Leons Headlines Feb 12: Police say the family home of the teen accused in the Tumbler Ridge school shooting had prior police calls involving mental health & weapons as investigators review events leading up to an attack that killed 8 including the suspect’s mother & stepbrother.

-Warm spell pushes temps above seasonal across MB, normal temps return next week.

-A MB health-care union is taking the province to court, alleging ignored workplace safety laws & failing to address violence facing health-care workers.

-The Province launches grocery study targeting predatory & dynamic pricing.

-Several MB school divisions are keeping bans on US school trips due to safety concerns & global tensions, instead prioritizing travel within Canada or elsewhere.

-MB RCMP say a driver caught going 162 km/h in a 100 km/h zone on Hwy 16 was fined $862, highlighting the dangers of excessive speeding.

-Wpg pair sentenced to 12yrs on animal cruelty charges.

-Canada’s housing market will likely face recession in 2026 amid ‘subdued’ demand: CMHC

-US House votes against tariffs on Canada but did not get the two-thirds majority to make it veto-proof, shows weakening support for US President.

-Canada’s Piper Gilles & Paul Poirier win Olympic ice dance bronze, Canadian moguls star Mikael Kingsbury gets silver after tiebreaker, Éliot Grondin claims silver in snowboard cross final. Canada’s medal count now 6.

Tumbler Ridge; BC’s day of mourning. The investigation into the Tumbler Ridge school shooting continues, with authorities already uncovering significant details. RCMP updates continue to provide insight into the circumstances surrounding this terrible tragedy.

Tumbler Ridge shooting: 5 students, teacher dead as BC RCMP identifies shooter

James VanderBeek dies at 48 from Cancer. It was heartbreaking to hear about the passing of actor James VanderBeek, as his work and legacy are being remembered by fans worldwide and a GoFund me raises well over $1M for his medical bills.

Cuba UPDATE: Conditions in Cuba are very challenging right now, leaving many Manitobans returning home heartbroken. Travel disruptions and shortages are adding to the stress for tourists.

Grandpa in MB makes a family LOUGE. Who needs the Olympics when you got Grandpa?! Family moments and sports excitement are coming together in this creative project.

Teen returning purse: A teen returned a lost purse and was rewarded with $3,000 for his honesty. Acts of kindness can bring unexpected recognition.

Red Lobster is not done closing stores. Red Lobster’s CEO warns more restaurant closures could be coming amid challenges.

https://www.restaurantbusinessonline.com/financing/red-lobster-could-close-more-restaurants-ceo-says

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This is how I make the store bought red lobster cheddar Bay biscuits even better at home!! Replace the water with milk and use 2 cups of cheddar cheese and then season with garlic powder! I also make my own garlic butter topping. Bake as normal. Garlic Butter ✨3 tbsp melted butter ✨1 garlic clove, grated (or 1/2 tsp garlic powder) ✨1 tbsp parsley, finely chopped #cheddarbaybiscuits #biscuits #recipes #eaayrecipes #fallrecipes

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Ukraine Olympian ban. A Ukrainian Olympian was banned for wearing a helmet honoring war victims, highlighting ongoing tensions in international sports. This incident reflects the intersection of athletic competition and political expression.