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Today’s show covers Roger Caranci’s return to municipal politics, key decisions at London city council including a Westminster Ponds development, concerns over a Stoneybrook proposal, how AI is changing jobs in the region, the success of a Dolly Parton literacy program, and unanswered questions about World Cup security costs

Former councillor Roger Caranci says he will run in Ward 1, setting up a challenge against incumbent Hadleigh McAlister

London city council has approved a controversial development near Westminster Ponds despite community opposition

The group Stoneybrook for Community First Development is calling for changes amid growing concerns from residents

Jonathan Linton says artificial intelligence is transforming job markets in London and surrounding communities

Betsy Reilly says a literacy initiative tied to Dolly Parton is improving reading outcomes for children

Officials still don’t know how much it will cost to police and secure FIFA World Cup games in Vancouver

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We cover a range of stories from a line-of-duty tragedy and public health concerns to policy debates and a sports moment that’s getting people talking

An Ontario Provincial Police officer killed in a Highway 401 crash near Cobourg is being remembered for his service and dedication to the community

Piotr Oglaza says Ontario needs a centralized vaccine registry to improve record sharing and prevent gaps in care

The weekly panel with Murray Faulkner and Roger Caranci explored whether Canada should restrict teen access to social media and phase out tobacco for future generations

A home run by Daniel Schneemann turned controversial after a man in the stands took the ball away from a young girl

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Election nominations open in London as we look ahead to 2026 turnout, plus Mayor Josh Morgan on development, addiction, firefighters and a Bengals draft moment

London mayor talks development relief, recycling and addiction advocacy, plus firefighter negotiations

Candidate nominations open Friday, kicking off London’s municipal election season amid hopes for stronger engagement than 2022

City set to approve short-term funding for agencies helping the homeless in London

Restoration work starts at Eldon House with closures and upgrades planned until August

Air Canada bringing flatbed seating to smaller planes in major upgrade

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Today’s show breaks down London’s allergy outlook, a new financial literacy requirement for students, Canada-U.S. trade tensions, efforts to reduce pet surrenders, how Radiothon funds are being used, and the potential downsides of using emojis in professional settings

A new study ranks London as the sixth worst city in Canada for pollen allergies, highlighting growing seasonal challenges for residents

The Humane Society London & Middlesex is introducing a new program to help pet owners avoid surrendering their animals