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First Nations men wrongfully convicted in Manitoba file lawsuits claiming racism

First Nations men wrongfully convicted in Manitoba file lawsuits claiming racism

WINNIPEG — Two First Nations men wrongfully convicted of murdering a restaurant worker are suing three levels of government saying their imprisonment was the result of racial discrimination.
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Manitoba government cracking down on organized crime with new bills

Manitoba government cracking down on organized crime with new bills

WINNIPEG — The Manitoba government has introduced two bills aimed at cracking down on drug trafficking and organized crime.
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Gabe Vilardi's hat trick helps Jets clinch playoff berth with 5-2 win over Flames

Gabe Vilardi's hat trick helps Jets clinch playoff berth with 5-2 win over Flames

WINNIPEG — Gabe Vilardi’s hat trick helped the Jets clinch a berth in the NHL playoffs. And now, he’s looking forward to Winnipeg’s famous playoff Whiteout.
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WHL Roundup: Moose Jaw Warriors complete first-round sweep of Brandon Wheat Kings

BRANDON, Man. — Denton Mateychuk scored and added an assist as the Moose Jaw Warriors downed the Brandon Wheat Kings 6-2 on Thursday to complete a four-game sweep in the first round of the Western Hockey League playoffs.
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Trudeau says provinces must price carbon as Manitoba eyes alternative to federal plan

Trudeau says provinces must price carbon as Manitoba eyes alternative to federal plan

WINNIPEG — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew appeared at odds over carbon pricing Thursday.
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University of Winnipeg says some staff, student information stolen in cyberattack

University of Winnipeg says some staff, student information stolen in cyberattack

WINNIPEG — An investigation into a cyberattack that took down the University of Winnipeg's network last month has found the personal information of some staff and students was compromised.
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Manitoba property managers group says rebate changes could lead to higher costs

Manitoba property managers group says rebate changes could lead to higher costs

WINNIPEG — The Manitoba government faced concerns Wednesday that its new budget, delivered a day earlier, could be a financial hit to landlords and delay the construction of several schools.
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Manitoba NDP government not yet committing to all schools promised by Tories

Manitoba NDP government not yet committing to all schools promised by Tories

WINNIPEG — The future of nine schools promised by the former Progressive Conservative government in Manitoba is uncertain. The Tories promised last year to build the schools by 2027, under a so-called P3 system in partnership with the private sector.
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Manitoba's NDP government delivers tax cuts, rebates in first postelection budget

Manitoba's NDP government delivers tax cuts, rebates in first postelection budget

WINNIPEG — The Manitoba government is delivering on promised rebates and tax cuts in its spring budget, while also changing property taxes in a way that will see many homeowners and commercial property owners paying more.
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Cole Perfetti and Kyle Connor get 3-points each as Jets edge Kings 4-3

WINNIPEG, Manitoba (AP) — Cole Perfetti scored twice and Kyle Connor contributed a trio of assists as the Winnipeg Jets snapped a six-game losing skid with a 4-3 victory over the Los Angeles Kings on Monday.
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