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Karen Edwards
Originally from southern Ontario, Karen Edwards moved out west after completing her journalism diploma at Durham College. She first began reporting in northern Alberta for a small town newspaper. The busy two-person newsroom taught Karen the importance of accurate and fast reporting. Now working for iNFO News, she is excited to report in a larger community. Karen has written for all kinds of news, including education, crime and mental health. Her background also includes video journalism and documentary production.
iN VIDEO: Kamloops photographer helping men build self-confidence through ‘dudeoir’ sessions
KAMLOOPS — They can be funny or they can be sexy. The owner of a…
iN VIDEO: ‘Blind Date U.K.’ filmed segment at Kamloops area ski resort
SUN PEAKS — If you've ever spent anytime at Sun Peaks Resort near Kamloops you…
Distinctive stolen truck with sentimental value returned to Kamloops owner
KAMLOOPS — A distinctive pickup truck stolen from a Valleyview auto shop has been reunited…
iN VIDEO: Meet the Kamloops woman who makes full-size mermaid tails for a living
KAMLOOPS — When Amanda Eccleston saw her first full-size mermaid tail two years ago she…
Severe thunderstorm warnings issued for North, South Thompson, Shuswap
KAMLOOPS — Environment Canada has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for the Thompson and Shuswap…
Kamloops orders removal of ornamental fire hydrant that may confuse firefighters
KAMLOOPS — Living on a corner property on the way to a busy downtown dog…
Prosecutors drop murder charge after Logan Lake suspect dies
LOGAN LAKE — A man charged with murder in connection to a Logan Lake homicide…
iN VIDEO: Watch TRU professors read Rate My Professor reviews
KAMLOOPS — If you’ve ever watched Jimmy Kimmel Live, then you’ve probably seen the bit…
Mother of Ryan Shtuka helping to create search support network for families with missing loved ones
SUN PEAKS —Ryan Shtuka's mother wants to make sure that no other family looking for…
iN VIDEO: Professional golfer Louis Oosthuizen stops by Kamloops golf course
KAMLOOPS — Professional golfer Louis Oosthuizen was seen recently practicing in Kamloops for the U.S.…
Driver fined after tossing lit cigarette out car window in front of Victoria police chief
SAANICH — A driver on Vancouver Island has received a hefty fine after tossing a…
Homicide or suicide? Kamloops judge will determine if man killed his prison cell mate
KAMLOOPS — It is now up to a Kamloops Supreme Court judge to determine whether…
Wildfire west of Kamloops now ‘being held’
SAVONA — The 200 hectare Sabiston Creek wildfire that ignited west of Kamloops two days…
iN VIDEO: Man mistakenly arrested by Kamloops Mounties speaks out after incident caught on video
KAMLOOPS — A Kamloops man who was mistakenly held at gunpoint by multiple officers during…
Wildfire west of Kamloops doubles in size to two-square kilometres
SAVONA — A wildfire burning near Savona along the Trans-Canada Highway is now estimated at…
iN VIDEO: Transport truck nearly hits small car near Cache Creek
CACHE CREEK — This was a close call. A driver's dashcam footage managed to capture…
iN VIDEO: Former Crown prosecutor seeks federal Green Party nomination in Kamloops
KAMLOOPS – A well known Kamloops lawyer is in the running for the Green Party…
Wildfire crews continue to battle out of control fire west of Kamloops
SAVONA — The wildfire burning in dry grass and sage west of Kamloops is still…
WILD WEDNESDAY: Check out trail cam footage of a young moose with its mother
WildSafeBC showed us trail cam video of a female moose having some fun in a…
Canfor to shut down Vavenby sawmill next month
VAVENBY — Canfor Corporation has announced they will be closing its Vavenby sawmill in July.…
UPDATE: Three small wildfires break out near Kamloops
KAMLOOPS — Three small wildfires are currently burning just outside of Kamloops after some lightning…
Another diesel spill in North Thompson near Vavenby
VAVENBY – A motor vehicle incident involving a transport truck along Highway 5 has resulted…
Smoke haze expected to linger in Southern Interior until next week
It’s going to be a bit longer before skies clear in Kamloops and the Okanagan,…
WILD WEDNESDAY: What you need to know about the Canada goose and its young
Mid-spring is breeding season for the Canada goose. The wild goose can be found throughout…