The extreme drought conditions across much of B.C. are leading to a rapid rise in wildfires, according to provincial officials. The B.C. Wildfire Service said that while it's not unusual to see new fires sparking in October, the rate at which they're starting this month is far from normal — raising concerns across Alberta as well. Heather Yourex-West reports.

With the B.C. municipal elections having just wrapped up, the voters have spoken and they've made one thing clear: they want change. Across the province, voters turned up to turn out incumbent leaders. And nowhere was that mood more clear than in Metro Vancouver, where six cities dumped mayors who were sitting in office last term. Catherine Urquhart explains.

Alberta is calling with promises of higher wages and a lower cost of living. But Premier Danielle Smith's comments about unvaccinated Canadians, from a hospital recruitment pitch to an article in a world-renowned publication, have caught the eye of a growing number of people. And now, Ontario is calling back. Tom Vernon has the details.

The Nova Scotia government is tabling legislation demanding that telecommunication companies maintain service during emergencies — such as last month's devastating hurricane Fiona. The government says that if telecoms don't comply, they could be hit with daily fines of up to $250,000. Ross Lord has more.

Just weeks away from the crucial U.S. midterm elections, Democrats will have to overcome the rising costs that remain the biggest campaign issue — while inflation hits its highest level in 40 years. And while Americans traditionally vote with their pocketbooks, Biden is hoping that another hot-button issue will galvanize their base. Jennifer Johnson reports.

Gaming is part of growing up for many kids — and much has been said over the years about the risks of inactivity for people who sit at their gaming consoles for hours on end. But now, a new study has discovered a link between video games and a potentially deadly heart rhythm. Kristen Robinson has the story.

And finally, a sweet story about an endearing friendship between a garbage man and three-year-old boy. Obsessed with garbage trucks, Nolan puts his neighbours' garbage out every Thursday night and waits for Clint every Friday morning. The two have developed such a bond, Clint comes early so he can spend more time with the little boy. Jill Croteau has more.

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