Residential fire in Kitchener
Emergency services were called to a residential fire in Kitchener on Friday night.
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Decision by Correctional Service Canada means Kitchener inmate can’t go to sister’s funeral
Two sisters were hoping to come together to mourn the death of their other sister, but they ran into a big roadblock as they started planning her funeral.
Interactive art exhibit invites users to share a message
An interactive art exhibit in the Cambridge Sculpture Garden is bringing a piece of the past to modern times.
Long lineups at advance polling locations in Waterloo Region
Advance polling continues throughout Waterloo Region and beyond ahead of the municipal election on Oct. 26, with many voters taking advantage of the opportunity to cast their ballot early.
University of Guelph launching new degree focused on human-centred artificial intelligence
The university says the new Bachelor of Artificial Intelligence (BAI) program will prepare students to work with the technology while keeping people at the centre of its development and use.
Psychotherapist calls for OHIP coverage for mental health services
A Guelph, Ont. psychotherapist is calling on the Ontario government to expand public health insurance coverage for mental health services.
So, you won the lottery, now what?
Someone could soon claim the largest OLG Lotto Max jackpot in Canadian history.
Owner of Gene’s Restaurant preparing to say goodbye after 56 years in Stratford, Ont.
More than five decades after he first started, Ken Gene is ready to move on from Gene's Restaurant.
Stratford community raising money to support overnight warming centre
A charitable organization in Stratford is ramping up its efforts to raise money to ensure people in need have somewhere warm to go when the temperatures dip overnight.
Cambridge municipal election: Meet the candidates
CTV News Kitchener reached out people vying for a position on Cambridge City Council or Region of Waterloo Council ahead of the municipal election on Oct. 26, 2026.
Cambridge, Ont. company gets a shout out from Time
A Canadian company, already famous for creating real prototypes of fantastical objects, is getting renewed attention for its Smith Blade.
Guelph man accused of possessing and sharing child sexual abuse material
A 45-year-old man from Guelph was arrested at the U.S. border for possession of child sexual abuse and exploitation material.
Guelph woman woke up to find a stranger in her bedroom
Guelph Police are investigating a disturbing incident in the east-end of the city.
‘They have devastated a family’: CTV News cameraman hit by vehicle driven around road closed barricade
A 65-year-old man was left with serious injuries after a vehicle drove through a road closed barricade near Shakespeare, Ont. and struck him.
Guelph man arrested in ongoing child exploitation investigation
The service’s Internet Child Exploitation Unit began the investigation in May after receiving information from the National Centre for Missing and exploited Children about materials being shared to a social media site.
Kitchener condo residents and owners stranded following property manager’s collapse
Residents and unit owners at a Kitchener condo complex say they have been left facing utility disconnect threats due to the mounting financial turmoil of property management firm SIREG Management Inc.
Waterloo introduces new accessibility standards for city facilities
The City of Waterloo is introducing new standards designed to make public spaces more accessible by addressing barriers before buildings are constructed.
Guelph Homecoming gathering drew up to 15,000 people, cost police $91K
As many as 15,000 people gathered on a Guelph street during an unsanctioned Homecoming party last month, prompting a police response that cost approximately $91,000 in total, according to new figures.
Hearing on justice of the peace’s conduct not likely to continue
A justice of the peace in Kitchener will likely retire before a hearing determines whether there should be repercussions for his behaviour towards another justice of the peace.
$2.3K in fake cash used to buy laptop in Guelph
The Guelph Police Service is looking for a man who used counterfeit currency to buy a laptop.
Blue-green algae bloom spotted upstream of Wellington Road 26 bridge
The Grand River Conservation Authority is putting out a warning about a potentially toxic substance in the watershed.
Public health team performs tick drag near Erin water tower
Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health is getting a better idea of how the area’s tick population is doing and the potential harms it could present to people.
Catholic school board to rebuild 73-year-old elementary school in Kitchener
An elementary school in Kitchener is getting a major makeover.
Three-vehicle collision closes road in New Hamburg, Ont.
The incident happened Thursday sometime before 1:30 p.m. on Line 34 between Road 102 to 104.
Guelph Police investigating parking lot fight
Police are trying to identify two people allegedly involved in an physical altercation.
More than 50 voyeurism charges laid against Guelph man
A 24-year-old man is allegedly responsible for a series of peeping Tom incidents in Guelph.
Wingham, Ont. collision leads to life-threatening injuries
Investigators said the incident happened Wednesday around 10:30 p.m. on Amberley Road between London Road and Currie Line.
Kitchener man taken to hospital following e-scooter collision: WRPS
Emergency services responded to reports of the incident Wednesday around 8 p.m. on Homer Watson Boulevard near Pioneer Drive.
Habitat for Humanity project in Cambridge nears completion
Habitat for Humanity is getting ready to hand over the keys to 24 affordable housing units in Cambridge.
What do school trustees do?
As people prepare to vote in this year’s municipal elections, one of the positions they’ll be casting ballots for, school board trustee, has seen a number of changes to its mandate and powers.
Tips for saving money on Halloween treats
Princesses, superheroes and creepy critters will soon be going door-to-door to collect treats, but they may be disappointed with their Halloween candy haul.
Waterloo Region adds drinking water capacity three years ahead of schedule
The Region of Waterloo is turning to innovative technology to increase drinking water capacity three years earlier than expected
Is it time to change to winter tires?
Although Waterloo Region saw a warm start to the week, some drivers are making sure their vehicles are winter-ready.
Driver charged for pushing pylon in Guelph construction zone
A driver from Guelph is facing several charges for moving a pylon in a construction zone.
Man charged for making fake 911 calls about child abuse
A Guelph man is facing real charges after making multiple fake calls to 911.
Woman arrested for reportedly spraying clerk with noxious substance after she was denied alcohol
A Guelph woman has been arrested for a robbery at an east-end business.
Motorcyclist seriously hurt in Cambridge crash
A motorcyclist has been taken to hospital with serious injuries following a crash in Cambridge.
Missing teen last seen in Kitchener on Oct. 8
The Waterloo Regional Police Service is looking for a teenager who went missing almost a week ago.
Driver flees hit-and-run with ION
The Waterloo Regional Police Service is looking for a driver who was involved in a hit-and-run with the ION.
Truck driver and company facing 20 charges following Fergus police stop
A commercial truck driver and a company are facing a combined total of 20 charges after the driver was stopped in Fergus, Ont.
Smash and grab at Cambridge vape store
Employees are cleaning up after thieves smashed their way into a vape store on St. Andrews Street.
82-year-old Ontario woman who killed her husband with a hammer not eligible for parole for 10 years
A judge has set Elfgard Oughtred's parole eligibility for the 2022 murder of husband, Gordon Oughtred.
Wilmot municipal election: Meet the candidates
CTV News Kitchener reached out people running to become Wilmot Township’s mayor ahead of the municipal election on Oct. 26, 2026.
Shots fired inside Kitchener home
Police are investigating a shooting on Monte Carlo Street in Kitchener.
Guelph men’s and women’s rugby teams ranked No. 1 in Canada
The Gryphons women will host the national championship in November, while the men look to defend their national title
Kitchener Rangers and London Knights pay tribute to Harrison Yoshy
The Kitchener Rangers and London Knights put aside their differences on Tuesday night to remember a hockey fan who inspired a movement.
Controversies and contentious moments: School board trustee candidates prepare for election
As the Oct. 26 municipal election draws near, some people are starting to solidify their choices, but there is one position that typically gets the least attention and the fewest number of ballots cast: school board trustee.
Virtual service aims to address gaps in women’s menopause and mental health care
A virtual health care service is working to address gaps in specialized care for women navigating perimenopause and menopause, including their mental health.
Record $85M Lotto Max jackpot triggers last-minute ticket rush
History could be made during the Oct. 13, 2026 Lott Max draw.
Brant County prepare to build first co-operative housing complex in St. George
The County of Brant has announced a partnership they say will help create the county’s first co-operative housing complex.
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