Politics

90% of B.C. communities adopt province's plans for more small-scale housing

VANCOUVER — Almost all British Columbia communities have adopted the provincial government's plan to tackle the housing crisis by allowing more multi-unit homes on properties.

Jul 25, 2024 1:53 PM Read more >

N.S. premier says he was told he'd be 'lightning rod' if he walked in Pride parade

HALIFAX — Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston on Thursday defended his absence from this year's Halifax Pride parade, saying he didn't attend because police feared he'd be a lightning rod for protesters.

Jul 25, 2024 1:33 PM Read more >

Kamala Harris is using Beyoncé's 'Freedom' as her campaign song: What to know about the anthem

NEW YORK (AP) — In Vice President Kamala Harris' first 2024 presidential campaign video, a familiar rhythm rings out.

Jul 25, 2024 1:28 PM Read more >

As Harris considers a running mate, what are states' succession rules for VP candidates?

The 2024 White House campaign has thrust a handful of governors and senators into the mix for vice president, and that has drawn attention to rules of succession in the contenders' home states should they win.

Jul 25, 2024 1:16 PM Read more >

TransLink warns of huge public transport cuts unless '$600m funding gap' is addressed

NEW WESTMINSTER, B.C. — Metro Vancouver's transportation provider TransLink is warning of massive service cuts unless a $600-million funding gap is addressed.

Jul 25, 2024 12:16 PM Read more >

Harris refashions campaign in her own image as she prepares for historic clash with Trump

HOUSTON (AP) — The first change that stands out is the music , with President Joe Biden's rock and Motown fading from the playlist in favor of more pop and hip hop.

Jul 25, 2024 12:11 PM Read more >

Harris tells teachers union she's ready to fight for country's future - 'bring it on'

HOUSTON (AP) — Vice President Kamala Harris told Republicans to “bring it on” in what she described as a “fight for our most fundamental freedoms” as she spoke to the American Federation of Teachers on Thursday.

Jul 25, 2024 11:57 AM Read more >

FCC pursues new rules for AI in political ads, but changes may not take effect before the election

NEW YORK (AP) — The Federal Communications Commission has advanced a proposal that would require political advertisers to disclose their use of artificial intelligence in broadcast television and radio ads, though it is unclear whether new regulation

Jul 25, 2024 11:42 AM Read more >

A neurological disorder stole her voice. Jennifer Wexton takes it back on the House floor.

When Jennifer Wexton rose Thursday to speak on the House floor, something she has done countless times before, the congresswoman used a voice she thought was gone forever.

Jul 25, 2024 11:35 AM Read more >

Bob Rae elected to lead UN international development body

OTTAWA — Bob Rae, Canada’s ambassador to the United Nations, will head the UN’s Economic and Social Council. Global Affairs Canada says Rae has been elected president of the council for a one-year term.

Jul 25, 2024 11:25 AM Read more >