Toronto news

Here are some recent news stories from Toronto:

Local News

• Toronto's COVID-19 cases continue to rise, with 1,200 new cases reported on Monday. (Source: CBC News)
• The City of Toronto has launched a new program to provide free menstrual products in public buildings and facilities. (Source: Toronto Star)
• A new study has found that Toronto's housing market is experiencing a "bubble" and is at risk of a crash. (Source: Globe and Mail)

Crime and Public Safety

• A 17-year-old boy has been charged with first-degree murder in connection with the shooting death of a 15-year-old boy in Scarborough. (Source: Toronto Sun)
• Toronto police have launched an investigation into a series of robberies at convenience stores in the city. (Source: CP24)
• The Toronto Police Service has released a new strategy to address gun violence in the city. (Source: Toronto Police Service)

Transportation

• The City of Toronto has announced plans to expand the city's bike lane network, with new lanes planned for several major roads. (Source: Toronto Star)
• The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) has launched a new pilot project to improve bus service in the city. (Source: TTC)
• A new study has found that Toronto's traffic congestion is among the worst in the world, with drivers wasting an average of 80 hours per year stuck in traffic. (Source: Globe and Mail)

Sports

• The Toronto Raptors have signed a new deal with the City of Toronto to play their home games at the Scotiabank Arena for the next 10 years. (Source: Toronto Star)
• The Toronto Blue Jays have announced plans to build a new stadium in downtown Toronto. (Source: Toronto Sun)
• The Toronto Maple Leafs have signed a new deal with the City of Toronto to play their home games at the Scotiabank Arena for the next 10 years. (Source: Toronto Star)

Arts and Culture

• The Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) has announced its lineup for the 2023 festival, featuring over 300 films from around the world. (Source: TIFF)
• The Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) has launched a new exhibit featuring works by Canadian artist Emily Carr. (Source: AGO)
• The Toronto Symphony Orchestra (TSO) has announced its 2023-2024 season, featuring a range of classical and contemporary music. (Source: TSO)