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Lam sisters acquitted in 2022 killing of 88-year-old mother
The 13-person jury found Hue and Chau Lam not guilty of first-degree murder Sunday in the killing their mother almost three years ago.
Former Pembroke doctor facing sexual assault charges
A former doctor in Pembroke, Ont., who lost his licence to practise medicine is facing four criminal charges including the alleged sexual assault of two minors.
Forensic psychiatrist, cultural expert testify at sisters' murder trial
A forensic psychiatrist testified in an Ottawa courtroom this week that two sisters accused of murdering their mother in 2022 had been living in a chronic state of emotional distress before their alleged crime.
Ottawa protester who used squeaky toy found guilty of causing disturbance
A woman known in Ottawa for her frequent presence at protests has been found guilty of causing a disturbance and breaching bail conditions, but acquitted of resisting arrest over a confrontation involving a squeaky dog toy.
Chau Lam details years of abuse before mother's killing
Testifying at her murder trial Wednesday, Chau Lam sobbed as she described how her 88-year-old mother dug her fingernails into her forehead while she tried to trim them for her.
Brothers testify sisters accused of killing mother suffered years of abuse
Chau and Hue Lam have admitted to killing their 88-year-old mother in October 2022, but a brother testified this week that Kieu Lam was 'the evil one' and insisted his sisters acted in self-defence.
Relief, but few answers in community where Quebec girl was found
People living near the eastern Ontario community where a three-year-old Quebec girl who'd been missing four days was found safe earlier this week say they're relieved, but still perplexed about the circumstances of her disappearance.
Defence wraps at murder trial of man accused of killing OPP officer
On Wednesday the Crown is expected to deliver closing arguments in the trial of Alain Bellefeuille, who's accused of killing an Ontario Provincial Police officer and injuring two others during a 2023 wellness check at his home in Bourget, Ont., east of Ottawa.
Senators back on home ice for playoffs after 8-year drought
Ottawa Senators fans will watch a playoff home game in the city tonight for the first time in eight years. The team is looking to hold off a Toronto Maple Leafs squad that has jumped out to a two-game lead in the best-of-seven series.
Chris Barber, Tamara Lich not guilty on most charges for roles in 2022 convoy protests
Chris Barber and Tamara Lich have been found not guilty of most charges against them for their roles in the 2022 truck convoy protest in Ottawa, but they were both found guilty of committing mischief.