Mamdani May Need to Find $5 Billion More a Year for Free Child Care

A new report by the Center for New York City Affairs projected that a child care system for all children under 5 could cost the city about $9 billion a year.

Magnitude 2.6 earthquake jars Hawthorne, surrounding communities

A magnitude 2.6 earthquake was reported at 8:30 p.m. Sunday in Hawthorne, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

Fires near Spokane have burned 600 structures and forced 60,000 evacuations

Fires near Spokane have burned 600 structures and forced 60,000 evacuations

Suspect in shooting at Idaho fast-food restaurant died from self-inflicted gunshot wound, police say

Suspect in shooting at Idaho fast-food restaurant died from self-inflicted gunshot wound, police say

‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ nets second best North American opening ever with $355 million

‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ nets second best North American opening ever with $355 million

'We're all pretty stressed out': Residents in B.C.'s Okanagan flee fast-spreading fire

Residents in B.C.'s north Okanagan region say they had to leave their homes, possessions and in some cases their pets behind to escape a rapidly spreading wildfire near Vernon.

Concertgoer dies after reported brain injury at Warped Tour in Long Beach

David Granado Jr. attended the popular punk festival on July 26 with his girlfriend, brother and friends. There, he suffered "a traumatic and ultimately fatal brain injury," a fundraiser said.

Skubal to Dodgers, Peralta to Rays as MLB teams add pitching at trade deadline

Two-time Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal is on the move to the Los Angeles Dodgers, giving the two-time defending champions even more talent on a loaded roster.

Destructive wildfires prompt evacuations in Washington state

About 5,000 homes have been evacuated and about 600 homes, businesses and other buildings have been destroyed by wildfires that remained uncontained Sunday in eastern Washington state, authorities said.

Billionaire tax is endorsed by California Democrats, deepening party divisions over Prop. 40

The California Democratic Party backed Prop. 40, a 5% billionaire tax for healthcare, despite heavy pushback from Newsom and labor leaders.

‘Hadestown’ Parts Ways With Geno Segers After Transgender Comments Surface

Geno Segers was set to join the production with an all-new principal cast in September.

Another broken pipe unleashes flooding, this time in Beverly Grove

Following several pipe bursts in the Los Angeles area in recent weeks, another broken pipe near San Vicente Boulevard in Beverly Grove caused streets to flood Sunday.

California counties monitoring for measles in farmworkers from Arizona

The California Department of Public Health has identified agricultural workers in the state who were exposed to measles during an outbreak in Arizona.

California counties monitoring for measles in farm workers from Arizona

The California Department of Public Health has identified agricultural workers in the state who were exposed to measles during an outbreak in Arizona.

Canadian athletes bid farewell to 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow

Watch live coverage of the Commonwealth Games closing ceremony from Glasgow

Okanagan Lake wildfire doubles in size as new evacuations ordered across B.C.

The Bradley Creek wildfire burning in B.C.'s North Okanagan has more than doubled in size since Saturday, growing from about 10 square kilometres to roughly 26, the B.C. Wildfire Service said Sunday morning.

Israel says it has 'serious security concerns' over Hamas disarmament deal

Israel has shared "serious security concerns" with the White House regarding the proposed disarmament deal with Hamas, an Israeli official said Sunday in what were some of the first public comments since U.S. President Donald Trump announced the agreement.

2 killed after helicopters battling Greece wildfires collide

Two Greek firefighting helicopters collided in midair on Sunday as they were battling a wind-driven wildfire west of Athens, sending one aircraft crashing to the ground, footage showed. Two crew members died in the crash.

EU calls emergency meeting over Ceuta border crisis

The European Union has called an emergency meeting to discuss the crossing of tens of thousands of Moroccan migrants into the Spanish exclave of Ceuta last week. The meeting follows a joint letter from 22 member states calling for action and the need to strengthen EU borders.

Judo Commonwealth Games champion Julien Frascadore named Canada’s flag-bearer for closing ceremony

Judo gold medallist Julien Frascadore has been named Canada’s flag-bearer for the closing ceremony of the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland.

Kyle Reyes wins Canada's 4th gold, 7th medal overall in judo at Glasgow 2026

Kyle Reyes continued Canada’s judo medal haul at the Commonwealth Games with gold in the men’s -100-kilogram weight class on Sunday.

Coralie Godbout wins bronze for Canada's 6th judo medal at Glasgow 2026

Coralie Godbout delivered Canada’s sixth medal with bronze in the women’s -78-kilogram division opn Sunday, defeating India’s Ishroop Narang 1-0 in the golden score extra time period after taking Narang down on her side for a yuko point.

Canadian judokas battle for medals on final day of Commonwealth Games

Canadian judokas have three more chances at medals on the final day of competition at the Commonwealth Games on Sunday in Glasgow.

Two years after Jasper went up in flames, what attractions have reopened?

Though most of the national park has reopened after the Jasper wildfire, a few iconic areas require more extensive repairs that the federal government is backing with an over $500M investment.

High surf and severe erosion trigger Point Dume closures and Long Beach surge warnings

L.A. County's Department of Beaches and Harbors did not provide an estimate for when the facilities would reopen.

Road, parking lot and restrooms at Point Dume Beach closed due to 'extreme erosion'

L.A. County's Department of Beaches and Harbors did not provide an estimate for when the facilities would reopen.

It's been a summer of bad news for Mayor Bass. Can she reset the narrative?

The Lineage cold-storage fire, the rise in homelessness numbers and staff turnover have created new challenges for Bass as she heads to a Nov. 3 runoff with Nithya Raman.

La dedicación de un detective de la Policía Metropolitana a la familia de una víctima de sobredosis le valió un reconocimiento

La dedicación de un detective de la Policía Metropolitana a la familia de una víctima de sobredosis le valió un reconocimiento

The percentage of homes surviving California wildfires is dropping, despite efforts to harden them

The percentage of homes surviving California wildfires is dropping, despite efforts to harden them

Elite education masks a feigned swamp charm

Elite education masks a feigned swamp charm

A dress code for transgender teachers is probably illegal and definitely wrong

A dress code for transgender teachers is probably illegal and definitely wrong

The joy and heartbreak of adopting a senior dog

The joy and heartbreak of adopting a senior dog

‘She’s in our hearts’: Metro detective’s dedication to overdose victim’s family earns him recognition

‘She’s in our hearts’: Metro detective’s dedication to overdose victim’s family earns him recognition

‘Está en nuestros corazones’: la dedicación de un detective de la Policía Metropolitana a la familia de una víctima de sobredosis le valió un reconocimiento

‘Está en nuestros corazones’: la dedicación de un detective de la Policía Metropolitana a la familia de una víctima de sobredosis le valió un reconocimiento

Languages can disappear through migration. Here's how immigrant families hope to save them

For many immigrants, building a new life in Canada can come with an unexpected loss: the gradual fading of their heritage language. Linguists say families should carefully consider whether or not to pass these languages on, as many people later regret not doing so.

'Worst-case scenario': Ships blocked from the Strait of Hormuz pose invasive species threat

Ships stalled in the Gulf region due to the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz could pose an 'immense' threat, according to a paper published last week. Experts say biofouling on hundreds of ships over several months could lead to the spread of invasive species.

As Trump rolls back endangered species protection, experts say Canadian wildlife is also at risk

The Trump administration is being sued by conservation groups over a change they say will weaken habitat protection for endangered species. In Canada, experts say the move could also harm animals that move between the two countries, including migratory birds and southern resident killer whales.

Ships stranded in Gulf could pose global invasive-species threat, study says

Ships stalled in the Gulf region due to the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz could pose an 'immense' threat, according to a paper published last week. Experts say biofouling on hundreds of ships over several months could lead to the spread of invasive species.

Lurkers in the deep: How Canada's new submarines will be used in peace and potential war

The Canadian government has often spoken about the need for submarines to patrol Canada's vast coastline. But the role and range of of its new submarines go far beyond merely patrolling the three coasts of the country.

The man who phoned in Canada's most famous UFO sighting became the face of the mystery

The Oct. 4, 1967, Shag Harbour event is considered Canada's most famous UFO incident. Laurie Wickens became the public face of the mystery, a role he kept until his recent death at 76.

Canada built its nuclear industry to avoid foreign fuel. Its new reactors will depend on it

Canada built its nuclear industry around Candu reactors supplied by a made-in-Canada supply chain. Ontario is building, and other provinces are considering, SMRs that require foreign uranium enrichment and fabrication in an abrupt departure from decades of self-reliance.

When the Fireflies Come Out to Play

For a few weeks in the summer, they emerge from underground and perform their aerial light show, hoping to find some action.

‘I Thought: This Guy Must Be the Worst Negotiator Ever’

Bartering on the L, a beautiful baritone from behind a closed door and more reader tales of New York City in this week’s Metropolitan Diary.

The Quirky, Luxurious and Stylish Cannabis Dispensaries of New York

In a crowded field of legal sellers, stores in New York City are leaning into looks and vibes to find their customers.

How a Reporter Turned an Article Into a Manhattan Walking Tour

An interactive search through New York City’s revolutionary history gave new meaning to the idea of shoe-leather reporting.

'Today' show host Savannah Guthrie begs for 'someone to come forward' in her mother's disappearance

'Today' show host Savannah Guthrie begs for 'someone to come forward' in her mother's disappearance

UEFA declares no confidence in Infantino and vows accountability for failed World Cup equity plan

UEFA declares no confidence in Infantino and vows accountability for failed World Cup equity plan

Evacuations underway as fast-growing wildfires threaten communities in B.C.'s Interior

Evacuations are underway around two fast-growing wildfires in B.C.’s Interior, one near the Okanagan Lake and another in the East Kootenay.

Woman shot and hospitalized after argument in Van Nuys apartment

Officers responded early Saturday morning to a Van Nuys apartment after a man shot a woman multiple times following an argument.

Sopranos and Goodfellas actor Vincent Pastore dead at 80

Vincent Pastore, a veteran actor who played mobsters and tough guys, and was best known for playing Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on The Sopranos, has died. He was 80.

Western U.S. heat wave brings record temps to Phoenix, wildfire evacuations in Spokane

Cities across the Western U.S. set or approached daily temperature records on Saturday, as SoCal officials cautioned residents to watch for symptoms of heat illness.

Western U.S. heatwave brings record temps to Phoenix, wildfire risk in Pacific Northwest

Cities across the Western U.S. broke daily temperature records on Saturday in preliminary measurements, as SoCal officials cautioned residents to watch for symptoms of heat illness.

Famed Big Bear eagle Jackie remains 'very sick' as malady remains a mystery

Veterinarians continue extensive testing to diagnose famed Big Bear bald eagle Jackie, who remains anemic and sick with a still unknown condition.

Suspect in deadly Chino Hills kidnapping worked with victim in real estate

Suspect and victim in a deadly Chino Hills trunk execution were commercial real estate partners embroiled in a business dispute, attorney says.

Bombing near upscale Moscow restaurant kills 3 people, wounds at least 21

Russian state media, citing local authorities, reported an unidentified woman carrying a homemade bomb tried to get into an upscale restaurant in central Moscow but was stopped by a security guard.

Weather conditions expected to spark new wildfires, accelerate fire growth, B.C. Wildfire Service says

The B.C. Wildfire Service warns an approaching cold front could spark new wildfires and cause existing fires to spread rapidly because of strong winds and possible lightning.

Man dies after boat carrying 21 migrants is intercepted near San Clemente Island

Officials with the Coast Guard and U.S. Customs and Border Protection stopped the vessel more than 70 miles off the Southern California coast, finding 21 people suspected of entering the country illegally.

Canada wins appeal, men’s 4x100m silver medal reinstated at Commonwealth Games

Canadian women capture silver medal in 4x100m relay final; Canada's men DQ'd at Commonwealth Games

Laurence Biron earns Canada's 3rd judo gold; all eyes on Canada's relay teams at Commonwealth Games

Nirmal Purja, 'inspirational' Nepali climber, among 10 killed in avalanche during Pakistan expedition

Purja, 43, and nine others had been missing since Thursday after being struck by an avalanche on Broad Peak, the world's 12th-highest ​mountain, in Pakistan's Gilgit-Baltistan region.

Mayor Bass outpaces challenger Raman in fundraising, new campaign finance reports show

Bass pulled in more than $510,000 in contributions while Raman raised just over $170,000.

Video shows worm-like creatures in drinking water at ICE detention center

A federal court judge ordered sweeping changes at the Adelanto ICE Processing Center in Southern California two weeks ago. But some detainees say issues persist.

Little worms in water: ICE detainees in Adelanto say poor conditions persist despite court order

A federal court judge ordered sweeping changes at the Adelanto ICE Processing Center in Southern California two weeks ago. But some detainees say issues persist.

Hunger and hostility cited by migrants as reason for return to Morocco from Spain's Ceuta

Ceuta migration influx has resulted in tens of thousands of migrants who originally travelled into the Spanish territory to return to North Africa; Spain to put up containment fence.

Body of Girl, 10, Recovered From New Jersey River Days After Boy’s Remains Are Found

The boy was credited with saving his 11-year-old sister after the three children fell into the rain-swollen Passaic River. The 10-year-old girl’s body was found on Friday after a two-day search.

Pimicikamak Cree Nation under lockdown after gunshots fired, 1 person dead: chief

Pimicikamak Cree Nation in northern Manitoba went into lockdown early Saturday morning after gunshots were fired and one person died.

New HIV infections in Canada are rising. Advocates say years of progress are at risk

Data from the Public Health Agency of Canada said HIV infections in the country increased by 22.8 per cent. Advocates say previous momentum to eliminate HIV as a public health threat has slowed and warn about a resurgence of infections.

New HIV infections in Canada are rising. Advocates say years of progress is at risk

Data from the Public Health Agency of Canada said HIV infections in the country increased by 22.8 per cent. Advocates say previous momentum to eliminate HIV as a public health threat has slowed and warn about a resurgence of infections.

How a road trip detour to Tumbler Ridge led this tourist from Taiwan to a 100-million-year-old dinosaur track

One of five UNESCO Geoparks in Canada, Tumbler Ridge has been attracting people from around the world who are helping to uncover the region's dinosaur past.

Riverside County failed to act on reported abuse before baby Emmanuel's death, suit alleges

The suit, filed Monday on behalf of Emmanuel's 3-year-old sister, claims that the Riverside County Department of Public Social Services failed to properly investigate a 2024 report of abuse in the Haro household.

Wind, lightning in forecast as cold front adds new challenge in B.C. wildfire fight

The B.C. Wildfire Service says a cold front is forecast to move through parts of the province on Saturday, potentially bringing stronger winds.

Commentary: Highway bandits, Charles Lindbergh and the 700 curves; The story of the Ridge Route over Tejon Pass

Two versions of the Ridge Route over the Tejon Pass were built before the Interstate 5 was completed in 1970, connecting L.A. to Central California.

Lopez: Dodger Stadium gondola plan about to hit heavy turbulence as state park defenders play hardball

L.A. State Historic Park is a public space, defenders say, not a private playground for billionaires.

Whales are dying in B.C. waters. Here's how 2 groups are trying to save them

An estimated 20,000 whales are killed worldwide by vessel strikes each year, according to the International Marine Mammal Project.

2 teens charged with 2nd-degree murder of woman in Prince Albert, Sask.

Two teenagers have been charged with second-degree murder after 27-year-old Daina Gauthier was fatally stabbed on Thursday in Prince Albert.

Laurence Biron earns Canada's 3rd judo gold medal at Glasgow 2026

Laurence Biron captured Canada’s third judo gold medal of the 2026 Commonwealth Games on Saturday with a victory in the women’s -63-kilogram final.

Canadian 4x100m relay teams advance to finals at Commonwealth Games

The Canadian men's and women's 4x100-metre relay teams earned their way into their respective finals at the Commonwealth Games on Saturday in Glasgow.

Newsom boasts of California's upcoming minimum wage increase, criticizes Trump for ignoring workers

California's statewide minimum wage is set to rise next year.

The percentage of homes surviving California wildfires is dropping, despite efforts to harden them

At the turn of the century, wildfires destroyed only about 3% of the California homes they came into contact with. By 2020, the rate had risen to 18%, a new study found.

Impending closure of Rose Bowl pools for Olympics preparation has the aqua-set in a funk

LA28 plans to hold Olympic diving events at the Rose Bowl Aquatics Center in Pasadena. A prolonged construction closure has patrons worried.

Though California could be key to House control, it now has few battlegrounds

California's redistricting has helped drive a decrease in the number of competitive congressional districts nationwide, a new analysis found. The battlegrounds that are left could have national consequences.

From Halifax to Hollywood: Baby Nova's unlikely music journey

The Halifax-raised and now Los Angeles-based indie-pop musician Baby Nova released her debut album, Shhugar, this year, and has been getting accolades. She's playing the main stage of one of Canada's biggest music festivals Saturday.

Kayaker on St. John River makes a pair of grim discoveries

​Melissa Lavigne has done a lot of kayaking on the St. John River, but on a recent paddle, she came across something new: a headstone and grave marker for two long-dead Fredericton men.

College football by the odds: Vegas preview and picks of every Mountain West win total

College football by the odds: Vegas preview and picks of every Mountain West win total

Wildfire smoke is now the primary pollutant affecting pregnancy, study shows

Wildfire smoke is now the primary pollutant affecting pregnancy, study shows

Voters face a crucial choice in the upcoming midterms to restore constitutional accountability

Voters face a crucial choice in the upcoming midterms to restore constitutional accountability

Latino civic organizations form new coalition to mobilize Hispanic voters

Latino civic organizations form new coalition to mobilize Hispanic voters

The Trump administration is ending a Medicare drug subsidy program; here's how it could affect costs

The Trump administration is ending a Medicare drug subsidy program; here's how it could affect costs

The mystery of the 'Great Wall' of Hant’s Harbour

Though the local nickname “The Great Wall” may be tongue-in-cheek, it does reflect the intensive labour that must have gone into building these structures.

Sobriety gave me a fresh start. My dog taught me what to do with it

Rebecca Auerbach thought sobriety would be the hardest part of rebuilding her life. But raising a challenging German Shepherd while navigating early recovery became an unexpected lesson in responsibility, self-trust and becoming someone she could finally rely on.

Is your windshield cleaner after road trips? It's a bad sign for bugs

Many people remember road trips back in the day that left windshields splattered with insects – and may get the uncomfortable feeling that things have changed. Here's what researchers are finding.

Canadians ready to play ball as 1st season of Women's Pro Baseball League gets underway

Nearly a dozen Canadian athletes are going to be part of the chase to be the first-ever champions of the Women's Pro Baseball League, which begins its inaugural season in the United States on Saturday.

Dreaming of representing Canada at Eurovision? These Canadian former contestants have some advice

Nine Canadians have performed on behalf of other countries in previous Eurovision Song Contests. CBC News has tracked down a few of them to get their advice on how Canada can put its best foot forward in Bulgaria 2027.

What French communities have learned after a week of battling wildfires that threaten their way of life

People in communities across southwestern France have spent the last week volunteering to aid firefighting efforts as blazes ravage the pine forests near their small towns. Now they face a difficult transition as they move from crisis response to figuring out how to prevent the fires threatening their entire way of life.

Canada could add billions to its economy by processing more food. Here's what it's trying

The federal government's national food security strategy is pledging hundreds of millions of dollars to scale up Canada's food processing industry. CBC's The House spoke to Ontario farmers and innovators to understand why the push matters and what Canada could gain if it succeeds.

Baby’s First R-Rated Blockbuster

“The Odyssey” is selling out in all formats at all times of day. Even at morning screenings, which are packed with newborns and parents desperate to feel “normal.”

The Bagpiper’s Endless Quest for a Place to Practice

A tour of New York’s cemeteries, toxic canals and industrial zones where a great Highland bagpipe can drone in peace.

2 Children Drown in New Jersey River

The body of a girl, 10, was found in the Passaic River on Friday evening, two days after she was swept away. The body of a boy the same age was recovered earlier.