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  Pro-choice rally held at U.S. consulate in Toronto in wake of Roe vs. Wade overturn

  Dozens of people gathered outside the U.S. consulate in downtown Toronto Saturday to protest a landmark decision by the United States Supreme Court to overturn constitutional protection for abortion rights.

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  Office workers are returning to Toronto but foot traffic on Mondays and Fridays hasn’t bounced back. Will it ever?

  More people are commuting to offices downtown than at any point since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic but the recovery hasn’t been equal across the board, with both GO Transit and the TTC reporting fluctuations in ridership as many workers choose to work from home at the beginning and end of each week. 1

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  'I will always honour her': Husband files lawsuit in Ontario animal activist's death

  Every Monday, Mark Powell drives to the Burlington, Ont., pork plant where his wife died to give water to pigs on their way to slaughter.

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  Women have a higher chance of developing long COVID than men, study finds

  New research has found that women are 'significantly' more likely than men to suffer from long COVID syndrome, in addition to developing different symptoms of the disease. 2

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  Man arrested after four people violently attacked by his dog in Toronto: police

  A suspect has been arrested after he and his 100-pound dog allegedly attacked four people overnight, Toronto police say. 3

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  Burnes, McCutchen, Brosseau lead Brewers past Blue Jays 5-4

  Corbin Burnes pitched into the eighth inning, Andrew McCutchen and Mike Brosseau homered, and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Toronto Blue Jays 5-4 on Saturday.

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  Two people dead, three injured in overnight shooting in Oshawa, Ont.

  Police say two people were killed and three injured in an overnight shooting on Saturday at a bar in Oshawa, Ont.

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  Police investigating string of overnight robberies at fast food restaurants downtown

  Toronto police are investigating a string of overnight armed robberies at fast food restaurants and a convenience store downtown.

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  Motorcyclist dies after collision in Etobicoke

  A motorcyclist has died after a collision in Etobicoke Friday night.

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  Toronto Police pitch licence plate scanners as a way to close parking ticket 'loophole'

  The Toronto Police Service are eyeing ways to add more technology to the city’s parking system in a way that could give drivers more options to avoid tickets — and close what one self-styled parking vigilante calls a “loophole.” 2

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  Elderly man robbed while using ATM in Chinatown: Toronto police

  Toronto police are trying to identify a suspect after an elderly man was assaulted and robbed while using an ATM in Chinatown.

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  Newly appointed Toronto councillor resigns after controversial social media posts resurfaced

  A newly installed Toronto councillor has resigned after her old social media posts, which appear to show homophobic content, were unearthed hours following her appointment.

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  This is who's in and who's out of Doug Ford's cabinet

  Ontario Premier Doug Ford has unveiled his cabinet for the 43rd Parliament and there are some big changes to the front bench. 24

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  TTC facing nearly $3M in lawsuits filed by former employees over vaccine policies

  The Toronto Transit Commission is facing nearly $3 million worth of wrongful dismissal lawsuits filed by former employees in conjunction with its mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy implemented late last year. 1

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  Ford names new cabinet, with Jones as health minister and a role for his nephew

  Ontario Premier Doug Ford has announced his new, 30-person cabinet, including Sylvia Jones as deputy premier and health minister. 24

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  Ontario cheese maker ready to downsize and return to the glory days of crafting every batch

  An Ontario woman says she’s ready to sell her farm and get back into the business of making each and every batch of cheese her company produces.

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  Ontario elementary school cancels 'Lightyear' viewing due to 'questionable content'

  An Ontario elementary school planning a field trip to the movies this week deemed Disney’s Pixar film ‘Lightyear’ unsuitable for students due to “questionable content." The animated 'Toy Story' spin-off, voiced by actor Chris Evans as Buzz, contains the inclusion of a brief kiss between a lesbian couple. 1

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  A 'heat event' is heading for Toronto this weekend. Here's what you need to know

  Those attending Pride events and other festivals in the city this weekend should prepare for a “heat event,” according to Environment Canada. 2

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  TPS officer accused of stealing victim's watch, credit card faces more charges

  A Toronto police officer is facing additional charges in connection with an investigation into the theft of a missing person’s belongings.

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  Man charged in violent 2021 carjacking in Etobicoke that saw driver hit with hammer

  A 33-year-old man has been charged after allegedly hitting a driver with a hammer and then stealing their vehicle in north Etobicoke more than a year ago.

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  Is Canada heading into a recession? This is what you need to know

  As gas prices and food costs continue to escalate and another interest rate hike is expected next month, many Canadians are wondering if a recession is coming and how to prepare for a possible economic downturn. 29

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  Man dies in hospital after motorcycle collides with transit bus in Vaughan

  A 34-year-old motorcyclist from Barrie has been pronounced dead after his motorcycle collided with a transit bus in Vaughan.

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  Nearly 100 Ontario long-term care homes still don't have air conditioning in all rooms

  Nearly 100 long-term care homes in Ontario missed this week's deadline to install air conditioning in all resident rooms. 2

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  Canada-wide arrest warrant issued for 'dangerous' suspect linked to deadly Toronto shooting

  Toronto police have obtained a Canada-wide arrest warrant for a suspect who they believe is responsible for a shooting in North York last week that left a 28-year-old man dead.

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  Years-long OPP investigation reveals leaked government documents

  A Toronto resident is facing criminal charges after the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) said they discovered leaked government documents in an investigation that began three years ago.