World Cup Court Fight: Ghana’s Thomas Partey has been barred from Canada after a federal judge rejected his visa appeal, leaving him out of the opener vs. Panama in Toronto while he awaits trial on rape charges. Sports Broadcasting Shake-up: “Hockey Night in Canada” won’t return to CBC next season after Rogers’ NHL deal—an end to a 75-year Saturday-night tradition. WNBA in Toronto: Indiana Fever beat Toronto Tempo 113-91, with Caitlin Clark scoring 21 points and 14 assists. Ottawa Bills & Weather Funding: Hydro Ottawa won approval to raise residential distribution rates, while an Ottawa committee backed a $1M grant program to help community groups prepare for extreme weather. Vancouver Whitecaps Talks: A secret meeting in Vancouver with MLS, governments and First Nations focused on securing the Whitecaps’ long-term future. Local Safety & Crime: Edmonton police charged a 19-year-old after an unprovoked knife attack in Mill Woods, and charged a massage therapist with sexual assault. Severe Weather: Environment Canada issued a severe thunderstorm watch for parts of southeastern Alberta. Quebec Wildlife: A kangaroo “Joey” was captured after days on the loose in Quebec.