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Five CNE Food Hall of Fame dishes highlighted for the 2026 season

NOW Toronto spotlights five standout carnival dishes recognized in this year's CNE Food Hall of Fame.

Stephen Jackson claims Kawhi Leonard already owns a home in Toronto

Former NBA player Stephen Jackson claimed on a recent podcast that Kawhi Leonard already purchased property in Toronto.

Ontario braces for multi-day severe storm system

Environment Canada issued a severe thunderstorm watch across the Greater Toronto Area warning of heavy downpours and possible isolated tornadoes.

Councillor Dianne Saxe attempted to cancel FordFest following resident concerns

Ward 11 Councillor Dianne Saxe sought to halt Premier Doug Ford's annual FordFest event following community feedback.

TIFF replaces iconic orange King Street sign ahead of 2026 festival

The Toronto International Film Festival is retiring its long-standing orange photo installation along King Street for a fresh design.

Fashion Television creator and producer Jay Levine dies at 69

Canadian broadcast veteran and Fashion Television creator Jay Levine has died at age 69.

Doug Ford's Lake Ontario sign cost taxpayers $25,000

Premier Doug Ford's recently unveiled 'Lake Ontario now and always' waterfront sign came with a $25,000 price tag for taxpayers.

Toronto daters react to the viral 'pheromone maxxing' trend

Local singles are pushing back against a viral dating trend that encourages skipping deodorant to amplify natural scents.

Old Farmer's Almanac releases long-range October 2026 weather forecast for Ontario

VT Hint Seasonal temperatures and balanced conditions

The Old Farmer's Almanac predicts seasonal temperatures and balanced conditions across southern Ontario this October.

Slash bassist Todd Kerns brings Canadian rock tribute band Toque to Horseshoe Tavern

Veteran rocker Todd Kerns speaks about celebrating Canadian rock classics at the legendary Horseshoe Tavern.

Toronto Student Nutrition Program expands across all public schools

Toronto's school food initiative is scaling up to provide meal and snack programs across all public schools.

Peel Region public health confirms first human West Nile virus case of 2026

Public health officials in Peel Region have confirmed the area's first positive human case of West Nile virus for 2026.

Shake Shack partners with Ontario's Chudleigh's Farm for seasonal menu item

VT Hint Shake Shack and Chudleigh's Farm

Shake Shack is collaborating with Halton Hills staple Chudleigh's Farm for a local fall treat.

Toronto Public Health issues reminder for parents to update student vaccination records

TPH urges parents to ensure immunization records are up-to-date as the new school year begins.

Katy Perry's concert film screens in Toronto theatres with ample tickets remaining

Katy Perry's 'The Lifetimes Tour' is screening across two Toronto cinemas including IMAX with plenty of open seats.

Over 90% of FIFA World Cup visitors say they want to return to Toronto

Destination Ontario data shows 92 per cent of visitors who attended World Cup matches in Toronto would visit again.

Down With Webster hosting Toronto karaoke night dedicated solely to their discography

The Beaches-born rap rock group is holding a special Toronto karaoke night featuring only their hits.

Fan Expo cosplayers debate which superhero Toronto needs to protect the city

Attendees at Fan Expo weighed in on the superhero best equipped to protect the 6ix.

Toronto creatives host 'Comics for a Free Palestine' panel discussing art and advocacy

Local illustrators and comic book creators gather for a panel exploring political expression through visual art.