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There's no indication that a vehicle crash and explosion Wednesday that killed two people on the American side of the Rainbow Bridge, which connects Ontario and New York, is linked to terrorism, says New York Gov. Kathy Hochul. The explosion closed four bridges, with all but the Rainbow reopening later in the afternoon.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau stopped in Hamilton on Friday to talk about housing measures announced in the recent federal budget, then weighed in on how his government has supported the city’s efforts to deal with the affordable housing crisis and the growing campus protests across Canada in response to the Israel-Hamas war.

Two children have died after tonsil and/or adenoid surgery at McMaster Children’s Hospital, the Hamilton hospital says, adding it’s pausing such procedures as a precaution while doing a “comprehensive” review.

The new mural to celebrate the life of actor and comedian Phil Hartman pays tribute to his extraordinary career on Saturday Night Live, News Radio, The Simpsons and more.

Every year, CBC Hamilton reporters meet some of the most interesting people in the Hamilton, Burlington and Niagara regions and tell you their stories. Here are a few who made 2024 a better place.

Environment Canada has issued a weather travel advisory for the Niagara Region, and warns drivers to expect "hazardous winter driving conditions and adjust travel plans accordingly."

The weather agency said the areas could expect wind chill values near -30 Wednesday morning but the extreme cold would come to an end later in the day.

Environment Canada has issued a wind warning for Hamilton, Niagara Falls, Welland and the southern Niagara region. The agency says people in Brantford and Burlington can expect a cold and windy day as well.