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CN Rail's Exit Opens Door to Regional Rail Revolution Across Lower Mainland

By Rainer Fehrenbacher

CN Rail's exit from key corridors sparks renewed hope for regional passenger rail connecting communities across the Lower Mainland. The proposed $10 billion MVX Nexus network could transform commutes for working families while easing Highway 1 congestion and opening new housing opportunities....

Van Popta's Dual Office Experiment Leaves Township with Expensive Electoral Mess

Langley Township faces a $500,000 byelection after Misty Van Popta was removed from council for holding dual provincial and municipal roles. Her frequent absences from council meetings due to MLA duties showed the difficulties of serving both positions effectively....

Trucker Union Sues MLA Harman Bhangu Over 'Corruption' Comments

A major truckers' union has filed a defamation lawsuit against Langley-Abbotsford Conservative MLA Harman Bhangu after he accused the organization of corruption and nepotism in social media posts. The Teamsters Local 213 filed legal action seeking damages and an injunction....

Van Popta Forced Off Langley Township Council by New BC Law

Eligibility to Hold Public Office Act forces Misty Van Popta to quit Langley council Thursday, ending her double-dipping practice. Van Popta collected $189K in dual salaries while missing meetings. Korky Neufeld faces similar situation in Abbotsford. Contract With Langley loses council majority....

Langley Conservative MLAs Spark Outrage by Meeting Anti-LGBTQ, Anti-Abortion Group

A political controversy ignites after all three Langley-area Conservative MLAs attended a reception hosted by ARPA, a notorious group criticized for anti-LGBTQ stances. Public backlash and internal party divisions raise urgent questions about political alignment and community representation in B.C....

Where to Follow 2025 Federal Election Night Results in Real-Time

As polls close across Canada tonight, follow the federal election with coverage that centers working people's concerns. CBC offers comprehensive tools, The Breach provides progressive analysis, and The Tyee delivers BC-focused reporting on what results mean for Langley communities....