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Dylan Cease pitched a near no‑hitter for the Toronto Blue Jays, losing the bid with three outs remaining on July 11, 2026. His effort joined a rare group, as only one pitcher has ever completed a no‑hit game for Toronto.
A fire at a North York seniors' residence on July 9 was deemed arson, leading Toronto Police Service to arrest an unidentified male suspect.
Peel Public Health warned on July 7 that measles exposure may have occurred at Toronto Pearson Airport and on two departing flights, urging anyone present to watch for symptoms and seek medical advice.
A city report warns that the province’s plan to widen Billy Bishop Airport’s runway could reduce water circulation in Toronto’s Inner Harbour, limiting its ability to flush sewage and pollutants.
A three‑week pilot that closed two blocks of Church Street to vehicles drew praise from residents and businesses, prompting the city to consider a permanent pedestrian zone.
Dallas Wings beat the Toronto Tempo 108-95 at Montreal’s Bell Centre, with Paige Bueckers scoring 34, as the game drew a WNBA regular‑season record crowd of 20,996.
Peel Public Health warned that passengers on two Pearson Airport flights may have been exposed to a confirmed measles case, urging monitoring of symptoms and vaccination for those at risk.
A minor parking rule amendment near Dufferin Grove Park has ignited controversy because it fails to consider accessible parking permit holders, prompting concerns from a park volunteer and the local community.
Dylan Cease of the Toronto Blue Jays was three outs from a no‑hitter before allowing a hit, ending the bid; the near‑miss underscores the rarity of no‑hitters, with only one ever achieved in franchise history.
Ontario teachers are debating how to incorporate AI into classrooms ahead of the 2026-2027 school year, with opinions divided over its benefits and risks as the province prepares guidelines for the upcoming fall term.
A city report warns that widening Billy Bishop Airport’s runway could reduce water flow in Toronto’s Inner Harbour, threatening sewage flushing, recreation, biodiversity and drinking water safety.
Metrolinx reported that average daily ridership on GO trains and the UP Express reached about 30,000 during Toronto’s six World Cup match days, exceeding previous World Series figures. The surge reflects heightened demand from fans attending the 2026 FIFA tournament.
Ontario lost 16,700 jobs in June 2026, keeping its unemployment rate steady but above the national average, reversing earlier job gains.
Experts warn that the extreme heat of summer 2026 could worsen the rise in opioid overdoses across southern Ontario, as unusually high temperatures are seen as a contributing factor to the climbing incidents.
The NBA has halted a trade that would send Kawhi Leonard back to the Toronto Raptors while it investigates potential salary‑cap violations by the Los Angeles Clippers, a move that could also keep Leonard out for the upcoming season.
A large retrofit at Toronto’s 59‑year‑old 444 Logan Avenue apartment building aims to keep heat in, cut residents’ energy bills and lower carbon emissions.
Scarborough residents on National Street say limited parking leads to frequent tickets, a problem they reported on July 10, 2026.
Quebec has introduced an exam requirement for Ontario‑registered truck drivers operating heavy vehicles in the province, a move prompted by recent crashes involving Ontario drivers.
A July 9 fire in a North York apartment forced seniors from eighteen units to evacuate, injured two women with smoke inhalation, and prompted a swift response from the Toronto Fire Department.
Environment Canada issued a yellow rain warning on July 9 for Etobicoke to downtown Toronto, citing forecasts of up to 50 mm of rain. The alert advises residents to stay alert and take precautions as heavy rain could cause localized flooding.
