Unpublished Newswire
Which Canadian comedian tickles the funny bone better than anyone else? Guest host Chris Holski sifts through the CFRA textboard and tackles today’s Question of the Day. Turning our attention to more serious matters, the leader of Poland is telling newspapers that the U.S. has urgently warned her that Russia is plotting a limited armed provocation or cross-border incursion on Polish territories. She says it’s an effort by Russian forces to test NATO's resolve. Retired Major-General Denis Thompson pays us a visit in Hour 3.
July 3, 2026 - 18:02 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
A massive corporate shift at Sony is sparking furious global backlash from gamers and movie fans alike, fundamentally changing what it means to ‘own’ the entertainment you buy. Cybersecurity expert Ritesh Kotak joins guest host Chris Holski in Hour 2. Plus, a certain English teacher and a certain Gym teacher might be tying the knot in a matter of hours, with the backdrop reportedly involving one of North America’s most iconic venues. CFRA’s Emma Kelly explains.
July 3, 2026 - 18:01 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
In Hour 4, we continue our coverage of the flooding relief efforts in Canada’s Capital. CTV’s Tyler Fleming drops by with the latest developments. Then, we preview tonight’s shortened CTV Ottawa supper-hour newscast with Jackie Perez and Kimberley Fowler. And if news breaks in real time, you’ll hear it live on CFRA’s Ottawa Now.
July 2, 2026 - 18:03 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
We have been warned that this Summer was going to be a hot one. And over the past few Summer rounds, the weather warnings have been more frequent than usual. And then, we had what we had Wednesday afternoon, which left parts of the National Capital Region flooded and without power. Are you getting worried about the Summer forecast yet? Guest host Chris Holski sifts through the CFRA textboard and tackles today's Question of the Day. Then, we check in with Amber Bramer, the Director of Development and Communications at the Cornerstone Housing for Women. Like many in Canada’s Capital...
July 2, 2026 - 18:02 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
Hydro One crews are assessing the damages after overnight thunderstorms knocked out power to thousands of customers across Ontario, including parts of Central and Eastern Ontario. This morning, over 32,000 Hydro One customers still couldn’t turn the lights on, as several outages remain unresolved. To make matters worse, the humidity outside hasn’t wavered. Hydro One spokesperson Bianca Pizzo joins guest host Chris Holski in Hour 2. Here at home, we check in with Knoxdale-Merivale councillor Sean Devine, who is looking after one of the hardest-hit wards in Wednesday’s...
July 2, 2026 - 18:01 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
A Canadian-American artist from Ottawa has made a 4-foot-tall beaver statue for the United States. It’s part of the Great Beaver Quest – an art installation initiative that honours the countries participating in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. That statue, however, has been vandalized. Alyah Holmes joins guest host Chris Holski in Hour 4. Then, we preview tonight’s CTV Ottawa supper-hour newscast. And if news breaks in real time, you’ll hear it live on CFRA’s Ottawa Now.
June 29, 2026 - 18:03 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
