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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.
Trial begins for man accused of killing fellow inmate in Kamloops prison cell
KAMLOOPS — A man accused of killing his fellow inmate inside a Kamloops prison cell…
Trudeau in Kamloops to see Terry Lake acclaimed as Liberal candidate
KAMLOOPS — Hundreds of Liberal Party of Canada supporters gathered at the Coast Kamloops Hotel…
iN VIDEO: Shamanic dog training? How a Kamloops trainer found a new approach
KAMLOOPS — Tamryn Fudge has been a dog trainer for two decades and over time…
Routine traffic stop in 2017 near Kamloops cost these two men time and lots of money
KAMLOOPS – Two men who were pulled over outside of Kamloops and found in possession…
Young Kamloops girl moved out of intensive care after suspected CO poisoning
KAMLOOPS — A nine-year-old Kamloops girl is slowly recovering after suffering from a suspected carbon…
People’s Party leader Maxime Bernier paying Thompson-Okanagan a visit
KAMLOOPS — Maxime Bernier will touring the Thompson-Okanagan this week. Starting tomorrow, May 23, the…
New Kamloops bistro wait staff will serve in ‘Teenie Bikinis’
KAMLOOPS — Kamloops is getting a new bistro on the North Shore and it's betting…
Retro golden arches still stand at this McDonald’s location in Kamloops
KAMLOOPS — As you’re driving along the Trans Canada Highway near Kamloops, you might notice the…
Fatal crash on Coquihalla Highway near Merritt
MERRITT — A multi-vehicle crash on the Coquihalla Highway south of Merritt last night left…
Wanted man who helped Kamloops RCMP with his own arrest sentenced to 14 days in jail
KAMLOOPS — A man who left a derogratory comment on a local news station's website…
More than 100 people fall sick in suspected norovirus outbreak in B.C. hotels
VANCOUVER – Over 100 people have fallen sick following a suspected norovirus outbreak at two…
Overdoses down in B.C., but toxic, powerful drug is more common: coroner
VANCOUVER – A drug expert says a powerful opioid that was never intended for human…
B.C. to hold public inquiry into money laundering; final report due May 2021
VICTORIA – Premier John Horgan launched a public inquiry into money laundering Wednesday, saying the…
WILD WEDNESDAY: Listen to the sounds of the B.C. Ruffed Grouse drumming
Right now it's mating season for B.C.'s Ruffed Grouse and the males have a unique…
Man wanted in Kamloops caught in Alberta after revealing his location in Facebook comment
KAMLOOPS – A man who was wanted by Kamloops RCMP for charges from 2015 has…
Lillooet man convicted of second degree murder of former drug dealer wins new trial
KAMLOOPS — A Lillooet man sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of his drug…
Kamloops nature enthusiast Frank Ritcey gets spotlight in BBC series
KAMLOOPS — The city's very own 'nature guy', Frank Ritcey, will be featured in an…
Friend recalls moments before university student drowned in North Thompson River in Kamloops
KAMLOOPS — After a night celebrating a friend’s birthday, Mubashir Rahman decided it was time…
WILD WEDNESDAY: Three things to remember as fawning season approaches
It's almost time for deer fawning season and there are some important safety tips WildSafeBC…
Kamloops Mountie cleared of shooting death in Rose Hill gunfire exchange
KAMLOOPS — Last fall, a man was left dead after an exchange of gunfire involving…
Calling all ‘weirdos’: Kamloops punk rock DIY artist on building community
KAMLOOPS — When Jess Santos was still in high school she knew she had a…
Kamloops RCMP looking for man swept away in North Thompson River
KAMLOOPS — RCMP are asking for assistance in locating a man who went missing after…
Moose death at B.C. Wildlife Park highlights need for this important medical equipment
KAMLOOPS – This past weekend, staff at the B.C. Wildlife Park in Kamloops mourned the…
‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ contestant Tatianna coming to Kamloops
KAMLOOPS — For a special one-night-only performance, a season two contestant from the reality TV…