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Rethinking the Courts: Nick Cake on Delays, Jor...
Defence lawyer Nick Cake discusses whether tightening Jordan timelines and removing juries from minor cases could help clear Canada’s growing court backlog
11 min
2
Homelessness Funding Declines and Student Score...
John Fyfe-Millar and Ryan Gauss weigh in on looming cuts to homelessness services and the province’s push to overhaul standardized testing after weak EQAO scores.
18 min
3
New Data Shows Kids Now Receive an Average Allo...
A new survey reveals the average child now receives $52 a month, reflecting a steady rise in allowances
9 min
4
OPP Hunt Driver After Tow Truck Operator Struck...
OPP are asking for the public’s help identifying a vehicle that hit a tow truck operator on the 401 before fleeing the scene
7 min
5
London’s Micro-Modular Shelter Site May Not Ope...
City council will be given an update on the the micro-modular shelter site next week
4 min
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Today in History - Dec 4
What happened on this day in history?
3 min
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The Morning Show Podcast - Dec 3rd - brought to...
Today’s podcast covers new school bus safety efforts, oversight concerns in Ontario’s health system, volunteer shortages at the Salvation Army, the Grand Theatre’s standout season, the debate over jury trials, and the future of high school reunions
52 min
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School Community Launches Campaign to Improve B...
One year after the death of 7-year-old Dante Caranci, the Community Bus Safety Committee is stepping up efforts to improve school bus safety across London
10 min
9
Audit Finds Ontario Failing to Catch Errors in ...
Ontario’s auditor general says the province is not properly monitoring physician billings, creating gaps that allow questionable charges to go unchecked
9 min
10
Salvation Army Faces Volunteer Shortage as Kett...
Nancy Kerr provides an update on the Salvation Army’s Christmas Kettle campaign and the urgent need for more volunteers to meet rising demand
9 min
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Grand Theatre Celebrates Record-Setting Season ...
Artistic director Rachel Peake reflects on a milestone season marked by sold-out shows, growing audiences, and renewed energy at the Grand Theatre
8 min
12
Should Canada Rethink Jury Trials as the U.K. C...
The U.K. is exploring scrapping jury trials for smaller cases, raising questions about efficiency, fairness, and whether Canada should consider similar reforms
5 min
13
Are High School Reunions Becoming a Thing of th...
A look at whether high school reunions still matter in an age where social media keeps former classmates connected year-round.
8 min
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Today in History - Dec 3
What happened on this day in history?
3 min
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The Morning Show Podcast - Dec 2nd - brought to...
Today’s podcast covers London’s renoviction bylaw challenges, the escalating need in the Business Cares Food Drive, the Hamou case and political harassment, a proposal to ban lying politicians, looming loyalty point changes, and whether London should try a toy-for-tickets program
53 min
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Are Demovictions Becoming London’s New Renovict...
A debate is underway at city hall as councillors question whether London’s renoviction bylaw needs strengthening amid a shift toward demovictions
10 min
17
Morning Panel Reacts to Hamou Case, Toxic Onlin...
From rising harassment in politics to the debate over a truth-in-politics law, our panel explores whether accountability is even possible in today’s digital environment
17 min
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Bill 46 May Change How Long Your Loyalty Points...
A proposed provincial bill would allow loyalty points to expire again, raising questions about consumer protections
5 min
19
Business Cares Food Drive Confronts Record Need...
Wayne Dunn joins us to discuss why the need for food assistance is higher than ever and what agencies are telling him this season
12 min
20
Hamilton Trades Toys for Tickets—Should London ...
Hamilton is drawing attention with a program allowing certain tickets to be paid off by donating toys—now Londoners are asking whether the city should follow suit
7 min
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Today in History - Dec 2
What happened on this day in history?
3 min
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The Morning Show Podcast - Dec 1st - brought to...
Today’s podcast covers the Hamou case, renoviction bylaw concerns, London’s housing affordability timeline, holiday mental-health risks, the Wortley Road community gathering, and new A.I. grieving technology
56 min
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Mayor Morgan Weighs In on Hamou Charges, Renovi...
Mayor Josh Morgan discusses the legal case involving former councillor Mariam Hamou, potential tweaks to the renoviction bylaw, and what comes next for London’s urban growth boundary
8 min
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How Ultra-Processed Foods Can Affect Your Mood ...
Dr. Marcia Sirota explains how ultra-processed foods can impact stress, energy, and emotional well-being during the holidays
10 min
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Less Than a Year In, London’s Renoviction Bylaw...
A look at why councillors say London’s renoviction bylaw may need tightening after landlords found ways around key protections
11 min