Welcome to News Near Here, your trusted source for timely and impactful coverage from Canada’s major urban centres—Montreal, Toronto, and Vancouver. We bring you the latest headlines across politics, culture, and community life, with a dedicated spotlight on crime stories that shape public safety and justice in our cities. Whether it’s breaking news, local developments, or in-depth crime reporting, we’re here to keep you informed and connected to the pulse of urban Canada. v1.9

Montreal Crime

Prosecutors ask Appeal Court to overturn bail for Ontario lawyer in Ryan Wedding case

April 1, 2026

TORONTO — Prosecutors are set to argue today that an Ontario judge was wrong to grant bail to a Toronto-area […]

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Toronto Crime

5 arrested in killing of 16‑year‑old Faizaan Awan after year‑long homicide investigation

April 10, 2026

Hamilton police have arrested five men in connection with the shooting death of 16‑year‑old Faizaan Awan, a Stoney Creek teen […]

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Vancouver Crime

Rapper Offset shot in Florida, spokesperson says he is stable

April 7, 2026

The rapper Offset was shot Monday and is stable, according to a spokesperson for the Migos rapper, but his exact […]

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News Stories

Montreal News

CAQ to choose new leader Sunday as Quebec awaits next premier

April 10, 2026

Quebec will have a new Premier after the CAQ chooses their new leader this Sunday to replace outgoing Premier Francois […]

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Toronto News

Knicks beat Raptors for 13th straight time, keep Toronto from clinching playoff spot 

April 11, 2026

NEW YORK (AP) — Jalen Brunson scored 29 points, Karl-Anthony Towns finished with 22 points and 10 rebounds, and the […]

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Vancouver News

Better late than never? Richmond Public Library books returned 23 years after due date

April 11, 2026

In a story that sounds like a lot like the plot of a popular ’90s sitcom, the Richmond Public Library […]

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