WEATHER
There will be a mix of sun and cloud today with a daytime high of 0 C. For those planning on heading out later this evening, make sure to bundle up, as Environment Canada says there is 40 per cent chance of flurries, and temperatures are expected to drop to a low of -4 C.
TRAFFIC
Morning traffic is building along the Gardiner Expressway eastbound from Islington Avenue to Strachan Avenue, and westbound from York Street to Strachan.
Further north, commuters are moving slowly along the westbound Highway 401 from Meadowvale Road to Allen Road. Eastbound, traffic is slow from Highway 403 to Allen.
Heading south, Highway 404 is congested from Finch Avenue down to the 401. The Don Valley Parkway is slow in both directions between the 401 and Eglinton Avenue.
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IN THE NEWS
Ghomeshi will plead not guilty to sex assault charges
Jian Ghomeshi will be pleading not guilty to multiple counts of sexual assault, his lawyer said Wednesday. The charges come after police launched an investigation into the former CBC radio host late last month. Ghomeshi's bail was set at $100,000.
Will Doug Ford jump into the Ontario PC leadership race?
Outgoing councillor Doug Ford is holding a news conference later this morning at the Deco Labels and Tags' Etobicoke office. Media reports suggest he will be announcing whether he intends to seek the leadership of the Ontario Progressive Conservative party. The news conference starts at 11 a.m.
SPORTS
Penguins winger Blake Comeau completed a hat trick in overtime as the Toronto Maple Leafs fell to Pittsburgh 4-3.
The Toronto Raptors beat the Atlanta Hawks 126-115 for their sixth consecutive victory. The Raps have won 11 of their last 12 games, matching their best stretch in the team's history.
EVENTS
One of a Kind Christmas Show and Sale
For those on the hunt for a unique, handmade gift to give to their loved ones this Christmas, head down to the Direct Energy Centre for the One of a Kind Show and Sale. The event kicks off today, and ends Dec. 7.
When: Nov. 27 to Dec. 7
Where Direct Energy Centre
Cost: Details online
