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Democratic panel to open debate on reparations for slavery
WASHINGTON - After more than a decade's absence, the case for reparations is returning to Capitol Hill, this time amid a growing discussion in the Democratic Party about what the country might owe to ...
Jun 18, 2019
Former United Way director hopes to help performing arts centre get built this time
KAMLOOPS - A former executive director of the Kamloops-Thompson-Cariboo United Way is helping lead the charge for a new performing arts centre in the city.Brenda Aynsley, now a director on the new Kam...
Jun 18, 2019 City council heard Tuesday that a performing arts centre could be open as early as 2023
Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong released from prison
HONG KONG - Joshua Wong, a leading figure in Hong Kong's 2014 Umbrella Movement demonstrations, was released from prison on Monday and vowed to soon join the latest round of protests. Wong's release f...
Jun 18, 2019
Skaggs solid as Angels remain undefeated against Blue Jays this season
TORONTO - Tyler Skaggs pitched solidly into the eighth inning to outduel Marcus Stroman, and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Toronto Blue Jays 3-1 on Tuesday. Kole Calhoun and...
Jun 18, 2019
Kansas City, Missouri, voters elect Lucas as new mayor
KANSAS CITY, Mo. - A 34-year-old black man whose family was occasionally homeless during his childhood in Kansas City, Missouri, will become the city's 55th mayor. Voters on Tuesday chose Quinton Luca...
Jun 18, 2019
Protesters demand embattled Hong Kong leader resign
HONG KONG - Demonstrators in Hong Kong gathered Monday outside the office of the city's leader, demanding that she resign for the crisis over an unpopular extradition bill that has tested the durabili...
Jun 18, 2019
Salvation Army's Tricketts sad to be leaving loving and generous Kamloops
KAMLOOPS - Lisa and Paul Trickett have treasured their time in Kamloops. Six years of service and it's been their best posting yet. "I grew up in the Salvation Army. My mom and dad are Salvation Army ...
Jun 18, 2019 Lisa and Paul Trickett are leaving the Kamloops Salvation Army at the end of June following six years of service (Image Credit: CFJC Today)
Thompson-Nicola Film Commissioner hopeful new photo database draws production to region
KAMLOOPS - According to a report from the Canadian Media Producers Association, film and television production in Canada increased by nearly six per cent in 2018. The industry is worth $8.92 billion, ...
Jun 18, 2019 Image Credit: CFJC Today
Kamloops Symphony's new executive director looking forward to building relationships in the city
KAMLOOPS - After Kathy Humphreys, executive director of the Kamloops Symphony, announced her retirement earlier this year, the search for her successor was on. The Symphony received dozens of applicat...
Jun 18, 2019 Image Credit: CFJC Today
CFJC Midday - Amazing products to help your pets beat the heat!
Joanna Brown from Petland showcasing some great products to keep your pet cool during those hot summer days.
Jun 18, 2019
