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McDonald's to sell its Russian business, try to keep workers

More than three decades after it became the first American fast food restaurant to open in the Soviet Union, McDonald's said Monday that it has started the process of selling its business in Russia, another symbol of the country's increasing isolation over its war in Ukraine.

A man walks past a McDonald's restaurant closed to visitors in St. Petersburg, Russia, on March 15, 2022. (AP)

'Hero' guard, church deacon among Buffalo shooting victims

Aaron Salter was one of 10 killed in an attack whose victims represented a cross-section of life in the predominantly Black neighbourhood in Buffalo, New York. They included a church deacon, a man at the store buying a birthday cake for his grandson and an 86-year-old who had just visited her husband at a nursing home.

Ontario driver who killed woman and three daughters expected to be sentenced today

A driver who struck and killed a woman and her three young daughters in Brampton, Ont., nearly two years ago is set to be sentenced today.

Justice advocate David Milgaard remembered as champion for those who 'don't have a voice'

Justice advocate David Milgaard, a man who was wrongfully convicted of murder and spent more than two decades in prison, has died.

First patient in Quebec gets approval from Health Canada for magic mushroom therapy

In Montreal, a pioneering clinic in the emerging field of psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy is about to become the first health-care facility in Quebec to legally treat depression with psilocybin.

Total lunar eclipse creates dazzling 'blood moon'

The moon glowed red on Sunday night and the early hours of Monday, after a total lunar eclipse that saw the sun, Earth and moon form a straight line in the night sky.

EU's Russia sanctions effort slows over oil dependency

The European Union's efforts to impose a new round of sanctions against Russia over the war in Ukraine appeared to be bogged down on Monday, as a small group of countries opposed a ban on imports of Russian oil.

Shanghai says lockdown to ease as virus spread mostly ends

Most of Shanghai has stopped the spread of the coronavirus in the community and fewer than 1 million people remain under strict lockdown, authorities said Monday, as the city moves toward reopening and economic data showed the gloomy impact of China's 'zero-COVID' policy.

California churchgoers detained gunman in deadly attack

A man opened fire during a lunch reception at a Southern California church, killing one person and wounding five senior citizens before a pastor hit the gunman on the head with a chair and parishioners hog-tied him with electrical cords.

Atlantic

Document details RCMP tactical team's initial response to Nova Scotia mass shooting

An RCMP tactical team tasked with tracking down a mass shooter in April 2020 was dealing with the aftermath of his deadly toll in Portapique, N.S., when it was alerted hours later that he had continued his rampage in a community more than 40 kilometres away.
Inquest to begin in N.B. police shooting of Indigenous woman during wellness check

The lawyer for the family of a British Columbia Indigenous woman fatally shot by police in Edmundston, N.B., during a wellness check two years ago said a coroner's inquest opening Monday offers a chance for her loved ones to get long-awaited answers.
‘He has given me hope’: Co-workers recovering, share special bond, after liver transplant

Two co-workers involved in a living liver transplant in Alberta are making amazing progress two weeks after the major surgery in Edmonton.

Toronto

Ontario driver who killed woman and three daughters expected to be sentenced today

A driver who struck and killed a woman and her three young daughters in Brampton, Ont., nearly two years ago is set to be sentenced today.
Ontario party leaders to face off in election debate tonight

The leaders of Ontario's four major political parties will take the stage tonight for a televised debate in Toronto. Here's how to watch it live.
What $1 million gets you in real estate markets across Ontario

With so many price tags hovering around the $1-million mark, you might be wondering how far a million dollar budget could get you across Ontario’s real estate markets.

Montreal

Quebec liquor stores will see second price hike in 6 months

For the second time in just over six months, Quebec's liquor stores (SAQs) will see a price increase.
Another Monday, another day of record high $2.15-per-litre gas prices in Montreal

Montreal commuters woke up to spiking gas prices as some stations' price for regular is currently a record high and over $2.15-per-litre.
CUTE
CUTE | Montreal Biodome welcomes three new lynx kittens

The Montreal Biodome welcomed three lynx kittens to its family of animals. The public will be able to see them in the summer.

Northern Ontario

Total lunar eclipse creates dazzling 'blood moon'

The moon glowed red on Sunday night and the early hours of Monday, after a total lunar eclipse that saw the sun, Earth and moon form a straight line in the night sky.
What $1 million gets you in real estate markets across Ontario

With so many price tags hovering around the $1-million mark, you might be wondering how far a million dollar budget could get you across Ontario’s real estate markets.
About 11 per cent of admitted COVID patients return to hospital or die within 30 days: study

At roughly nine per cent, researchers say the readmission rate is similar to that seen for other ailments, but socio-economic factors and sex seem to play a bigger role in predicting which patients are most likely to suffer a downturn when sent home.

London

Pick-up strikes school bus during morning commute

No injuries are reported after a pick-up truck reportedly struck the back of a school bus on Monday morning.
One lucky resident could be waking up a multi-millionaire, Lotto 6/49 jackpot won in London, Ont.

If you purchased a Lotto 6/49 ticket in London, Ont. be sure to check it Sunday morning, you could be the next multi-millionaire.
Trio charged in alleged homicide in Grand Bend

Three people have been charged in connection with an alleged homicide in Grand Bend

Winnipeg

Justice advocate David Milgaard remembered as champion for those who 'don't have a voice'

Justice advocate David Milgaard, a man who was wrongfully convicted of murder and spent more than two decades in prison, has died.
Red River is receding, more than 2,000 evacuees still displaced by Manitoba flood

While the Red River is starting to recede in southern Manitoba, flood waters linger in communities and more than 2,000 people are still displaced.
McDonald's to sell its Russian business, try to keep workers

More than three decades after it became the first American fast food restaurant to open in the Soviet Union, McDonald's said Monday that it has started the process of selling its business in Russia, another symbol of the country's increasing isolation over its war in Ukraine.

Kitchener

Police investigating suspicious death of eight-year-old, searching for man Cambridge

Waterloo regional police are investigating the suspicious death of an eight-year-old and continue to look for a man in Cambridge.
Ducklings reunited with mother after being separated in backyard Waterloo pool

A feathered family was reunited in Waterloo Saturday.
Three injured after crash causes major Kitchener road to shut down

A crash has resulted in three people being injured and a major road in Kitchener partially shut down on Sunday afternoon.

Calgary

Battle of Alberta to come as Flames outlast Stars in OT to seize series win

The Calgary Flames have defeated the Dallas Stars 3-2 in overtime in Game 7 of their first-round NHL playoff series Sunday night to advance to the second round.
WEATHER
WEATHER | Cool and rainy weather ahead for Calgary after a very warm Monday

Calgary could (finally) see 10-20 mm of rain this week
Calgarians rally in support of abortion rights as expected Roe v. Wade reversal sparks controversy

Calgarians gathered in front of city hall Sunday to rally in support of a woman’s right to abortion as a leaked U.S. Supreme Court draft decision brings the issue to the forefront of conversation on both sides of the border.

Saskatoon

Justice advocate David Milgaard remembered as champion for those who 'don't have a voice'

Justice advocate David Milgaard, a man who was wrongfully convicted of murder and spent more than two decades in prison, has died.
'My wife and daughter are in safety': Dozens of Ukrainian refugees welcomed in Saskatoon

Dozens of Ukrainian refugees received a warm welcome from the Saskatoon Ukrainian community during rally at River Landing on Sunday.
Sask. Roughriders practice cancelled as CFL players begin strike

The Saskatchewan Roughriders training camp was supposed to get underway at Griffiths Stadium on Sunday morning, but the Riders announced that their first practice was cancelled.

Edmonton

Trial to begin for father, son accused of killing Metis hunters in rural Alberta

A jury trial is to begin today for a man and his son who are accused of killing two Métis hunters.
WEATHER
WEATHER | Josh Classen's forecast: Cloudier, cooler and some rain this week

Get set for some cooler air for most of this week. We'll start off with a high near 20 C today.
About 11 per cent of admitted COVID patients return to hospital or die within 30 days: study

At roughly nine per cent, researchers say the readmission rate is similar to that seen for other ailments, but socio-economic factors and sex seem to play a bigger role in predicting which patients are most likely to suffer a downturn when sent home.

Vancouver

B.C. parents question no-wait 'circle of care' system for neurodiverse kids

British Columbia is set to launch one-stop support centres for children with issues like ADHD, autism and Down syndrome, but parents say promises of a no-wait system that won't require assessments or a diagnosis seem unrealistic due to a shortage of health-care professionals.
Kevin Falcon to be sworn-in, take seat in legislature as BC Liberal Leader

A swearing-in ceremony is set for this afternoon in Victoria as B.C.'s new Liberal leader enters the legislature as Leader of the Opposition.
Rabbits, rodents reptiles: BC SPCA holding 'pay-as-you-can' adoption event for small animals

The BC SPCA is hoping to encourage people to adopt rabbits, rats, guinea pigs, birds and reptiles during a "pay-as-you- can" event that starts province-wide Monday.

Regina

City wide clean up a teaching moment for Moose Jaw youth

Community members in Moose Jaw took part in the city's annual spring clean up on Sunday.
Political movement 'Saskatchewan United' attempting to gain party recognition

Former Sask. Party MLA turned Independent Nadine Wilson and former federal Minister of Agriculture Gerry Ritz are both involved with the 'Saskatchewan United' movement.
Sask. Roughriders practice cancelled as CFL players begin strike

The Saskatchewan Roughriders training camp was supposed to get underway at Griffiths Stadium on Sunday morning, but the Riders announced that their first practice was cancelled.