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Las Vegas, paramedics and Tom Petty.
October 03, 2017 15:53 - 50 minutesPhoto: (Joe Russo/REX/Shutterstock) 3 Canadians are among those killed in the Las Vegas shooting this weekend. At least 6 Canadians were injured. What is the latest? Guest: John Thompson. Security Consultant, Strategic Intelligence Group. Hamilton’s paramedic service is feeling a large amount of stress, with plummeting morale and increased absenteeism while pressures and demands pile on. How do we fix this? Guest: Mario Posteraro, President , OPSEU Local 256. Rocker Tom Petty has passed ...
Hotspot Hamilton - Why do people choose to move to Hamilton?
October 03, 2017 15:38 - 37 minutesHOTSPOT HAMILTON Today, we are kicking off our new series on AM900 CHML called “Hotspot Hamilton”. Our city has undergone a renaissance where our businesses are picking up and people are choosing to live here. But what issues are doing to arise as we move forward and grow? This is something we’re going to dive into with this series. Our first discussion: Why are people choosing here to live and is it good for the city? Guest: Keanin Loomis. President & CEO, Hamilton Chamber of Commerce. Gue...
How do we fix morale and absentee issues with Hamilton paramedics?
October 03, 2017 14:22 - 6 minutesHamilton’s paramedic service is feeling a large amount of stress, with plummeting morale and increased absenteeism while pressures and demands pile on. How do we fix this? Guest: Mario Posteraro, President , OPSEU Local 256.
What's the latest out of Las Vegas?
October 03, 2017 13:55 - 5 minutesPhoto: (REUTERS/Lucy Nicholson) Three Canadians are among those who were killed in the Las Vegas shooting this weekend. At least six Canadians were injured. What is the latest? Guest: John Thompson. Security Consultant, Strategic Intelligence Group.
Las Vegas, Edmonton, Jagmeet Singh and ward boundaries.
October 02, 2017 15:43 - 51 minutesPhoto: (David Becker/Getty Images) Atleast 400 people are injured and 50 dead at a shooting in Las Vegas. It occurred during a Jason Aldean concert at the Mandalay Bay hotel. Also; What is the latest out of Edmonton? Police have said terrorism and attempted murder charges are pending against a suspect who hasn’t been named that attacked and left an Edmonton officer stabbed and four people injured when they were hit by a rental truck. What do we know so far? Guest: Ross McLean. Crime Specia...
Citizen complaint to OMB will likely change ward boundaries.
October 02, 2017 15:35 - 6 minutesPhoto: (City OF Hamilton) Hamilton’s ward boundaries are likely to change after a concerned citizen pushed the matter to the OMB this year. The City has now reached an agreement with the citizen and if the OMB approves it, the change will affect how some residents vote. Guest: Larry DiIanni. Former Mayor, Lobbyist, City of Hamilton.
Jagmeet Singh is the new leader of the NDP.
October 02, 2017 14:31 - 6 minutesPhoto: (THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chris Young) Jagmeet Singh has been chosen as the next leader of the federal NDP. ALSO; Julie Payette is to be installed today at Canada’s 29th Governor General. Guest: David Akin, Chief Political Correspondent, Global News.
What's the latest out of Las Vegas and Edmonton?
October 02, 2017 13:54 - 18 minutesPhoto: (David Becker/Getty Images) Atleast 400 people are injured and 50 dead at a shooting in Las Vegas. It occurred during a Jason Aldean concert at the Mandalay Bay hotel. Also; What is the latest out of Edmonton? Police have said terrorism and attempted murder charges are pending against a suspect who hasn’t been named that attacked and left an Edmonton officer stabbed and four people injured when they were hit by a rental truck. What do we know so far? Guest: Ross McLean. Crime Speci...
Bronson Pinchot is at Hamilton Comic Con this weekend!
September 29, 2017 15:43 - 19 minutesHamilton Comic Con is going on this weekend and one of the guests of honour, Bronson Pinchot, joined Bill Kelly to talk Hollywood, his career, and Comic Con. Bronson Pinchot, actor, and guest of honour for Hamilton Comic Con.
Expanding the 403, social housing and Marco Muzzo.
September 29, 2017 15:18 - 51 minutesPhoto: (THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette) Traffic congestion on Highway 403 between Highway 6 and Main street is causing headaches for businesses I the airport/cargo industry. Should that stretch of highway be widened to ease congestion? Guest: Guy Paparella, Director of Growth Planning, City of Hamilton. Council decided on Wednesday to move forward with spending millions on social housing in the city. One councillor wanted to wait two more weeks, though other councilors spoke out against...
Marco Muzzo may get a temporary release from jail.
September 29, 2017 15:09 - 7 minutesPhoto: (THE CANADIAN PRESS/Christopher Katsarov) Two years after Marco Muzzo drunk drove and killed three Brampton children and their grandfather, Muzzo may be able to get a temporary release from jail. Guest: Jeff Manishin. Criminal Lawyer, Ross & McBride/ Former Crown Attorney.
Council moving forward with millions for social housing.
September 29, 2017 14:23 - 5 minutesPhoto: (Derek Putz / Global News) Council decided on Wednesday to move forward with spending millions on social housing in the city. One councillor wanted to wait two more weeks, though other councilors spoke out against that idea. Guest: John Best. President of the Bay Observer.
Should the 403 be widened from Highway 6 to Main Street?
September 29, 2017 14:10 - 5 minutesTraffic congestion on Highway 403 between Highway 6 and Main street is causing headaches for businesses I the airport/cargo industry. Should that stretch of highway be widened to ease congestion? Guest: Guy Paparella, Director of Growth Planning, City of Hamilton.
Lions Lair 2017 - Bill Kelly at the McMaster Innovation Factory
September 28, 2017 16:33 - 1 hourLions Lair 2017 A full look at the Lions Lair process, catching up with the previous winners and meeting with the new winners.
Where are the previous winners of Lions Lair now?
September 28, 2017 15:24 - 19 minutesWhere are the previous winners of Lions Lair now? Morgan Wyatt - The Green LidLee Wright - Sniper SkinElaina Principato (in for Matt Sheridan) - Nix Color Sensor
Policing Hess Village, rent control and Amazon.
September 27, 2017 15:02 - 49 minutesPhoto: (AM900 CHML) Should extra police stay in Hess Village? The issue goes to council tonight. Guest: Jason Farr, City Councillor, Ward 2. At least 1,000 planned rental units in Ontario have been cancelled or converted to condos since the province introduced new rent control rules according to a report by a group representing providers of rental housing. They warn that a supply crunch could occur if the issue isn’t addressed. Guest: Jeff Paikin, President of New Horizon Development Grou...
The Hamilton Chamber of Commerce weighs in on the Amazon bid.
September 27, 2017 14:54 - 6 minutesPhoto: (Carlos Jasso/Illustration/File Photo) Hamilton is poised to sepnd as much as half a million dollars to try and get Amazon to set up their second headquarters in the city. What is the stance of the Chamber on this bid? Guest: Keanin Loomis. President & CEO, Hamilton Chamber of Commerce.
At least 1,000 planned rentals cancelled due to new rent control rules.
September 27, 2017 14:22 - 5 minutesPhoto: ((Matthew Trevithick/AM980)) At least 1,000 planned rental units in Ontario have been cancelled or converted to condos since the province introduced new rent control rules according to a report by a group representing providers of rental housing. They warn that a supply crunch could occur if the issue isn’t addressed. Guest: Jeff Paikin, President of New Horizon Development Group,
Should extra police stay in Hess Village?
September 27, 2017 13:50 - 4 minutesPhoto: (Klaus Lang / Getty Images) Should extra police stay in Hess Village? The issue goes to council tonight. Guest: Jason Farr, City Councillor, Ward 2.
The Mercer Report will be ending after 15 seasons
September 25, 2017 18:52 - 16 minutesIt has just been announced the Rick Mercer will no longer continue the Rick Mercer report after this 15th season. What impact does Mercer leave on Canadian culture?
What mark did Bautista leave on the Blue Jays?
September 25, 2017 15:57 - 18 minutesIn what was likely the last home game for Jose Bautista, the player acknowledged the crowd at the Rogers Centre. The crowd gave him one final standing ovation. What mark does Bautista leave on the team? Guest: Howard Berger. Long-time Leafs reporter/Blogger, Between the Posts.
Donna Skelly seeking Conservative nomination for Flamborough-Glanbrook.
September 25, 2017 15:32 - 17 minutesPhoto courtesy of: (City of Hamilton) Councillor Donna Skelly has ended months of speculation, saying that she is seeking the Conservative nomination for the new provincial riding of Flamborough Glanbrook. Guest: Donna Skelly, City Councilor for Ward 7.
Skelly seeks nomination, waterfront hotel and the NFL kneels.
September 25, 2017 15:14 - 52 minutesPhoto: (AP Photo/Alex Brandon) Councillor Donna Skelly has ended months of speculation, saying that she is seeking the Conservative nomination for the new provincial riding of Flamborough-Glanbrook. Guest: Donna Skelly, City Councilor for Ward 7. A Burlington waterfront hotel site concept has received mixed reviews. Some residents expressed angst over the height of the proposed development. What are some of the concerns? Guest: Marianne Meed Ward, Ward 2 Councillor for the City of Burling...
NFL teams locked arms and knelt to show solidarity during national anthem.
September 25, 2017 14:42 - 6 minutesPhoto: (Brad Mills/USA TODAY Sports/via Reuters) Yesterday, NFL teams locked arms or knelt to show solidarity during the national anthem in response to President Trump’s comments about the protests. Guest: Scott Radley. Host of “The Scott Radley Show” Columnist, Hamilton Spec.
Burlington waterfront hotel site recieving mixed reviews.
September 25, 2017 14:22 - 5 minutesA Burlington waterfront hotel site concept has received mixed reviews. Some residents expressed angst over the height of the proposed development. What are some of the concerns? Guest: Marianne Meed Ward, Ward 2 Councillor for the City of Burlington.
Donna Skelly seeking Conservative nomination for Flamborough-Glanbrook.
September 25, 2017 13:51 - 6 minutesPhoto courtesy of: (City of Hamilton) Councillor Donna Skelly has ended months of speculation, saying that she is seeking the Conservative nomination for the new provincial riding of Flamborough Glanbrook. Guest: Donna Skelly, City Councilor for Ward 7.
Lions Lair 2017 - Lumago
September 22, 2017 15:44 - 16 minutesLIONS LAIR 2017 The final Lion’s Lair finalist to join us to share their story is Lumago, which provides an aquaponics system that is customizable, expandable and fully automated and will allow ease for farmers to implement aquaponics. Guest: Melissa Houghton, Lumago.
Albion Falls and the Mayor's Townhall with Rick Goldring.
September 22, 2017 15:17 - 50 minutesThe city is allowing it’s staff to apply to the Hamilton Future Fund for money to pay for the design of a south access route pathway and lower viewing playform at Albion Falls. Is this wise? Or do you feel people will continue to go down into the falls anyway? Guest: Tom Jackson, City Councillor. Ward 6. City of Hamilton. Mayor’s Townhall with Burlington Mayor Rick Goldring
Should Hamilton build a lower viewing platform at Albion?
September 22, 2017 13:55 - 7 minutesThe city is allowing it’s staff to apply to the Hamilton Future Fund for money to pay for the design of a south access route pathway and lower viewing playform at Albion Falls. Is this wise? Or do you feel people will continue to go down into the falls anyway? Guest: Tom Jackson, City Councillor. Ward 6. City of Hamilton.
2017 Bladder Cancer Awareness Walk in Hamilton on Saturday.
September 21, 2017 16:09 - 18 minutesBladder Cancer is the 5th most common cancer in Canada and is one of the most underfunded. A walk will be held in Hamilton on September 23rd to help raise funds for research. Guest: Dr. Bobby Shayegan, Assistant Professor of Urology at McMaster University, and is the Deputy Chief of Surgery at St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton Guest: Sara Dobson, Hamilton Walk Lead, Bladder Cancer Canada.
Distracted driving, EQAO and historic statues.
September 21, 2017 15:53 - 47 minutesDrivers will soon be facing penalties for careless and distracted driving. New legislation says that a motorist convicted under the new proposed offence will face a fine of $2000 to $5000 dollars, a license suspension of up to five years and a loss of six demerit points. ALSO; a lawyer in Ottawa says that proposed changes to impaired driving laws could allow police to show up at your doorstep to demand a breath sample. Guest: Joseph Neuberger, Criminal Lawyer with Neuberger & Partners LLP. ...
Lions Lair 2017 - Nanophyll
September 21, 2017 15:45 - 16 minutesLIONS LAIR 2017 Industrial businesses spend a ton of effort and time into cleaning to fight dirt dust, grim and rust to prevent mechanical breakdown and environmental pollution. Nanophyll has created a self cleaning coating that improves air quality while reducing chemical usage. Guest: Charles Boudreault, co-founder – Nanophyll Guest: Mehdi Sanjari, co-founder – Nanophyll
Councilors dealing with historic statue complaints on case by case basis.
September 21, 2017 15:22 - 5 minutesCouncillors have decided to deal with complains on historic statues and artwork that some find objectionable on a case by case basis. This decision comes at the heels of controversy over Sir John A McDonald and requests to remove statues and artwork of historical figures. Guest: Terry Whitehead. City Councillor, Ward 8, City of Hamilton.
Nearly two thirds of grade 6 students fell short on math testing.
September 21, 2017 14:51 - 5 minutesPhoto: (FILE / GLOBAL NEWS) Nearly two thirds of public school students failed to meet the Ontario standards for grade 6 mathematics last year. How did the HWDSB do in regards to EQAO results otherwise? Are we seeing improvement? Guest: Manny Figuierdo, Director of Education at the Hamilton Wentworth District School Board.
New penalties coming for careless and distracted driving.
September 21, 2017 14:19 - 5 minutesPhoto: (Vancouver Police Department) Drivers will soon be facing penalties for careless and distracted driving. New legislation says that a motorist convicted under the new proposed offence will face a fine of $2000 to $5000 dollars, a license suspension of up to five years and a loss of six demerit points. Guest: Joseph Neuberger, Criminal Lawyer with Neuberger & Partners LLP.
Lions Lair 2017 - Gene Blueprint
September 20, 2017 15:43 - 16 minutesLIONS LAIR 2017 What if you can take a look at your genetics to help make recommendations on effective nutrition and exercise strategies that work for you? Gene Blueprint has developed methods to do so, using a client’s DNA. Guest: Paul Mercante, Gene Blueprint.
Laneway housing, paid policing and the minimum wage.
September 20, 2017 15:39 - 45 minutesPhoto: (Mark McAllister/Global News) Ward 3 Councillor Matthew Green wants the City of Hamilton to look into how the City’s laneways could be used to house tiny homes. Guest: Matthew Green, City Councillor, Ward 3. Hamilton City Council is looking to cancel the program that forces Hess Village bars to pay for extra policing during patio season. The Planning committee voted 7-2 in favor of the motion which still needs a sign off at council next week. Guest: Jason Farr, City Councillor, War...
Wynne promises businesses support for minimum wage increase, no details.
September 20, 2017 14:45 - 6 minutesPhoto: (THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick) Premier Kathleen Wynne said yesterday that Ontario farmers and small businesses will receive some support from the government to transition to the new minimum wage, but offered no further details as to what it would look like or when it’d be made official. Guest: Richard Koroscil, Ontario Chamber of Commerce Board Member,
Council looking to end paid police program in Hess Village.
September 20, 2017 14:15 - 5 minutesPhoto: (AM900 CHML) Hamilton City Council is looking to cancel the program that forces Hess Village bars to pay for extra policing during patio season. The Planning committee voted 7-2 in favor of the motion which still needs a sign off at council next week. Guest: Jason Farr, City Councillor, Ward 2.
Should Hamilton laneways be used to house tiny homes?
September 20, 2017 14:00 - 4 minutesPhoto: (THE CANADIAN PRESS/Alexander Panetta) Ward 3 Councillor Matthew Green wants the City of Hamilton to look into how the City’s laneways could be used to house tiny homes. Guest: Matthew Green, City Councillor, Ward 3.
Lions Lair 2017 - Dolled Up Desserts
September 19, 2017 15:35 - 17 minutesLIONS LAIR 2017 Today’s finalist involves a wholesale bakery offering gluten free and vegan treats and baking mixes, with the hope to empower those with dietary restrictions to enjoy desserts without affecting taste, texture and nutrition. Guest: Katarina Polletto, Dolled Up Desserts.
The Mayor's Townhall and splash pads.
September 19, 2017 15:26 - 51 minutesMayor’s Townhall with Hamilton Mayor Fred Eisenberger How much money should be spent to build splash pads, councilors have been asking. One councillor submitted research to city staff on costs in other Ontario cities and ours is much higher. Guest: Terry Whitehead. City Councillor, Ward 8, City of Hamilton. Guest: Donna Skelly, City Councilor for Ward 7.
How much money should be spent to build splash pads?
September 19, 2017 15:06 - 5 minutesPhoto: (Felicia Parrillo/Global News) How much money should be spent to build splash pads, councilors have been asking. One councillor submitted research to city staff on costs in other Ontario cities and ours is much higher. Guest: Terry Whitehead. City Councillor, Ward 8, City of Hamilton.
What challenges will Hamilton have while bidding for Amazon?
September 19, 2017 14:44 - 8 minutesPhoto: (AP Photo/Richard Drew, File) What challenges will Hamilton have while bidding for Amazon? Guest: Fred Eisenberger, Mayor, City of Hamilton.
Lions Lair 2017 - Oneiric Hockey
September 18, 2017 15:40 - 16 minutesLIONS LAIR 2017 It’s our second week of our Lion’s Lair showcase. Oneiric Hockey, today’s finalist, has developed an innovative protective base layer apparel for hockey players. It’ll allow players to get dressed faster and provide more safety in exposed areas. Guest: Emily Rudow, Oneiric Hockey.
Unfounded complaints, Amazon and the NDP.
September 18, 2017 15:22 - 49 minutesPhoto: (File / Global News) Hamilton Police service board members are waiting to see a report on an internal review of all sex assault complaints that had been classified as unfounded. Guest: Lenore Lukasik-Foss, Director of SACHA (Sexual Assault Centre of Hamilton Area). How much is our city willing to spend to bid on having Amazon’s second headquarters stationed in our city? It’s looking like $250,000. Guest: Chris Murray. City Manager, City of Hamilton. NDP leadership hopefuls have ma...
Voting begins for the next leader of the NDP.
September 18, 2017 14:47 - 5 minutesPhoto: (THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chris Young) NDP leadership hopefuls have made their final pitches to members to show what their visions for the party were. Voting begins today as to who the next leader will be. Guest: Henry Jacek. Professor of Political Science, McMaster University.
City planning to spend $250,000 on Amazon bid.
September 18, 2017 14:37 - 4 minutesPhoto: (AP Photo/Reed Saxon, File) How much is our city willing to spend to bid on having Amazon’s second headquarters stationed in our city? It’s looking like $250,000. Guest: Chris Murray. City Manager, City of Hamilton.