In a media release, Manitoba RCMP said "On June 15, 2023, at approximately 11:40 am, Brandon RCMP responded to a motor vehicle collision at the intersection of Highway 1 and Highway 5. A semi-trailer was heading eastbound on Highway 1 and a bus carrying a number of senior citizens from Dauphin was headed southbound on Highway 5. The bus had already crossed the westbound lanes of Highway 1 and was crossing the eastbound lanes when it was struck by the semi. Immediately, it became apparent that this was a mass casualty situation and the RCMP deployed all available resources to the area which included, RCMP officers from across western Manitoba, Forensic Identification Services and a Forensic Collision Reconstructionist. At this time we can confirm there were 15 fatalities, and 10 people taken to hospital with various injuries. Major Crime Services has taken carriage of the investigation and is currently on scene. A family support centre has been set-up in Dauphin in the basement of the Lutheran Church at 2 Kirby Avenue East. We have officers there who can answer questions for families who are concerned. Families can also call the support centre at 204-647-5058. RCMP continue to investigate and will provide updates when possible."

KFC Express will expand in Brandon to adding a location on the Trans Canada. The former Quiznos location at the Esso will soon be converted into a KFC Express. They expect to be open before August 1st. KFC has over 600 locations in Canada.

Father's Day Grilling Contest this Saturday at J and G Homes Arena. Interactive DJ & Music from 4PM to 10PM 9-hole Mini Golf SIN BIN Beer Gardens Outdoor Live Bands - 2 Different bands. (45-minute sets) $10 cover charge $15 All-You-Can-Eat- Buffet  

On June 12, 2023 at approximately 6:00 am, police responded with BFES to a residential fire in the 100 block of 8th street N.  There were no reported injuries, and the fire has been extinguished.  Police suspect the fire may have been started intentionally and continue to investigate. Anyone with information regarding this fire is encouraged to contact Brandon Police Service at 204-729-2345 or https://www.brandon.ca/police-contact/police-contact.

At 0442 hrs on Saturday morning, officers responded to a fight in progress in the 700 block of Louise Ave.  Before police arrived, a 911 caller reported one of the men fighting was injured and required an ambulance.  Officers located a male with serious injuries in the 700 block of Louise ave.  An ambulance attended and transported the victim to BRHC where he succumbed to his injuries. No one has been arrested at this point and the Major Crimes Section continues to investigate. If anyone has any information regarding this incident, please contact the Brandon Police Service or Crimestoppers.