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California Man Charged with Attempted Assassination of President at Washington Dinner
California man Cole Allen, 31, charged with attempted assassination of President Trump following shooting at White...
Michael Torres
Municipal Affairs ReporterMichael Torres covers municipal affairs, infrastructure, environment, and breaking news for WestNet News. Born and raised in Calgary, Michael has a deep understanding of the city's communities and the issues that matter most to residents. He holds a diploma in journalism, and has covered everything from severe weather events to city council debates. Michael is particularly passionate about stories at the intersection of urban development and community impact.
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Joined January 20, 2022 at 12:00 AM
Stories by Michael Torres
Technology
Canadians Split Down the Middle on AI: Economic Promise vs. Safety Fears
Canadians value AI's economic potential equally with concerns about risks, new data shows—a 35.6% vs. 34.6% split...
Local
Shell Swoops In: Calgary's ARC Resources to Join Oil Giant in $22B Megadeal
Shell agrees to acquire Calgary-based ARC Resources in a $22 billion deal, signaling major consolidation in Alberta's...
Technology
Otterly Unexpected: Wildlife Experts Rescue Trio of River Otter Pups from BC Backyard
A Richmond family discovered three adorable river otter pups nested under their backyard shed in a rare wildlife rescue...
Technology
Canada's AI Divide: Canadians Split Between Economic Hope and Safety Fears
Canada split on AI: independent analysis shows public nearly equally torn between economic opportunity and safety...
Sports
End of an Era: Kopitar's Emotional Farewell After Kings' Playoff Exit
Anze Kopitar's 20-year NHL career with the Los Angeles Kings comes to an end as Colorado eliminates LA in four playoff...
Local
Calgary Newcomer Language Program Slashed as Federal Cuts Force Major Layoffs
Calgary's largest newcomer language program cuts 40+ jobs and 26 classes after 15% federal funding reduction leaves...
Health
How Canada's Busiest Emergency Departments Are Fighting Back Against Overcrowding
Toronto General Hospital is managing triple its intended patient volume through innovative partnerships. The model...
Sports
Hurricanes Leave Senators in the Dust with Dominant Series Win
Carolina completes sweep of Ottawa as Senators struggle to find answers against Hurricanes' physical, dominant play.
Local
Calgary Woman Diagnosed with Stage 4 Cancer Pushes Alberta to Speed Up Breast Screening Age Change
Calgary cancer advocate Natalie Kwadrans urges Alberta to immediately lower breast screening age to 40, rather than...
Sports
From Hospital to Sideline: Charge Coach MacLeod Returns for Playoff Push
Ottawa Charge coach Carla MacLeod returns to the sideline after cancer treatment, just as her team clinches playoff...
Health
Birth on Their Own Terms: Why More Canadian Women Are Rejecting Hospital Delivery
Growing distrust in medical institutions and rural access barriers are pushing some Canadian women toward unassisted...