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B.C. firm seeks injunction stopping capital gains hike proposed by federal Liberals

B.C. firm seeks injunction stopping capital gains hike proposed by federal Liberals

A law firm acting on behalf of a B.C. company is seeking an injunction stopping the Canada Revenue Agency from enforcing a proposed capital gains tax hike that has yet to pass in Parliament.
Ontario court dismisses Charter challenge of law designed to free up hospital beds

Ontario court dismisses Charter challenge of law designed to free up hospital beds

An Ontario court has dismissed a Charter challenge of a controversial law that allows hospitals to place discharged patients into nursing homes they didn’t choose and charge those who refuse the transfer $400 per day to remain in a hospital bed.
Former Calgary councillor accused of lying on travel expenses guilty of fraud

Former Calgary councillor accused of lying on travel expenses guilty of fraud

CALGARY — While serving as Calgary city councillor, Joe Magliocca claimed he was hosting and meeting with politicians across the country -- including a Quebec cabinet minister, Ontario's NDP leader and the mayor of Halifax.
A trial is underway on North Dakota's ban on gender-affirming care for kids

A trial is underway on North Dakota's ban on gender-affirming care for kids

BISMARCK, N.D.
Pedneault intends to become co-leader of the Greens again after six-month pause

Pedneault intends to become co-leader of the Greens again after six-month pause

OTTAWA — Jonathan Pedneault says he intends to return as co-leader of the Green Party of Canada. He says that the party has asked him to return to co-leadership with Elizabeth May after he stepped back from the role in July.
Trump's celebration of American greatness puts a spotlight on a little-known panel of experts

Trump's celebration of American greatness puts a spotlight on a little-known panel of experts

Within hours of taking office, President Donald Trump outlined in one of his many executive orders a mission to celebrate American greatness and to recognize those who have made contributions throughout history.
Asked about Jan. 6, Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate says he supports Trump's power to pardon

Asked about Jan. 6, Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate says he supports Trump's power to pardon

MADISON, Wis.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s famous name and controversial views collide in his bid for top health job

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s famous name and controversial views collide in his bid for top health job

WASHINGTON (AP) — Robert F. Kennedy Jr . has said vaccines are not safe. His support for abortion access has made conservatives uncomfortable.
Spanberger and Earle-Sears want to make history in Virginia. But voters have election exhaustion

Spanberger and Earle-Sears want to make history in Virginia. But voters have election exhaustion

RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Just weeks after former Rep. Abigail Spanberger left the U.S. House for good, she strolled onto the floor of a different political chamber: the Virginia House of Delegates.
Spanberger and Earle-Sears want to make history in Virginia. But voters have election exhaustion

Spanberger and Earle-Sears want to make history in Virginia. But voters have election exhaustion

RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Just weeks after former Rep. Abigail Spanberger left the U.S. House for good, she strolled onto the floor of a different political chamber: the Virginia House of Delegates.
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