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Chris Spence’s Debt to the Black Community

No one can expect Spence alone to own the unfulfilled promise of the socially-constructed group of people we call black.

By Desmond Cole Jan. 25th, 9:00 am

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Police Board Delays Action on Issuing Receipts for Street Stops

Advocates say police attempts to rein in the controversial practice of "carding" aren't good enough.

By Desmond Cole Jan. 24th, 3:00 pm

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Judge Punishes Man for Blocking Bike Lane Removal By Allowing Him to Volunteer With Cycle Toronto

Tomislav Svoboda won't face further consequences if he completes 50 community service hours in the next two months.

By Desmond Cole Jan. 18th, 9:15 am

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Physicians Call for More Bike Lanes, More Quickly

A local physician who was arrested for blocking the removal of the Jarvis bike lanes has rallied support from his medical colleagues.

By Desmond Cole Jan. 16th, 3:15 pm

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Plenty of Optimism For Casinos at Etobicoke Consultation

At a public consultation on the possibility of building a casino in Toronto, opinions were mixed.

By Desmond Cole Jan. 15th, 12:30 pm

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After 12 Years, a Man Accused of Terrorist Involvement Begins to Get His Life Back

Mohammad Mahjoub is hoping for an end to his lengthy detention after a major court victory this week, but the impact on his personal life has been devastating.

By Desmond Cole Jan. 9th, 4:00 pm

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Toronto Man Detained for 12 Years Without Charges Regains Some of His Freedom

Egyptian refugee Mohammad Mahjoub's case still not fully resolved.

By Desmond Cole Jan. 8th, 6:00 pm

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Villain: Frances Nunziata

Nominated for: treating her colleagues like wayward schoolchildren.

By Desmond Cole • Illustration by Matthew DaleyDec. 17th, 8:45 am

Villain: Unsubstantiated “Safety Concerns”

Nominated for: using race as an indicator of crime.

By Desmond Cole • Illustration by Matthew DaleyDec. 17th, 8:45 am

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2012 Hero: Daniel Dale

Nominated for: staying professional, even when the mayor couldn't.

By Desmond Cole • Illustration by Jeremy KaiDec. 14th, 8:45 am

George Elliott Clarke Is Toronto’s New Poet Laureate

The renowned writer will become the official face of literary Toronto.

By Desmond Cole Dec. 3rd, 1:30 pm

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Executive Remains Elusive for Council’s Women

Women were elected in record numbers in 2010, but you wouldn't know it by looking at council's most influential committee.

By Desmond Cole Nov. 30th, 12:45 pm

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Schoolhouse “Wet” Shelter Ends Rare Approach to Alcohol Addiction

Under a harm reduction-inspired approach, residents were permitted to consume alcoholic beverages inside the shelter.

By Desmond Cole Nov. 15th, 3:00 pm

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“No Leadership” on Emergency Planning for Homeless

Advocates say City officials and politicians failed to communicate a strategy to protect homeless residents from Monday night's severe weather.

By Desmond Cole Oct. 31st, 5:00 pm

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Anticipation Building Over BIXI’s Next Move

Today BIXI celebrates its one millionth ride in Toronto. What's next for the successful bike-sharing program?

By Desmond Cole Oct. 12th, 9:00 am

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Rob Ford’s Diversity Distraction

Mayor Rob Ford styles himself as a champion of diversity. So why doesn't he use his political power to that effect?

By Desmond Cole • Photos by Christopher DrostOct. 10th, 3:15 pm

As Toronto Questions the Diversity of Its Boards, a Conference on Board Diversity

An international conference on the value of diverse leadership coincides with news that Mayor Rob Ford's office interfered with City diversity policies.

By Desmond Cole Oct. 4th, 10:00 am

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A Community in the Stands at Don Bosco Opener

Doug Ford maintained recently that when Don Bosco players look up at the stands during a game, they don't see their parents, but they do see the mayor. We went to the team's season opener to see who was there.

By Desmond Cole Sep. 26th, 2:25 pm

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