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Conservative House Leader Andrew Scheer says Canadians will have to wait until 'closer' to the next federal election to learn about the party's platform.

Conservative cuts? Party to share platform 'closer to the next election,' Scheer says

Pop superstar Taylor Swift returned to Arrowhead Stadium on Thursday night to watch her boyfriend, Travis Kelce, and the rest of the Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs open the NFL season against the Baltimore Ravens.

Taylor Swift shows up at Arrowhead Stadium to watch Travis Kelce, Chiefs face Ravens in NFL opener

When it comes to interest rates, the worst is over as the Bank of Canada's cuts will give people relief with their personal finances overall, an investment adviser says.

How will the Bank of Canada's interest rate cuts affect personal finances?

Three years ago, when Team Canada appeared at the opening ceremonies of the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics, the athletes were dressed in sleek white jeans. They may have looked good, but for some Paralympians on the team, they were a challenge.

Fashion is slowly embracing the needs of disabled people. It’s happening for some Paralympians, too

Travellers will have to check in 15 minutes earlier than usual according to Air Canada's new cutoff time for all flights.

A Canadian airline is changing its check-in deadline for all flights. Here's why

Convenience stores in Ontario, including those in Simcoe County, are permitted to sell beer, cider, wine, and ready-to-drink alcoholic beverages as of Thursday, with many owners still struggling after the pandemic hope the move relief.

Convenience store owners see new alcohol sales as lifeline post-pandemic

Provincial police say an officer pulled over a vehicle for speeding on Yonge Street in Midland, which led to the seizure of a large amount of street drugs, cash, and weapons and resulted in criminal charges.

Suspended G1 driver faces criminal charges after traffic stop turns into drug bust: OPP

WATCH: The lawyer of a woman whose husband died at a Florida hospital says the surgeon removed the wrong organ.

Man dies after surgeon removed wrong organ at Florida hospital, lawyer says

Three generations of the Elnekave family bonded over an unforgettable experience on Thursday in Cookstown as a grandfather, daughter, and granddaughter jumped from a plane.

Three generations take a leap together for unforgettable skydiving experience

WATCH: After months of dozens of restaurant closings and headlines about 'endless shrimp' woes, Red Lobster says it will soon exit from Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.

Red Lobster says it will soon exit bankruptcy protection after judge approves seafood chain's sale

Bradford West Gwillimbury's mayor says he's "very enthusiastic" about the impacts of the town's new Automated Speed Enforcement program, which has generated $1.88 million in fines since its launch in May.

Bradford's photo radar program generates $1.88M in fines in 4 months

WATCH: Paula Abdul has cancelled her upcoming 21-date Canadian tour as she deals with unspecified recent injuries.

Paula Abdul cancels Canadian tour with a 'heavy heart' after recent injuries

Provincial police warn motorists that speeding through a school zone carries a hefty fine.

Motorist fined $250 plus 3 demerit points for speeding in school zone: OPP

WATCH: A Rembrandt discovered in an attic sold for US$1.4 million.

From attic to auction: A Rembrandt painting sells for US$1.4M in Maine

The Gussapolooza festival in Cookstown is a salute to summer that features bands from across North America, Sweden and Mexico.

Unique 3-day music festival in Cookstown features 45 bands

WATCH: As the Bank of Canada cuts its interest rate for the third straight time, one real estate expert shares what the downward trend means for the housing market.

Are interest rate cuts a good sign for homeowners, current and future?

Police officers will be canvasing a neighbourhood in Meaford on Thursday, asking residents to check video surveillance footage following two calls in one week about possible gunshots.

OPP canvassing Meaford neighbourhood after reports of gunshots

WATCH: The decision by the Bank of Canada to cut its key interest rate target this week was good news for borrowers with variable-rate mortgages, bringing back some of the shine for the once popular loans.

Variable mortgage rates regaining traction as Bank of Canada cuts rates

The trial of Bruce Ellis, 61, charged with second-degree murder in the 1994 death of Katherine Janeiro, got underway on Thursday in Barrie.

Barrie, Ont. man's trial begins in 1994 homicide of Katherine Janeiro

WATCH: Drugstore chain Rexall Pharmacy Group and online retailer Well.ca are due to land under Canadian ownership after a Toronto-based private equity firm announced Thursday that it would purchase both brands from McKesson Corp.

Private equity firm Birch Hill signs deal to buy Rexall Pharmacy and Well.ca

Police charged a 56-year-old man with second-degree murder after officers conducted a welfare check at an apartment complex in Newmarket.

Man charged with 2nd-degree murder after alleged stabbing at Newmarket apartment complex

WATCH: As students return to school, one patterned textile now synonymous with uniforms will make its seasonal reappearance on pleated skirts, jumpers and ties: plaid.

Dress codes: How did plaid become popular for school uniforms?

Twenty-seven year CTV News reporter and anchor John Vennavally-Rao shares the story of his health-care battle for the first time as medical advances give him reason for hope and optimism.

John Vennavally-Rao on his double cancer diagnosis — and reason for hope

Grocery store staff helped police in Gravenhurst stop a theft in progress.

Attempted theft of groceries thwarted by staff and police

OPP investigate a fatality in Ramara Township.

Pedestrian killed in Ramara Twp.

For Australian breaker Rachael Gunn, first came her polarizing performance at the Olympics, followed by her panic when she was chased through the streets of Paris.

Australian breaker Raygun says she felt 'panic' after public reaction to her Olympic performance

A much-loved crossing guard suffered a medical incident while on duty Tuesday.

Flags in Collingwood are flying at half-mast after passing of crossing guard

In its first year, the program diverted almost 30 metric tonnes out of the landfill.

Indoor compost machine has great a-peel

A man helped kill at least 118 eagles to sell their feathers and body parts on the black market as part of a long-running wildlife trafficking ring in the western U.S. that authorities allege killed thousands of birds, court filings from prosecutors show.

Wildlife trafficking ring killed at least 118 eagles, prosecutors say

Former Republican Rep. Liz Cheney on Wednesday said she would support Kamala Harris for president, ending weeks of speculation about how fully the member of a GOP dynasty-turned-Trump critic would embrace the Democratic ticket.

Republican Liz Cheney crosses party lines to endorse Kamala Harris