Manitoba News

WINNIPEG — The proposed search of a Winnipeg-area landfill for the remains of two slain First Nations women could cost $90 million — about half the projected maximum in an earlier estimate — although searchers could face a "very high risk" from asbes

WINNIPEG — The Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs said the search of a Winnipeg-area landfill for the remains of two slain First Nations women could cost less and take a shorter amount of time than previously reported, but full details outlining logistics h

WINNIPEG — The Winnipeg Blue Bombers will have a new home this season. The CFL club announced Tuesday its home venue will go by the name of Princess Auto Stadium. The official change will come about in April.

WINNIPEG — The future of a proposed international curling centre, combined with a museum that would pay tribute to Neil Young, Randy Bachman and other Manitoba music greats, appears to be in limbo.

WINNIPEG — The Winnipeg Blue Bombers re-signed Canadian receiver Drew Wolitarsky to a two-year contract extension Saturday. Wolitarsky was slated to become a free agent next month.

WINNIPEG — Manitoba's Progressive Conservative caucus has chosen Wayne Ewasko, a former cabinet minister serving his fourth term in the legislature, to be interim leader as the party tries to rebuild from last October's election loss.

WINNIPEG — Another step has been taken toward a possible national park reserve in northern Manitoba.

WINNIPEG — The Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs says a second feasibility study assessing the scope of a landfill search for the remains of two First Nations women has been completed and is set to be forwarded to the federal government.

WINNIPEG — Mason Appleton was glad to help get the Winnipeg Jets back on track.

WINNIPEG — The daughter of a slain First Nations woman has filed a human rights complaint against Manitoba's Progressive Conservatives for an ad campaign about its decision not to search a Winnipeg-area landfill for her mother's remains.