Carney says Canada in mourning following military base deaths in Alberta

Details of the tragic fire that killed four service members and injured dozens at a Canadian Armed Forces base in Wainwright, Alta., on Saturday are still emerging as people mourn across the country. Officials say 39 people were injured and taken to hospital, including 19 in critical condition, following a grass fire that broke out while soldiers were training at about 4 p.m. on Saturday. The four soldiers who were killed have been identified as: Sgt. Morgan Wong of Edmonton; Pte. Shaun Farrell of Prince Albert, Sask.; Pte. Aidan Goulding of North Vancouver; and Pte. Hayden Lykkemark of Langley, B. C. A news release from the Department of National Defence said Wong was from the Loyal Edmonton Regiment serving with the 3rd Battalion of Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry (PPCLI) in Edmonton. The other three soldiers were from the 3rd Battalion of PPCLI. Prime Minister Mark Carney spoke from Ottawa shortly after noon ET, when he confirmed that four service members died and dozens sustained serious injuries. He called the incident "one of the worst tragedies for the Forces on Canadian soil in peacetime.

by Johnny MaffeiMon, October 19, 2026 at 9:39 AMUpdated Mon, October 19, 2026 at 10:43 AMThe democrat and republican candidates for Governor in Tennessee both say safety is a priority, it's hard to find a candidate who says otherwise. But how these candidates want to keep people safe is one of several places they clash. (Courtesy of Sen. Marsha Blackburn, Jerri Green)NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — The democrat and republican candidates for Governor in Tennessee both say safety is a priority, it's hard to find a candidate who says otherwise. But how these candidates want to keep people safe is one of several places they clash. State law in Tennessee says local sheriff departments need to work with federal immigration enforcement in the 287(g) program. MORE FROM MAFFEI | 'We’re going to change that': State wants Nashville Sheriff to comply with ICEFOX 17 News’ Johnny Maffei sat down with Sen. Marsha Blackburn and Memphis Councilwoman Jerri Green along the campaign trail. You can find our full interviews with Blackburn and Green on our YouTube page. We reached out to independent candidate David Hatley’s campaign multiple times but have not gotten a response.

A man has been arrested in connection to a suspected arson at a Danforth Village business over the weekend. Firefighters were called to the scene of a fire in the Danforth Avenue and Sibley Avenue area around 6 p.m. on Saturday.

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A California aquarium says a beluga rescued from Marineland in Ontario has died, adding to the number of deaths of animals relocated over the summer from the now-closed Canadian facility. SeaWorld San Diego says in a Facebook post that Cyprus, a nine-year-old male beluga that arrived at the park on Aug. 22 stopped eating on Friday, and an ultrasound later determined the animal’s intestinal tract did not appear to be functioning normally.

WhaleFour other rescued whales died in Chicago at the Shedd AquariumMonday, October 19, 2026 4:51PM30 beluga whales and four dolphins were rescued from a closed park in Ontario, Canada. SeaWorld San Diego/FacebookCHICAGO -- A sixth beluga whale rescued from Canada has died at SeaWorld San Diego. Nine-year-old Cyprus died Sunday night after suddenly refusing to eat. Photo of Cyprus, a nine-year-old male beluga rescued, posted by SeaWorld San Diego on Facebook. SeaWorld San Diego/Facebook"Cyprus had been doing well since his arrival. He was eating consistently, acclimating to his new environment and interacting with his trainers and animal care team, along with the two other rescued belugas," SeaWorld San Diego said in a social media post. An ultrasound revealed a potentially serious intestinal problem. More testing is planned. "Like many species, belugas can mask discomfort or underlying concerns that are not immediately visible," SeaWorld said. Top StoriesSeaWorld San Diego said the other rescued belugas in their care continue to be in stable health. Four other rescued whales have died in Chicago at the Shedd Aquarium since August.