

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  Police investigating overnight residential break-in in Baden

  Police say during the overnight hours on Monday, an unknown number of suspects entered a home on Michael Myers Road in Baden.

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  Waterloo, Ont. tech company responds to surveillance, spyware allegations

  In September, CTV News Kitchener reported on Sandvine's deals with autocratic governments, including Egypt, where its tech reportedly helped inject spyware into the devices of government critics. 2

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  'That is not the Corey that I know': Character witnesses speak at disgraced Guelph Police officer's penalty hearing

  The penalty hearing for Guelph Police constable Corey McArthur has heard from two character witnesses, both supporting an eventual return to policing for the officer who has admitted to assaulting a teen who was handcuffed to a hospital bed. 1

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  Guelph Police seek public’s assistance in fraud investigation

  Guelph Police are looking for the public’s assistance in identifying a woman as part of a fraud investigation.

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  Tracking Hurricane Milton: Storm becomes world's strongest of 2024

  After reaching peak intensity with wind speeds of 180 m.p.h. (285 km/h) on Monday night, Milton became the strongest storm on our planet for 2024. 15

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  Beware of scams during Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days sales event: cybersecurity firm

  As online shoppers hunt for bargains offered by Amazon during its annual fall sale this week, cybersecurity researchers are warning Canadians to beware of an influx of scammers posing as the tech giant. 2

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  London driver charged after hit-and-run crash in Woodstock

  Police in Woodstock have charged the driver of a black Volkswagen Jetta after it was seen leaving the scene of a crash. Around 5:20 p.m. on Monday, police were called to the scene of a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of Dundas Street and Waterloo Street.

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  Local groups gather to mark grim anniversary of Hamas attack

  Communities across Canada, including in Waterloo Region, are marking one year since the Oct. 7 attack that sparked the Israel-Hamas war. 2

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  Baby Boomers are living longer than previous generations but have worse health, study finds

  Baby Boomers may be expected to live longer than their predecessors, but a recent study has found that they are more likely to suffer from worse health than previous generations.

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  Stabbing in Cambridge sends 2 to hospital; 2 suspects sought

  Waterloo Regional Police say two groups of people met in the area of Eagle Street North and Laurel Street, and a dispute occurred.

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  12-year-old charged after alleged hate-motivated assault in Waterloo

  Waterloo Regional Police have charged a 12-year-old after a report of an assault in Waterloo over the weekend.

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  Safety concerns over group of Guelph dogs leads to charges and mail delivery changes

  A dog owner in Guelph is facing charges after residents claimed they felt unsafe around a group of dogs. 1

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  Toronto man wanted in connection to shooting at Waterloo business

  Jalen Belle-McCormack, 20, from Toronto, is currently wanted on a warrant in connection to a shooting at a Waterloo business on May 18.

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  Demolition underway at former House of Friendship shelter in Kitchener

  Demolition of the shelter, located on Charles Street in Kitchener, was underway Monday, marking the end of over four decades of service. 2

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  Police investigating break-in at Kitchener home

  According to police, a male suspect had entered a home on Dooley Drive through a side garage door shortly after midnight on Oct. 1.

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  Kitchener soccer club headed to U-15 national championships

  A Kitchener soccer team is preparing to face off against the best clubs in the country. 1

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  Kitchener stabbing prompts police investigation

  According to police, officers responded to reports of a stabbing in the area of Victoria Street North and St. Leger Street around 5:30 a.m. Sunday.