
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
Cleanup efforts are underway across various portions of the National Capital Region, as a record-breaking 118 millimetres of rain drenched Ottawa on Canada Day. The unrelenting storm flooded roads and basements, and cancelled Canada Day celebrations across the city. And yes, even the highways were not immune to Mother Nature’s wrath. Bay Ward councillor Theresa Kavanagh joins guest host Chris Holski in Hour 1. Then, we catch up with CTV’s Natalie Van Rooy, who spoke to one of many homeowners that are now dealing with a flooded basement. But first, we go live to City Hall, as...
July 2, 2026 - 18:00 | | CFRA - 580 - Ottawa
July 2, 2026 - 17:57 | Jeremy Simes | The Globe and Mail
Speaking to Global News, U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said the White House is concerned Beijing could use Canada as a back door into the American market.
July 2, 2026 - 17:52 | Heidi Petracek | Global News - Canada

