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Thousands of unclaimed bags sit idle at the Toronto Pearson Airport.

This man arrived from Calgary 16 days ago. He is still looking for his bags at Toronto Pearson airport

As unclaimed luggage continue to pile up at Pearson International Airport, one local resident has been looking for his bags for 16 days after arriving in Toronto. 1

A man works on his laptop as thousands of people wait over six hours for their COVID-19 vaccine at a pop-up mass vaccination clinic at Jimmie Simpson Recreation Centre during the COVID-19 pandemic in Toronto on Thursday, June 17, 2021. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette

Doctor prepared to take legal action if Ontario doesn't expand COVID-19 booster eligibility

Ontario is not yet allowing most adults under the age of 60 to get a fourth COVID-19 vaccine shot, prompting one doctor to prepare legal action to get the province to widen eligibility. 14

Gregory Girgis, 26, was the pedestrian who was struck and killed in a collision in downtown Toronto on Canada Day. (Facebook/ Kevin Girgis)

26-year-old pedestrian struck and killed by alleged drunk driver in downtown Toronto identified

The pedestrian who was struck and killed by an alleged drunk driver in downtown Toronto on Canada Day has been identified by his family, remembering him as someone with a great sense of humour and a “huge heart.” 2

Tyler Butler, 29, seen in this photo provided by police, is wanted in a sexual assault investigation. (Toronto Police Service)

Police looking for man who allegedly sexually assaulted woman he met at Toronto concert

Toronto police have released the photo of a wanted suspect after a woman was sexually assaulted near Woodbine Park on Canada Day.

No Dogs Left Behind founder Jeffrey Beri, holds Papo, left, and Gibson, at his sanctuary in Toronto, on Wednesday, June 29, 2022. The pair, who were the last of the mixed-breed street dogs from Afghanistan, who were too young to transport earlier this year, arrived in Canada on June 24. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Tijana Martin

Rescued Afghanistan dogs arrive at Toronto sanctuary

Ten dogs who were evacuated from Afghanistan by the animal welfare group No Dogs Left Behind arrived in Toronto during the long weekend.

A three-year-old spaniel was rescued by police on Friday after being left in a locked vehicle at Square One mall in Mississauga. (Courtesy: Peel Regional Police)

Police rescue dog from locked vehicle parked at Toronto area mall

Animal control is investigating after a dog was left inside a locked vehicle in a mall parking lot in Mississauga on Canada Day. 1

People fuel up vehicles at a Shell gas station in Vancouver, on Saturday, May 14, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck

Gas prices see long weekend drop in parts of Canada, but analysts say relief not likely to last

The Canada Day long weekend saw gas prices plummet in parts of the country, but the relief at the pumps may not stay for very long, analysts say. The decreases come after crude oil prices slid in June following the U.S. Federal Reserve's interest rate hikes, sparking fears of a recession. 18

Toronto library may launch CO2 lending program in mid-July

Toronto residents may soon be able to rent out a carbon dioxide (CO2) monitor at the public library as part of the city’s pandemic response. 1

Gas nozzles are pictured at a gas station on Tuesday, March 8, 2022. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

Ontario's six-month gas tax cut starts. Here's what you need to know

Ontario drivers experienced some relief from record-setting prices at the pump on Friday as the province's gas tax cut came into effect. 2

A Hamilton police cruiser is featured in this file photo. (Andrew Collins)

Driver critically injured in Hamilton crash

A person has critical injuries after a collision on Hamilton mountain Friday evening.

People watch a fireworks show in Centennial park as part of Canada Day celebrations, in Toronto on Sunday, July 1, 2018. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Christopher Katsarov

Canada Day fireworks cancelled at Toronto park after vendor pulls out last minute

One of Toronto’s Canada Day fireworks displays has been cancelled and another has been postponed after a vendor pulled out at the last minute. 2

Man seriously injured after Scarborough shooting

A man was seriously injured after an early morning shooting in Scarborough Saturday, police say.

One person is dead and seven others have been injured after a collision at Wellington Street and University Avenue Friday night.

Downtown Toronto collision leaves one person dead, seven others injured

One person is dead, and seven others have been injured in a collision in downtown Toronto, police say. 1

Police tape is seen in front of a Durham Regional Police cruiser. (Durham Regional Police)

3 dead, 2 others seriously injured in collision in Brock Township

Three people are dead, and two others are seriously injured, including a child, in a collision in Brock Township.

A GO Trasnit locomotive sits on the tracks at Union Station in Toronto, Tuesday, Jan. 15 2008. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld

14-year-old charged after fireworks set off on GO train in Toronto

A 14-year-old boy has been charged after fireworks were set off on a GO train in Toronto Thursday night, police say.

Dashen Smith, 42, seen in this photo provided by Toronto police, has been charged in connection with a moving company scam. (TPS)

Toronto police charge 42-year-old man in moving company scam

A 42-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with a moving company scam, Toronto police say.

A car is seen heavily damaged following an explosion in front of a police station in Oshawa.

Man charged after car explosion in front of Oshawa police station

A 34-year-old man has been charged in connection with a car explosion in front of a police station in Oshawa on Thursday evening.

A volunteer waves Canadian flags while handing them out to people during Canada Day festivities on Monday, July 1, 2013. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck

What you need to know about Toronto's Canada Day events

After two years of mostly virtual celebrations to mark Canada Day, in-person festivities are back across the Greater Toronto Area. 1

Golden State Warriors forward Otto Porter Jr. (32) is defended by Dallas Mavericks guard Jalen Brunson during the second half of Game 2 of the NBA basketball playoffs Western Conference finals in San Francisco, Friday, May 20, 2022. (AP Photo/Jed Jacobsohn)

Toronto Raptors sign NBA champ and free agent forward Porter Jr, source says

The Toronto Raptors have signed forward Otto Porter Jr., who was a key member of the Golden State Warriors' NBA championship team.

Tyrese Campbell-Fraser, 22, is seen in this undated photograph provided by the Toronto Police Service.

Man facing nearly 100 charges in Toronto fraud scheme using fake cheques

A 22-year-old man has been charged with nearly 100 offences after allegedly defrauding multiple people in Toronto using fake cheques.

A man pumps gas in Montreal, March 4, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Graham Hughes

Ontario gas prices about to take massive drop. This is when that will happen

Ontario gas prices are about to take a huge drop and one expert says it will be 'well worth waiting' if drivers can hold off on filling up. 4

Participants gather at the National War Memorial during a demonstration, part of a convoy-style protest participants are calling "Rolling Thunder", in Ottawa, Saturday, April 30, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick

The Canadian flag in the context of 'Freedom Convoy' and residential schools

In the wake of last year’s discoveries of unmarked graves at residential schools and the prominent displays of the Canadian flag during 'Freedom Convoy' protests, some Canadians are re-evaluating the meaning of the national symbol. 16