Chris MacIntyre

Chris MacIntyre is a CBC reporter in Dawson City, Yukon. If you have a story idea or news tip you'd like to share you can reach him at [email protected] or @chriswhereyouat on X.

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Trial continues for man charged with refusing breathalyzer test after fatal crash in Dawson City, Yukon

On Thursday, final submissions began in the trial of Erich Rauguth. Rauguth is charged with failing to provide a breath sample after being involved in a fatal vehicle collision in Dawson City, Yukon, in 2023.

Warm weather, rain force early closure of Dawson City, Yukon's ice bridge

Dawson City, Yukon's annual ice bridge is now closed to the public. Rain and warm temperatures over the weekend have created unsafe conditions for travelers, the territory says.

Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation councillor removed from council by colleagues

Crystal Linklater was removed from her role as a Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation councillor last week. It comes after council called on Linklater to resign in January.

Yukon residents mull whether to cancel U.S. travel plans during tariff war

Some Yukoners say worsening relations between the U.S. and Canada are making them rethink their travel plans, while others said they aren't going to let politics stop them from crossing over the border.

Yukoners lost over $800K to fraudsters in 2024, more than previous two years combined

Yukoners scammed out of $803,277 in 2024 with spear phishing and investment scams as some of the top methods used, according to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre.

Yukon firefighters still responding to calls, even in expired protective gear

Volunteer firefighters in the Yukon are sometimes using expired protective gear when they respond to calls. The territory says it's ordered new gear that should arrive 'shortly.'

New truck to beef up fire response in Champagne, Yukon

The Yukon Fire Marshal's Office delivered a new truck to the scene safety response unit in Champagne, Yukon. It's equipped with a 300 gallon water tank, and a pump that can pump 300 gallons a minute.

Green Party picks Gabrielle Dupont as Yukon federal candidate

The Green Party's Gabrielle Dupont is running to be the territory's next MP.

New year brings new hope for Dawson City, Yukon's new rec centre

Dawson City, Yukon's new recreation facility project is moving forward. The town's recreation manager said the design is now being refined and will be presented to mayor and council for the final decision in May, with ground work to follow.

Yukon miner's upcoming season in limbo as he waits longer than expected for permit renewal

Yukon placer miner Riley Gibson said he's been waiting almost a year for his mining licence to get renewed. He said if it doesn't happen soon, he may have to find work elsewhere this summer.