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Talented Tampa Bay Lightning are aiming for playoff success and another run at the Stanley Cup
Tampa Bay Lightning Last season: 47-27-8, lost to Florida in first round. COACH: Jon Cooper…
The Latest: Democrats insist upon health-care demands as government shutdown begins
The U.S. is confronting a fresh cycle of uncertainty after President Donald Trump and Congress…
Five Canadian provinces boost their minimum wage, Alberta now lowest
Five provinces are increasing their minimum wage today to support workers amid affordability issues. The…
Trump administration imposes sanctions on some Iranian people and firms after UN decision
WASHINGTON (AP) — Trump administration sanctions announced Wednesday target dozens of companies and individuals involved…
Boston Bruins aim for a comeback with new coach Marco Sturm
Boston Bruins Last season: 33-39-10, missed playoffs. COACH: Marco Sturm, hired June 5. First-time NHL…
Dodgers try to sweep Reds in NL Wild Card Series
Cincinnati Reds (83-79, third in the NL Central during the regular season) vs. Los Angeles…
Handling of sex crime allegations at N.S. youth detention centre under scrutiny
HALIFAX — The Nova Scotia government is denying allegations that staff at a youth detention…
Government shutdown begins as nation faces new period of uncertainty
WASHINGTON (AP) — Plunged into a government shutdown, the U.S. is confronting a fresh cycle…
AP News in Brief at 11:04 p.m. EDT
Government headed to a shutdown after last-ditch vote fails in Senate WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate…
NHL pre-season roundup: Canadiens’ power play helps to sink Senators 5-0
QUÉBEC — Patrik Laine and Alexandre Carrier scored second-period goals two minutes and 41 seconds…
The Latest: Democrats vote down federal funding bill, putting government on path to shutdown
The U.S. government is on the brink of the first federal government shutdown in almost…
Carney marks ‘devastating legacy’ of residential schools in Ottawa event
OTTAWA — The federal government will “match remembrance with responsibility,” Prime Minister Mark Carney promised…
Trump calls for using US cities as a ‘training ground’ for military in unusual speech to generals
QUANTICO, Va. (AP) — President Donald Trump on Tuesday proposed using American cities as training…
Judge finds the Trump administration unconstitutionally targeted noncitizens over Gaza war protests
BOSTON (AP) — The Trump administration violated the Constitution when it targeted non-U.S. citizens for…
Bears seek $855 million in public funding for infrastructure to build suburban stadium
CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Bears are seeking $855 million in public funding for infrastructure…
Trump administration blames Democrats for shutdown in official government warnings as deadline nears
HOUSTON (AP) — With the first U.S. government shutdown in almost seven years looming, the…
Trump pulls nomination of E.J. Antoni to lead Bureau of Labor Statistics, AP source says
WASHINGTON (AP) — The White House is withdrawing the nomination of E.J. Antoni to lead…
Cornerback Lorenzo Burns brings winning pedigree to Montreal Alouettes secondary
There’s plenty for cornerback Lorenzo Burns and the Montreal Alouettes to be happy about these…
Trump administration says Minnesota violates Title IX by allowing trans athletes in girls sports
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — President Donald Trump’s administration said Tuesday that the state of Minnesota and…
The Latest: Hamas says it will study Trump’s peace plan before responding
Hamas said Tuesday it will discuss U.S. President Donald Trump’s peace plan for Gaza within…
Here are some effects of a government shutdown if Congress, Trump don’t reach a deal
The federal government is nearing a partial shutdown, with a range of effects on public…
Hundreds gather in Montreal to reflect on Canada’s legacy of residential schools
MONTREAL — Fay-Lisa Gagné, who hails from Muskowekwan First Nation in Saskatchewan, has complicated feelings…
Phillies gear up for playoffs with a new mantra ahead of the NL Division Series
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Rob Thomson punctuated the Phillies’ postseason clinchers over the last three years…
Trump administration targets Minnesota in latest sanctuary policy lawsuit
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The U.S. Department of Justice is suing Minnesota, its two largest cities…