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The residents of two high-rise condo buildings in Toronto’s Thorncliffe Park neighbourhood will be out of their homes 'until further notice' because of an 'unprecedented fire; a shipping container full of hurricane relief supplies destined for Jamaica is stolen; and, a housing bill that passed at Queen's Park last week is raising concerns it could make it easier for landlords to evict tenants.

A garbage truck driver is struck and killed by the truck he was operating on a Scarborough street; a woman is fighting for her life in hospital after the tent she was in at an encampment in south Etobicoke; and, Ontario's transportation minister provides an update on the potential opening of the Eglinton Crosstown LRT.

Hundreds of residents at an East York high-rise remain displaced as firefighters continue to battle a blaze that's been burning since last Thursday; Ontario's transportation minister says the Eglinton Crosstown is on its last day of a final testing stage and is getting closer to opening; and, a proposal could see 20 kilometres of new bike lanes installed across the city.

Ontario is appointing an administrator to assume control of the province’s real estate regulator in the wake of its handling of the iPro Realty scandal; thousands of shoppers descend on malls in search of Black Friday deals; and, The family of an 8-year-old girl is on a quest to fund research into a treatment for her rare medical condition.

A Brampton city councillor says speeding incidents more than doubled in her community the week after the Ontario government ended speed camera ticketing; Premier Ford says his government has signed a deal to allow a road that will provide eventual access to the mineral-rich Ring of Fire area; and, why you should be careful if you get a call from someone claiming there are false charges on your credit card.

Toronto police are investigating two early morning shooting incidents, one of which resulting in a man dying after walking into a local hospital; the Ford government tables a sweeping justice bill that includes tougher penalties for dangerous drivers and tighter bail rules; and, Mayor Chow announces the expansion of the city's youth employment program.

The search of a Brampton home destroyed by fire concludes with the grim discovery of more human remains; a controversial piece of housing legislation passes at Queen's Park despite vocal opposition from the gallery; and, a man is shocked to find the brand-new truck he was trying to trade in had an accident claim of more than $13,000.

Efforts continue to find two people missing after a house fire in Brampton that has now claimed three lives; Ontario's education minister faces criticism for withholding the results of the province's standardized testing; and, Toronto's Habitat for Humanity becomes the victim of theft after someone takes building materials destined for a family's home.

Two people are killed and four others are sent to hospital after a devastating house fire in Brampton; the Ford government tables the 'Buy Ontario Act' at Queen's Park to prioritize Ontario-made goods and services; and, homeowners wonder when they'll get everything they were promised as housing projects delayed by COVID-19 get back on track.

A GTA lawyer faces charges from the FBI for allegedly providing illegal services to one of the bureau's 10 most wanted fugitives; Hamilton police say they have arrested a 17-year-old boy in connection to the shooting death of an innocent bystander; and, the Ontario government passes a controversial piece of legislation that makes changes to education in the province.

Peel police are searching for a hit-and-run driver who was spotted on surveillance video removing their licence plate after striking and killing a pedestrian in Mississauga; a controversial education bill that gives Ontario more control over school boards raises concerns over how its being fast-tracked; and, a new report finds that carbon emissions are up in the GTHA.

Two people face hundreds of charges in connection to a rash of thefts at GTA mausoleums and cemeteries after thousands of dollars' worth of jewelry and other stolen property were recovered; the Ford government considering changes that would make some information from Ontario's sex offender registry public; and, the Palestinian flag is raised outside of Toronto City Hall for the first time.

New legislation forcing Ontario municipalities to shut down their speed cameras goes into effect despite pleas from some to keep them operational; Ontario's opposition party raises concerns over changes it says would allow the Ford government to take over Exhibition Place; and, Canadian soccer legends lead youth soccer clinics ahead of the Northern Super League final.

Peel Reginal Police show off the results of a major drug trafficking investigation dubbed 'Project Winner,' including $1 million-worth of drugs meant for the streets; a Toronto city councillor pitches a plan to make playgrounds, daycares and schools no-go zones for encampments; and, the future of the 75-year-old Weston Lions Arena is on thin ice.

York Regional Police say they've made multiple arrests in connection with the fatal Vaughan home invasion that killed a father of four; a man faces charges after allegedly stealing a public transit bus and taking it on a joy ride in Hamilton; and, Toronto City Council pledges a more proactive response to clearing snow this winter.

Hundreds gathered outside Old City Hall on Remembrance Day to pay tribute to those who fought for Canada and made the ultimate sacrifice; one person is dead and four others are hospitalized after a fire at an apartment complex in Mississauga; and, a Newmarket man and his wife are shocked that the high cost to repair and replace their vehicle's sunroof.

A senior is recovering in hospital after being found with injuries to her limbs in a Mississauga park; nearly 10 centimetres falls on the city, breaking records and created a tricky morning commute on Monday; and, Halton Police use a new AI system to help answer non-emergency calls and prevent 911 operators from getting bogged down.

The City of Toronto announces new measures to address ongoing safety concerns from TTC riders; staff at Toronto Community Housing votes overwhelmingly in favour of a strike mandate; and, flight reductions due to the U.S. government shutdown have Canadian travellers concerned about possible delays with connecting flights south of the border.

Two Toronto residents face several charges including murder in connection to a deadly house fire in Richmond Hill; the Ford government releases Ontario's fall economic statement which includes money to help businesses and improve the province's infrastructure; and, five demonstrators are arrested after allegedly disrupting a student-led pro-Israel event.