Chamel Abdulkarim, a 29-year-old employee, has been arrested and is suspected of intentionally starting a massive fire at a toilet paper warehouse in Ontario, California. Abdulkarim was initially reported missing before being identified as a suspect and subsequently apprehended.
Ontario's Bill 5, which established 'special economic zones' to expedite large project approvals, is now facing a constitutional challenge. The law grants cabinet and the environment minister powers to suspend provincial regulations.
A gigantic warehouse in Ontario, California, was destroyed in an act of arson, though no one was killed or injured. Video captured the enormous fire raging near Los Angeles.
Dan Levy struggled to find the words as he set foot in the Ontario town where the smash hit Schitt's Creek was filmed for the first time since the show wrapped.
A large warehouse fire has been reported in Ontario, California, prompting a significant response from firefighters and circulating images and videos on social media.
Staff members at a seniors' residence in Oakville, Ontario, created a viral video recreating a recent KitKat heist, gaining attention on 'The National'.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford has shared his plans for developing Toronto's waterfront and Billy Bishop Airport, stating that these initiatives will contribute to economic expansion in the region.
A resident of a London, Ontario shelter designed to transition people out of homelessness expressed a preference to return to the streets, citing isolation, strict rules, and costs at the modular facility.
The United States has deployed a third aircraft carrier to the Middle East as the war with Iran continues, following the earlier deployment of the USS George H.W. Bush and ongoing repairs for the USS Ford, underscoring a heightened military posture.
Former patients of a dental clinic in Brantford, Ontario, have been advised by public health officials to undergo testing for hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and HIV following an investigation into an infection prevention and control lapse.
Peel Regional Police are investigating allegations of child abuse at Robert Land Academy, a now-closed military-style private school in Ontario that operated for decades, following reports from dozens of former students.
Despite recent increases in provincial funding, more than 67,500 children with autism in Ontario are still waiting for core funding from the Ontario Autism Program, as demand for support continues to outpace available resources.
The owner of three tigers and a hyena in Wainfleet, Ontario, has had the exotic animals removed from his property due to a bylaw contravention, despite his efforts to fight the regulation.
An Ontario man who pleaded guilty to three terrorism charges has been sentenced to 20 years in prison, a sentence that Jewish groups have applauded. His actions were linked to at least six international terror attacks.
Critics warn that Ontario is running out of time to pass a bill aimed at cracking down on negligent and misbehaving municipal politicians before the upcoming civic election.
Six years after its implementation, Ontario's mandatory e-learning requirement for high school diplomas is facing scrutiny, with some critics suggesting it's being used by students to inflate marks rather than broaden course selections as intended.
Ontario's premier announced the province will designate Toronto's Billy Bishop Airport as a 'special economic zone' to bypass city council and expand the airport to allow jets downtown.
The Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs (CIJA) is calling on the Ontario government to prioritize its promise to protect the province's Jewish community from increasingly violent and targeted antisemitism upon the legislature's return.
Alicia Komaki, coach of Sierra Canyon, has been named Girls' Basketball Coach of the Year for her successful strategy in defeating Etiwanda and No. 1 Ontario Christian in the Southern Section Open Division championship.
Judge Faisal Mirza faces scrutiny for advocating race-based sentencing, a practice now highlighted in an Ontario drug dealer's case where race was cited to attenuate moral responsibility, drawing criticism for potentially establishing a race-based sentencing regime.
The criminal case against former Ontario politician Randy Hillier, stemming from his involvement in the 2022 Ottawa convoy protest, has been reinstated after the province's top court overturned a decision to stay the charges.
Sabrina Maddeaux argues that Canadian provinces, specifically B.C., Manitoba, and Ontario, are exploiting the current inflationary environment to balance their budgets, thereby burdening the middle class.
Daniel Tomassetti, a Hamilton man wanted for two mob-related killings, has been arrested in Mexico after nine years on the run, facing at least two murder counts.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford publicly praised and congratulated an individual who shot an alleged home invader, stating they "should have shot him a couple more times."
Politicians in Northwestern Ontario are urgently appealing to the federal government for funding to address a record number of highway fatalities during one of the deadliest winters on record.
An Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) investigation examining the conduct of multiple Toronto police officers, launched after the judge at a high-profile murder trial accused responding officers of…
New Canadian research suggests close to a third of life-threatening complications linked to pregnancy and childbirth happen to women during the first six weeks following a delivery — a time when…
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The lawyer either used AI then misled court or made up rulings and presented them as real law, the judge wrote, adding that 'the cover-up may be worse than the initial error'
Sarah, 41, from Ontario, Canada, shared her story on the show "This Morning," claiming to be in a real and fulfilling relationship with an AI chatbot named Sinclair.
A First Nation in northern Ontario, Biigtigong Nishnaabeg, has commended Landore Resources Canada Inc. for withdrawing its mining lease application in a sensitive area, calling it an act of 'true reconciliation'.
Wiarton Willie has died three years after becoming the latest woodchuck to carry on the Groundhog Day tradition begun in 1956 in the Ontario community.
Environment Canada has issued a warning for a major freezing rain storm expected to hit parts of Ontario, Quebec, and the Atlantic provinces, potentially causing power outages and hazardous road conditions.
Canadian anglers describe a dramatic rescue after an ice shelf detached from the shores of Georgian Bay in Ontario, leaving them stranded. They recounted harrowing phone calls to loved ones as they faced the danger.
As the Ontario government takes over school boards, the role of trustees is under renewed scrutiny, prompting questions about their responsibilities and the implications of their absence.
Police are investigating a string of thefts targeting cemeteries across Southwestern Ontario, with victims reporting missing items from cremation niches.
A school bus carrying two students collided with a tractor-trailer in Huron East, Ontario, sending students to the hospital. Heavy fog is believed to have contributed to the accident.
Students across the province are protesting recent changes to the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) — the post-secondary financial aid system will go from a majority grant structure to a majority loan structure in the new school year.
A new study indicates a 317% increase in contacts to Ontario's mental health helpline for gambling-related problems among men and adolescent boys aged 15 to 24, following the privatization of online gambling in the province.
Two sea lions from the defunct Marineland amusement park in Niagara Falls, Ontario, have been moved to the Vancouver Aquarium as part of an effort to find long-term homes for the animals.
A Lindsay, Ont., apartment tenant charged with assault last summer following a fight with an intruder in his home will no longer face prosecution over the incident. A Crown attorney said there is no longer a reasonable prospect that Jeremy David “J.D.” McDonald may be convicted.
The Nibinamik First Nation in northwestern Ontario is experiencing persistent power failures and frozen infrastructure, prompting the chief to coordinate Canadian Rangers and emergency supplies for the community.
Physician David Edward-Ooi Poon, who made international headlines during the COVID-19 pandemic with his campaign to reunite cross-border families and couples, has been accused of a slew of crimes spanning the last 12 years and is suspended from his medical practices in Ontario and Saskatchewan
Ontario is considering changes to legislation that could allow special constables to arrest people using drugs on public transit — a move constables say needs to come with an increased ability to use force and advocates say risks further victimizing the most vulnerable.
L.A.-based YouTube star LaurDIY, known for her craft and lifestyle content with nearly 8.5 million followers, recently visited her hometown of St. Catharines, Ontario, reflecting on her beginnings as a kid crafter.
The Ontario government has not purchased or leased new office space to accommodate 60,000 public sector workers ordered to return to the office five days a week, leading to concerns from unions representing the civil servants.
Changes to Ontario's post-secondary financial aid model are sparking concerns about a potential surge in student debt and the possibility of higher education becoming unaffordable for many.
A Pakistani citizen who resided in the Greater Toronto Area on a study permit has pleaded guilty in a U.S. federal court to attempting to commit an act of terrorism transcending national boundaries.
A Syrian refugee has been found not criminally responsible for failing to stop after a deadly crash in Ontario and has received an absolute discharge. He was previously released on bail while appealing a dangerous driving conviction.
A group searching for missing children and unmarked graves at the former McIntosh Indian Residential School in northwestern Ontario has been denied federal funding to continue its work.
A physician in Ontario has acknowledged a 'wrong' diagnosis for Heather Winterstein, who died in hospital the day after being discharged. The doctor initially attributed her severe bacterial infection symptoms to 'social issues' before her death.
An opinion piece discusses proposed governance reforms in the Ontario law society, which critics argue would politicize the institution by limiting opposition to mandatory Indigenous culture courses and DEI initiatives.
An Ontario shelter resident has expressed that he would rather return to living on the streets than stay at a modular shelter site, highlighting concerns about the conditions or suitability of the facility.
Stephen Lewis, a prominent Canadian politician, diplomat, and social activist, has passed away at the age of 88. He was a former ambassador to the UN and a one-time leader of the NDP in Ontario.
A tribunal has approved an $8.5 billion deal empowering Ontario First Nations to take the lead in their own child welfare systems, marking a significant step in Indigenous self-governance.
The 'Letters to the Editor' section for March 29 in The Globe and Mail features reader opinions on the perceived chaos brought by Doug Ford to various Ontario cities.
Advocates assert that the recent trial of a Burlington, Ontario, couple for murder underscores widespread systemic failures within Canada's child welfare system.
Guramrit Sidhu, a 62-year-old trucking executive from Brampton, Ontario, has admitted to being the mastermind behind a large cross-border cocaine and meth smuggling operation, sourcing drugs from Los Angeles and transporting them via commercial trucks.
A business owner in Windsor, Ontario, reported losing over $27,000 after scammers compromised his banking details through the Uber Eats app, prompting a police investigation by the financial crimes unit.
Jennifer Elise Lawrence, an Ontario music teacher, faces charges including sexual exploitation, child luring, sexual assault, and making sexually explicit materials available to a minor.
The Government of Ontario, represented by Attorney General Doug Downey, has argued that imposing new limits on the notwithstanding clause would constitute an "irreparable attack" on the Canadian federation.
An Air Canada plane collided with a fire truck on a runway at LaGuardia Airport, killing two pilots and injuring dozens. Investigations into the fatal crash are now focusing on the fire truck's lack of a transponder, which would have shown its location to the control tower and activated a runway warning system.
Ontario Indigenous Affairs Minister Greg Rickford is highlighted for his commitment to consensus-building and his ambition to bring modernity to northern Ontario, working for Premier Doug Ford.
The final rankings for high school girls' basketball teams in the Southland have been released, with Open Division state champion Ontario Christian leading the top 20.
Dalton Dubois of Guelph, Ontario, made history as the first transgender person to walk Chanel Exclusive's runway at Paris Fashion Week, marking a significant milestone in her modeling career.
A suspect was taken into custody after being shot by a Vaughan homeowner during an alleged home invasion and later dropped off at a Toronto-area hospital. Ontario Premier Doug Ford publicly congratulated the homeowner, stating he was 'glad you shot the guy.'
The sister of Nancy Grewal, a Windsor, Ontario woman stabbed to death four months after her porch was set on fire, is questioning why police took so long to release video footage of the earlier arson incident.
A munitions factory located in Ingersoll, Ontario, has secured a multi-million dollar defence contract, as Canada's defence minister commits $1.4 billion to boost weapons production.
Successive weather fronts are bringing snow and strong winds to parts of the U.S., with meteorologists warning of severe thunderstorms and tornadoes expected to impact the eastern half of the country. This follows earlier reports of strong winds and snowstorms affecting the Midwest.
A pair of Ontario family doctors say they may have to go back to sending patient prescriptions to pharmacies by fax because a federally funded agency is doing away with an electronic system, with no…
The mayor of an Ontario town has stated that two tigers must be removed from a residential property due to safety concerns, despite the owner's claims of knowing the animals' personalities.
An Ontario Superior Court justice has ruled that the Al-Quds Day rally in Toronto may proceed as planned, rejecting Premier Doug Ford's attempt to secure an injunction to shut down the event.
Ontario is set to make Premier Doug Ford and cabinet members' records secret as it "modernizes" freedom-of-information laws, which critics say will dramatically curtail public scrutiny of the political process.
A tenant in North Bay, Ontario, Shannon Lucas, accepted a $40,000 payout from his landlord to vacate his townhouse after an eight-year residency, but now states he regrets the decision and would prefer to have stayed.
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A significant freezing rain storm is forecast to sweep through parts of Eastern Canada, including Ontario, Quebec, and the Atlantic provinces, with potential for widespread power outages and hazardous road conditions.
Canadian MP Juanita Nathan highlighted the tragic homicide of Nancy Grewal, an Indian-origin woman, in her International Women's Day message. Grewal's death in LaSalle, Ontario, has deeply troubled many Canadians and the Indo-Canadian community. The investigation into the fatal stabbing is ongoing, with authorities seeking information.
A woman in Windsor, Ontario, was stabbed to death days after expressing fears to CBC News about threats she faced for speaking out against Khalistan extremism.
Indian-origin YouTuber Nancy Grewal was tragically stabbed to death in Canada. She was known for her social media activity and views on developments in Punjab.
A Hamilton judge has ruled that Ontario's sex offender registry is unconstitutional, a significant decision that could lead to changes in the registry depending on the outcome of the province's planned appeal.
Ontario and Nova Scotia have signed an agreement that will allow producers of beer, wine, and spirits to sell directly to consumers, with applications for authorization opening soon.
An Ontario man was fined over $3,000 by StubHub after thousands of dollars worth of Grand Prix tickets he uploaded to the site vanished, leaving him unpaid and out of pocket.
Stephen Lecce discusses Ontario's position as a reliable global partner, emphasizing the importance of governments' determination to accelerate mine development for the world's clean energy future.
A deputy chief with the Durham Regional Police Service has been suspended for allegedly using a "racially inappropriate term," the police board says, during a meeting with Black officers and…
Communities in Eastern Ontario are worried about the proposed high-speed rail plans, particularly regarding the 60-meter corridor and potential commute disruptions caused by crossings for rural residents.
A hunter has been fined and had his license suspended after two pet dogs were shot dead during a coyote hunt in Central Elgin, Ontario. The owner of the dogs states that justice has not been served.
Flair Airlines customer Douglas Connors and his partner have been trying to get back home to Ontario from Mexico, but he's still not sure how soon that can happen, days after their flight home was abr
PREMIJER kanadske pokrajine Ontario Doug Ford poručio je da se "obruč steže" oko predsjednika SAD-a Donalda Trumpa, nakon što je Vrhovni sud SAD-a poništio velik dio njegovih carina.
The wealthy owner of a nearly century-old bridge connecting Michigan and Ontario gave $1 million to a Trump-aligned political action committee less than a month before the U.S. president unleashed an online tirade against a new competing span down the Detroit River, records show.
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Over 5,000 human trafficking incidents were reported to police in Canada between 2014 and 2024, according to federal data, with the highest average annual rates in Thunder Bay. Ahead of National Human Trafficking Awareness Day on Sunday, students and advocates in the northwestern Ontario city are working to address the illegal exploitation of people, often for sexual reasons or forced labour.
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A severe winter storm has led to the cancellation of school buses across the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area, forcing families to arrange alternative transportation for students.
An emergency medical expert defended a doctor's assessment of Heather Winterstein, who died of sepsis in an Ontario hospital, stating she did not show hallmark warning signs during triage screening the day before her death.
Three young men were arrested in Whitby, Ontario, after causing a false disturbance by yelling 'gun' in a crowded movie theater as part of a social media prank they intended to film.
A massive six-alarm fire ripped through a 1.2 million-square-foot Kimberly-Clark warehouse in Ontario, California, leading to the detention of an employee by authorities.
The winners of a record-setting $80 million Lotto Max jackpot in London, Ontario, have finally come forward to claim their prize more than three months after the winning ticket was sold.
Police in Niagara Falls, Ontario, are continuing to investigate a two-year-old homicide of a suspected drug trafficker, believed to be targeted by Ryan Wedding's alleged criminal network, as they work to unlock the victim's phone and identify more suspects.
The Ontario provincial government has expressed support for a House of Commons petition advocating for the establishment of an independent review board for military honours, such as the Victoria Cross, for late veterans.
Residents in western Quebec are expressing a greater need for access to healthcare services in Ontario than for official bilingual status in their local hospitals.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford has voiced strong concerns, calling it 'unacceptable' that Stellantis is reportedly in talks with a Chinese automobile manufacturer about building Chinese electric vehicles at its idled Brampton assembly plant.
Assaults in northern Ontario jails, including punching, kicking, biting, and stabbing, are becoming increasingly difficult to manage due to severe overcrowding and a lack of options to separate inmates.
Police have identified a homicide victim found in Quebec in 1979 as a woman reported missing from Ontario months earlier, using genetic testing to confirm her identity decades later.
The Canadian Human Rights Tribunal has approved a landmark $8.5 billion child welfare agreement between the federal government and First Nations in Ontario, partially resolving a decades-long discrimination case.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford is embarking on a multi-day trip to Texas to advocate for pro-trade and anti-tariff policies, where he will meet with Governor Greg Abbott and business leaders.
A journey between Toronto and Ottawa reveals the diverse landscapes of Ontario, from urban skylines and vineyards to waterfalls and wilderness, attracting a growing number of visitors.
Ontario has released its 2025 Sunshine List, an annual document detailing public sector employees earning over $100,000, with former Ontario Power Generation President and CEO Kenneth Hartwick once again topping the list.
Inderjeet Singh Gosal, leader of the Sikhs for Justice movement in Canada, has had gun possession charges against him stayed by the Oshawa bench of the Ontario Court of Justice.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford has publicly stated that the privacy commissioner is 'politically driven' in their opposition to proposed changes to Freedom of Information (FOI) laws.
A London, Ontario neighborhood rallied to support a local pizzeria by launching a positive "review bomb" after the establishment was targeted with numerous one-star Google reviews.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford is expected to declare Billy Bishop Airport a 'special economic zone,' a move that would permit jet aircraft operations at the facility.
Junior guard Kaleena Smith of Ontario Christian has been named the Southland's Girls' basketball player of the year for the second consecutive season after leading her team to the state Division I title.
Advocates are urging Pickering city council in Ontario to reject a plan to develop 1,600 hectares of rural land for 72,000 people, citing concerns about the speed of the project and lack of consultation with First Nations and environmental studies.
Ontario's plans to outlaw sky-high ticket resale prices are being applauded by sports and music fans, though some industry insiders believe more comprehensive measures are needed.
Ontario's premier and other officials are demanding a reversal of the temporary release of a convicted child killer, urging the parole board to keep the individual incarcerated.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford congratulated a homeowner who shot and injured an alleged home invader in Vaughan, Ont., this week, saying intruders "need to be shot."
Mohammad Oryia, a first-time drug offender in Ontario, was granted house arrest after serving 10 months at Maplehurst prison, with an appeal court panel deeming his experience at the facility 'unusually harsh'.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford's ambitious 'build, baby, build' agenda is encountering significant obstruction from courts, municipalities, and various opposition groups.
Primo Brands Corporation (PRMB) has announced its intention to terminate its Canadian reporting obligations, pending approval from the Ontario Securities Commission (OSC).
Letters to the editor express strong disapproval of Ontario Premier Doug Ford's continuous involvement in Toronto's municipal business, arguing it oversteps his mandate.
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Ontario's payout to Elon Musk's SpaceX for a cancelled Starlink contract will remain undisclosed after both parties agreed to a confidential settlement, keeping the details secret from the public.
Ontario is set to introduce a new bill that would exempt the Premier and cabinet members from Freedom of Information (FOI) requests, raising concerns about government transparency.
LG Energy Solution’s Canadian battery plant is emerging as a bright spot for the company as the global electric vehicle market slows, offsetting weaker performance at some of its European and US facilities. According to the company’s audit report released Thursday, NextStar Energy, LG Energy Solution’s battery plant in Windsor, Ontario, posted revenue of 362.4 billion won ($268 million) last year, up 22.4 percent from a year earlier. Operating profit reached 53 billion won, surging nearly fivefo
Suncor's refinery in Sarnia, Ontario, has reported that an oil spill in the St. Clair River has been contained. The company stated it immediately deployed equipment, including booms and vacuum equipment, to manage the incident.
The Canadian federal government is investing $228.8 million over three years to help Ontario workers in tariff-impacted industries acquire new skills and adapt to trade disruptions.
An Ontario fisherman recounted his harrowing experience and subsequent helicopter rescue after he and several others became stranded on drifting ice in Georgian Bay near Owen Sound.
Premier Doug Ford is defending his government’s health-care record ahead of his eighth budget, even as the province’s hospitals say they face a billion-dollar structural funding deficit.
Conrad Black argues that Canada must exploit the Ring of Fire's chromium deposits, emphasizing its strategic importance for global stainless steel production.
A judge has indicated that Frank Stronach will be found not guilty on at least three charges, including attempted rape, as his sexual assault trial continues in Ontario.
Ontario's education minister aims for uniformity and safety in schools, while a parents' group argues that chronic underfunding is the root cause of declining test scores and increased violence.
U.S. prosecutors are using classified national security material in their case against Muhammad Shahzeb Khan, a Pakistani man who previously lived in Toronto and is accused of plotting an attack on Jews in New York.
Can you spot a fake CBC article? This one features Ontario Premier Doug Ford announcing an investment program. It’s not a real article, but a scam to take your money.
Siemens and Rock Tech Lithium have announced a partnership to develop a lithium hydroxide plant in Ontario, Canada, focusing on sustainable battery materials.
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A year after winning a third-straight majority government on a pledge to “protect Ontario’ from U.S. tariffs, the fight against Donald Trump continues to fuel Doug Ford’s policy and politics. And experts watching the province’s struggling economy say the year ahead may prove even more challenging for the Ford government as key trade talks between the U.S. and Canada unfold.
Brantford, Ontario police have arrested and charged a 39-year-old woman with indignity to a body and concealing the body of a child, two decades after a newborn's body was discovered on a trail.
A property owner and contractor in Ontario were fined $157,000 for demolishing a chimney known to be a habitat for threatened chimney swifts without provincial authorization.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford told reporters at Queen's Park Monday that the decision last week was a "positive message from the [U.S.] Supreme Court,” though tariffs are still in place on sectors importa
Immigration documents have revealed new insights into a cross-Canada network believed to be responsible for a wave of extortion attacks, arsons, auto fraud, and shootings across British Columbia, Alberta, and Ontario.
A report from the Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) indicates that the gamification of investing could potentially be a positive development for the market.
Trump Admin Closes CDL Loophole That Let Illegal Immigrants Drive Big-Rigs
The Department of Transportation shut down a major safety vulnerability this past week that had allowed illegal immigrant drivers to operate commercial trucks on American highways despite having no verifiable driving history.
“For far too long, America has allowed dangerous foreign drivers to abuse our truck licensing systems – wreaking havoc on our roadways. This safety loophole ends today,” Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy said in a statement.
“Moving forward, unqualified foreign drivers will be unable to get a license to operate an 80,000-pound big rig. Under President Trump’s leadership, we are putting the safety of the driving public first. From enforcing English language standards to holding fraudulent carriers accountable, we will continue to attack this crisis on our roads head on.”
The reform targets a gaping hole in how states issue commercial driver's licenses to foreign nationals. While licensing agencies can screen U.S. drivers through national databases for past violations like DUIs or crash history, they cannot access records of foreigners and illegal immigrants. That loophole enabled at least 30 states to issue CDLs to drivers deemed ineligible.
Under the old system, foreign drivers holding only work permits could obtain commercial trucking licenses because Employment Authorization Documents don't indicate prior traffic violations, accidents, or license suspensions in other countries. States had no way to know whether an applicant had a clean record or a history of reckless driving before allowing them to operate an 80,000-pound vehicle.
The new rule formally codifies Duffy's emergency action from last September that ended the issuance of non-domiciled commercial driver's licenses to truckers with unverified driving histories. EADs will no longer be accepted as proof of eligibility. Applicants must instead present an unexpired foreign passport along with the appropriate Form I-94, which tracks a noncitizen's entry to and exit from the United States.
“Under the provisions, only foreign nationals holding temporary work visas, such as H‑2B, H‑1B, or temporary investor visas from treaty countries, known as E‑2 visas, may be eligible,” explains Fox News Digital. “In addition, states must verify the lawful immigration status of every applicant by checking the Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements (SAVE) system.”
At least 30 people died in 17 crashes caused by non-domiciled commercial driver’s license holders in 2025, according to reports. Among the most serious incidents, a non-domiciled driver triggered a multi-vehicle crash inside a tunnel on Interstate 80 in Wyoming on February 14, killing three people and injuring 20 others.
On August 12, another non-domiciled driver caused a crash on the Florida Turnpike that left three people dead after attempting an illegal U-turn. In California, a driver failed to stop for traffic on October 21, setting off an eight-vehicle collision that killed three. Later in the year, on December 3, a non-domiciled driver collided with a train at a marked crossing in Ontario, California, killing a crew member.
“We are done letting foreign drivers wreak havoc on our roads. If you’re behind the wheel of a big rig, you must meet our standards—no exceptions,” Duffy said in a post on X Saturday.
The final rule is expected to take effect in one month, around March 15.
“A critical safety gap allowed unqualified drivers with unknown driving histories to get behind the wheel of commercial vehicles,” said Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Administrator Derek D. Barrs. “We are closing that gap today to ensure that only qualified, vetted drivers are operating on our nation’s roadways. If we cannot verify your safe driving history, you cannot hold a CDL in this country.”
Duffy praised the reform as one of several steps the Trump administration is taking to bolster transportation safety, including enforcing English language standards for drivers.
In May, Secretary Duffy signed an order establishing new guidelines to strengthen English language enforcement for commercial truck operators, placing drivers who fail English proficiency tests out of service.
"Under President Trump's leadership, we are putting the safety of the driving public first," Duffy said. "From enforcing English language standards to holding fraudulent carriers accountable, we will continue to attack this crisis on our roads head on."
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