Manitoba News

WINNIPEG — A man considered a person of interest in the homicide of a B.C. truck driver has been shot and killed by officers in Winnipeg. Chief Danny Smyth said police responded to a hostage-taking at an apartment on Thursday.

WINNIPEG — As Manitoba's first premier from the millennial generation, Wab Kinew is familiar with, and a big believer in, the reach of social media.

WINNIPEG — It's been talked about for generations, and could cost more than $1 billion, but the idea of relocating the rail lines that criss-cross and divide Winnipeg is up for discussion again.

BRANDON, Man. — Rylen Roersma scored twice to lead the Brandon Wheat Kings over the Regina Pats 5-4 in overtime on Wednesday night in the Western Hockey League. Jayden Wiens knocked in the overtime-winner at 1:51 of the extra frame.

WINNIPEG — Police say four boys have been charged with manslaughter after a stabbing in Winnipeg. Peter Filip, who was 27, was killed in the city's West Alexander neighbourhood on Nov. 11.

WINNIPEG — The Manitoba government is planning to take a step in the coming weeks toward its plan for a universal school meal program. Premier Wab Kinew says the government is putting up $1.

WINNIPEG — The search for a Winnipeg senior with dementia who hasn't been seen in two weeks has been continuing with the help of volunteers from the Bear Clan Patrol, but the worry over the man's fate has taken a heavy toll on his family.

WINNIPEG — Manitoba is preparing to join other provinces and increase the tax on vaping products next year as a way to discourage their use, especially among young people.

WINNIPEG — Manitoba's health minister and its top doctor are urging people to get vaccinated before joining family and friends over the holidays. Dr.

WINNIPEG — Police in Winnipeg say they've arrested a suspect but are still seeking two others, in a case where a woman was allegedly kidnapped, tied up and left in a dumpster.