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Manwin Hotel for sale for $2.8M shortly after city order forces tenants to vacate
A troubled Winnipeg hotel vacated earlier this year over safety concerns has been put on the market, and while some say the building can be used to better support the community, others say it is beyond redemption.
Family of man fatally shot by RCMP sue officers, claiming excessive force and negligence
The family of a Grade 12 student is suing two RCMP officers, alleging an excessive use of force and negligence led to the "tragic and wrongful death" of their loved one who was fatally shot in southern Manitoba two years ago.
Fashion show featuring garbage-bag garments highlights experience of kids in foster care
A group of designers beamed with pride as their garments — made entirely from garbage bags — were showcased at a Winnipeg fashion show intended to spread awareness about the struggles and resilience of children in Manitoba's foster care system.
Impaired driver who ran stop sign sentenced to more than 4 years in prison for fatal collision
Family members of an 82-year-old woman from southern Manitoba wiped tears from their eyes inside a Winnipeg courtroom on Tuesday as the drunk driver responsible for the collision that caused her death was sentenced to more than four years in prison.
Manitoba celebrates 1st transgender and 2-spirit day of visibility
The final day of March celebrates transgender people internationally, but legislation passed in Manitoba last year expands that honour to include two-spirit and gender-diverse people, reminding the community that they are loved and supported in Manitoba.
Southern Manitoba school division failed to protect former student from sexual assault, lawsuit alleges
A former student is suing a school division in southern Manitoba alleging it failed to protect him from being preyed upon and repeatedly sexually assaulted by a staff member in the early '00s.
Wife of senior who disappeared in 2023 says getting his pension just before 50th wedding anniversary 'fitting'
Brenda Moberg, who has been steadfast in her fight to secure a portion of her missing husband’s Canada Pension Plan, says it’s fitting she’ll finally be able to receive the benefits during the month which marks her 50th wedding anniversary.
'Can't be green if you're in the red': Tariff response takes priority over sustainable farming, producers say
A grain farmer in Elie, Man., knows that using innovative sustainability measures to improve soil health, water infiltration and nutrient efficiency isn't cheap — and the costs could deter farmers from taking new approaches as tariffs threaten their livelihoods.
Workers with Métis, Michif child and family services agencies hit picket line
Workers with two Métis and Michif child and family services agencies hit the picket line on Tuesday, saying they're fighting for wages in line with other agencies in Manitoba.
Holy relics seized at border, returned to Italy after Winnipeg man bought them on eBay
Holy reliquaries, including relics of Saint Nicolas — who inspired Santa Claus — were confiscated by Canadian border services and returned to Italy after a Winnipeg man tried to illegally import them.