The man accused of setting fire to Gov. Josh Shapiro's residence in Pennsylvania told 911 operators he was motivated by what he believed Shapiro’s views were concerning the war in Gaza. The suspect faces charges including attempted homicide and aggravated arson, with officials noting no immediate plans for "ethnic intimidation" charges. (CNN)

A federal judge found "probable cause" for the Trump administration to be held in criminal contempt for violating an order to pause deportations under the Alien Enemies Act. The administration sent alleged gang members to El Salvador despite a court order, prompting the judge to cite possible criminal contempt. The White House plans to appeal the ruling. (NPR)

The Trump administration is suing Maine for allowing transgender athletes in women's sports. The dispute over Title IX led to threats of funding cuts. Maine's governor accused the administration of overreach. (BBC)

California Gov. Gavin Newsom plans to sue President Trump over tariffs imposed in April. Newsom asserts Trump lacks the constitutional authority to impose what he called "the largest tax hike of our lifetime." The lawsuit aims to declare the tariffs unlawful and unenforceable, citing potential economic losses for the state as a major concern. (UPI)

For the first time in a century, a juvenile colossal squid was filmed swimming in the deep sea near the South Sandwich Islands. Estimated to grow up to 23 feet long, the colossal squid is distinct from the giant squid, with little known about its life cycle. The footage was captured by scientists using a remotely operated vehicle, marking a significant discovery. (NBC News)

A public health advocacy group is urging the B.C. government to end its contract with the American company that owns LifeLabs, the province's main provider of outpatient lab services. 

People living in Winnipeg neighbourhoods plagued by burnt-out and partially demolished buildings hope a host of proposed new bylaw offences lead to the cleanup of more problem properties.

The government of Nunavut announced the opening of the new Chesterfield Inlet air terminal building on Wednesday.

The fate of an Inuvik man serving a nine-year prison sentence is now in the hands of three Northwest Territories Court of Appeal judges.

Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew and Nunavut Premier P.J. Akeeagok have signed a memorandum to work together on a proposed hydroelectric and fibre optic project and ask Ottawa for capital funding.

Liberal Leader Mark Carney faced jabs from his opponents at Wednesday's French-language leaders' debate, with accusations he's out of touch with working people and won't offer enough change from his unpopular predecessor.

The Winnipeg Jets are heading into their first-round playoff series against the St. Louis Blues this weekend with high hopes—coming off a Presidents’ Trophy win and setting a franchise record in wins.

While expectations are high among Jets fans, the same can’t be said outside of Winnipeg.

Legal gambling sites, like Odds Shark, have the Jets outside of the top five teams with the best odds to win the Stanley Cup, despite their league-leading record.

“Winning the Presidents’ Trophy— a lot of Jets fans think that automatically makes them the Cup favourite, but the Jets are fighting ghosts of the past right now,” said Sean Reynolds, Sportsnet reporter. “We’ve seen this team have a lot of success in the regular season, and then they get to the playoffs and have a lot to figure out.”

Reynolds says that while the Western Conference is tough, he’s seen signs throughout the season that lead him to believe the Jets will perform much better this postseason than in previous years.

“Big games—like when they needed to play the Dallas Stars for first overall—there was concern Dallas might catch them. But the Jets came out with their best performance in that game. They’ve had a lot of those moments this season,” Reynolds said. “That’s a sign of a team learning how to be comfortable in big moments. So I expect them to be in the big moments in the playoffs this year.”

“Winnipeg doesn’t get any respect, and the only way we’re going to earn it is if we go deep in the playoffs. I really think this run is important,” said Greg Burnett, a longtime Jets superfan.

Burnett, a die-hard Jets supporter since 1976, has attended every home game this season. He says he’s expecting a big run.

“We just gotta get out of the first round, and then whatever happens, happens—because the first round is one of those dragons I think the Jets need to slay,” said Burnett.

He says within Jets fan circles, the belief that the Cup could finally come to Winnipeg is real—a moment he’s been waiting for his entire life.

“Well, I’ve got a shirt I’ve been wearing for about five years—a T-shirt—and it says, ‘Just one before I die.’ That’s pretty much it right there,” Burnett said.

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Police are sounding the alarm about rising numbers of drug overdose deaths in the province, caused mostly by cocaine.

The high purity of the drugs in recent years has made them more deadly than ever before, and the victims are getting young, as young as just 14 years old.

NTV’s Rosie Mullaley reports.

Brandon Shaw was 15 years old when he was apprehended by police and taken to a secure holding facility to detox in Edmonton from opioids against his will.

The involuntary program had the opposite effect, propelling him into a years-long battle with problematic drug use – one that almost cost him his life.

Mr. Shaw, who was in the facility for roughly 10 days, said children in the program were “treated like criminals” and weren’t provided with the proper supports, such as counselling. He remembers being assaulted by staff and placed in what was called a timeout room when he didn’t follow the rules.

The organizations representing doctors and nurses and called a joint news conference Wednesday to raise their concerns about moving gynecology services to the Janeway, but then cancelled it. The NLMA says it received consultation commitments from N.L. Health Services, but the Registered Nurses’ Union is still accusing the health authority of sending “mixed messages.” NTV’s Bailey Howard reports.

The Ottawa Senators flag has been hoisted. Sens Mile is officially open. And if the vibe at city hall today was any indication, it's going to be tough times to be a Leafs fan in the nation's capital.

With a rapidly aging population in the province, the Seniors’ Advocate is calling for more supports from the provincial government to allow oder people to retrofit their homes for safety, preventing life-changing accidents and allowing them to age at home. NTV’s Jodi Cooke reports.