Premier Doug Ford says province ‘has their backs’ in Wheatley following explosion
Ontario Premier Doug Ford headed to Wheatley, Ont., on Tuesday, more than three weeks after an explosion destroyed two buildings and injured 20 people.
Essex MP Chris Lewis thrown from horse on election day
The newly re-elected MP for Essex says he is being assessed for injuries after being thrown off a horse on election day.
2 new deaths, 39 new cases of COVID-19 in Windsor-Essex, health unit reports
The Windsor Essex County Health Unit reports two more people have died due to COVID-19. The health unit also confirms there has been an increase of 39 new cases.
Heavy rainfall, thunderstorms to hit Windsor-Essex, Chatham-Kent
Environment Canada has issued a rainfall and thunderstorm warning for Windsor-Essex and Chatham-Kent. Rain is expected to last throughout Tuesday into Wednesday night.
The U.S. land border closure has been extended. Here’s what it’s costing Windsorites
On Monday, United States president Joe Biden announced that the U.S.-Canada land border would remain closed to non-essential for at least another month, until Oct. 21.
3 Conservatives projected to win in Sarnia-Lambton, Chatham-Kent
A trio of Conservatives are seeking in Chatham-Kent and Sarnia-Lambton ridings.
Windsor-Essex residents cast their ballots — but election results may not be clear tonight
Windsor-Essex residents voted Monday in the federal election, and while the campaign was short — just 36 days — it may take time to learn who will be representing local ridings in Ottawa.
NDP’s Brian Masse, Conservative Chris Lewis re-elected, CBC projects
Windsor-Essex residents voted Monday in the federal election, and while the campaign was short — just 36 days — it may take time to learn who will be representing local ridings in Ottawa.
Windsor COVID-19 long-hauler feels health issue was ignored during election
A Windsor woman dealing with long term effects of COVID-19 says political candidates should have done more on the campaign trail to address those who are still suffering months after being diagnosed with the virus.
Construction boom leads to shortage of workers
Construction companies are finding a tough time finding enough people to fill vacant positions, leading to a labour shortage crisis in the Windsor area.
People’s party candidates in Windsor-Essex say they’re ‘the only alternative’
People’s Party of Canada candidates in Windsor-Essex are looking to position the party as a true alternative to the mainstream political parties — including the Conservatives.
History of Windsor’s Emancipation Day celebrations captured in new documentary
A new documentary featuring the historical celebrations of Windsor’s Emancipation Day festivities has been created and made available to the public by a team of female filmmakers and historians.
COVID-19 outbreaks now active at 4 Windsor-Essex schools
Just 10 days into the school year, COVID-19 outbreaks have been declared at four Windsor-Essex schools.
‘Code black’ incident in Essex County prompts worries about ambulance response times
The fact that ambulances from Chatham-Kent were briefly called in to help deal with situations in Essex County earlier this week is causing concerns with the union representing EMS workers as well as some residents in the area.
Windsor–Tecumseh candidates address your concerns on climate change, reconciliation and collaboration
With the Sept. 20 federal election just days away, CBC Windsor is checking in with those vying for your vote about the topics that matter to you.
St. Joseph’s high school students frustrated by return to online learning
Students and staff of St. Joseph’s Catholic High School have returned to online learning after the school was closed by the health unit due to a COVID-19 outbreak.
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Meet Dr. Shanker Nesathurai, the acting medical officer of health for Windsor-Essex
Dr. Shanker Nesathurai has stepped in as the acting medical officer of health as the Windsor Essex County Health Unit seeks to recruit a replacement for Dr. Wajid Ahmed who has accepted a job with the province.
Meet Dr. Shanker Nesathura, the acting medical officer of health for Windsor-Essex
Dr. Shanker Nesathurai has stepped in as the acting medical officer of health as the Windsor Essex County Health Unit seeks to recruit a replacement for Dr. Wajid Ahmed who has accepted a job with the province.
Windsor-Essex COVID-19 cases falling slightly but it remains a ‘pivotal time’
Though case counts remain high, the COVID-19 rate in Windsor-Essex has shown some improvement in the last week, according to the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit.
Windsor-Essex COVID-19 cases fall slightly but it remains a ‘pivotal time’
Though case counts remain high, the COVID-19 rate in Windsor-Essex has shown some improvement in the last week, according to the health unit in the southwestern Ontario region.
Young voters’ group expects a strong youth turnout in the 2021 federal election
Future Majority, a group trying to engage young voters across Canada, expects a strong youth turnout in this federal election.
Essex candidates weigh in on Line 5, health care and protecting migrant workers
With the Sept. 20 federal election just days away, CBC Windsor is checking in with those vying for your vote about the topics that matter to you.
Fringe and splinter parties have a place, says university prof
Don’t underestimate the importance of splinter parties in an election says university professor.
COVID-19 outbreak forces St. Joseph’s Catholic High School in Windsor to close
St. Joseph’s Catholic High School has been issued to close until further notice due to a COVID-19 outbreak.
‘She was a woman of action.’ Community grieves loss of Kingsville mother, wife and volunteer
Evelyn Greenwood was struck and killed by a truck in her front yard in Kingsville on Sept. 6, 2021. Her family and community is grieving the loss of her life while honouring the legacy she left.
St. Clair College has 7 COVID cases, and 117 are isolating or self-monitoring
Seven COVID-19 cases have been diagnosed at St. Clair College since the start of the school year.
Cabana Road widening causing safety concerns near school
Residents who live along Cabana Road in South Windsor are fed up with the changes to the road causing more traffic in their area and they say it poses a risk to children crossing the street.
70,000 Windsor-Essex residents eligible but not yet vaccinated against COVID-19, public health says
Forty-four more people in Windsor-Essex have tested positive for COVID-19, according to the latest daily update from the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit.
Parents want more safety measures on Windsor-Essex school buses to protect young children from COVID
Some public school board parents want to see additional measures on buses where drivers have medical mask exemptions, but the company operating the buses says it has many safety measures in place.
Windsor West candidates address your concerns on housing, climate change and jobs
With the Sept. 20 federal election just days away, CBC Windsor is checking in with those vying for your vote about the issues that matter to you.
School supplies putting a dent in Windsor Essex parents wallets
A recent backpack drive has indicated that more Windsor-Essex parents are struggling to provide the basic back-to-school supplies for their kids as COVID-19 and rising prices have left many parents with less money to spend.