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

Man accused of killing Charlie Kirk pushes to ban cameras from court

April 17, 2026

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — The man accused of killing Charlie Kirk wants a judge to ban cameras from the […]

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Toronto Crime

Toronto man arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting woman in Union Station

April 17, 2026

A Toronto man has been arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a woman in Union Station earlier this week. Toronto police […]

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Vancouver Crime

Man accused of killing Charlie Kirk pushes to ban cameras from court

April 17, 2026

The man accused of killing Charlie Kirk wants a judge to ban cameras from the courtroom and says live broadcasts […]

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News Stories

Montreal News

Crown can seek forfeiture of seized assets in derailed Quebec drug cases: top court

April 17, 2026

The Supreme Court of Canada says the Crown can seek the forfeiture of assets seized in a drug probe even […]

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Toronto News

City confirms explosion at Downsview Park was part of Drake video shoot, councillor calls it ‘alarming’

April 17, 2026

A large explosion at Downsview Park on Thursday night was part of a “Project Bot” video shoot by Toronto rapper, […]

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Vancouver News

Fake bank workers, fake officers: Vancouver police warn public of elaborate new scam

April 17, 2026

The Vancouver Police Department (VPD) is warning the public about a scam involving fake police officers and fake bank employees […]

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