CityNews Toronto
Suspect in Elnaz Hajtamiri kidnapping arrested in U.S. on unrelated charge
A suspect in the kidnapping of Elnaz Hajtamiri was arrested in the U.S. on an unrelated warrant. Deshawn Davis was apprehended in California and may face extradition to Canada. The Ontario Provincial Police are working with U.S. authorities to solve the case and ensure justice for Hajtamiri. Davis was on Canada’s most wanted list, and Hajtamiri was forcibly taken from her home in January 2022.
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CNN
Vance reopens line of attack into Walzs military record as two veterans now vie to be vice president
Ohio Sen. JD Vance accuses Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz of avoiding service in Iraq and falsely claiming combat experience. Walz retired before his unit deployed to Iraq in 2006. Both VP candidates are military veterans. Walz served in the Army National Guard for 24 years. Vance, a Marine Corps veteran, criticized Walz’s military record. White House press secretary defended Vance. Previous criticisms of Walz’s military record have surfaced.
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CTV News Montreal
Man appears in court after intense gunfire in DDO
A Montreal man, Nackeal Hickey, faces charges related to a shootout in the West Island. He is charged with possession of a firearm, non-compliance with a court order, and attempting to cause deaths. Three people were hospitalized after a confrontation with police. The Quebec’s BEI is investigating the incident. Hickey is scheduled to appear in court again on Wednesday.
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CityNews Vancouver
Chilliwack Highway 1 crash leaves mother, child dead
A mother and child died in a major crash on Highway 1 in Chilliwack. Six vehicles and 10 people were involved. One child was seriously injured but expected to survive. The crash was caused by a chain reaction after a vehicle failed to stop due to an obstruction on the road, possibly a fallen ladder. Investigation ongoing. Highway reopened after 12 hours. Contact BC Highway Patrol with information.
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CTV News
‘We’ve seen an explosion’ 75 per cent of Canadian dental care providers now partaking in federal plan
More than 2.3 million Canadians approved for dental coverage under the Canadian Dental Care Plan, with over 75% of providers participating. Challenges faced in enrolling providers, but recent adjustments allow direct billing for services. Program aims to provide affordable dental care, with eligibility criteria based on income. Conservatives criticize program for not being entirely free. NDP supports the initiative to make dental care more accessible.