Tuesday, September 15, 2026Newsletter archive
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The 5 p.m. Daily
Good evening, Victoria!

Today started on the dark and cloudy side, but it was nice to see the sun finally break through!

You may have also noticed a low-flying metallic blue helicopter circling parts of Greater Victoria. We’re looking into what it was doing, with one possibility being aerial scans for FortisBC, although it wasn’t the type of helicopter typically used for that work. We hope to have more details later today or tomorrow.

Meanwhile, an off-duty police officer made a grisly discovery on his way to work this morning. After spotting a vehicle on fire and stopping to investigate, the officer discovered a person deceased inside. VicPD’s Major Crime Unit is now investigating.

And for fans of The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, we have a fun story coming with a local connection. Don’t worry, this one isn’t filled with drama. 😉

More stories below!

Today’s roundup · 9 stories
Top story
News
Person found dead following vehicle fire near downtown Victoria: VicPD
An off-duty officer spotted the car on fire.
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The LatestToday in Victoria
Entertainment
Newly released Netflix Original places Victoria locations centre stage
Featuring Hatley Castle, the Gorge and locations across Victoria and Sidney!
Featured
Here’s everyone running for mayor and council in Victoria’s 2026 election
Eight candidates are running for mayor and 21 for council.
More Around the Region
News
Downtown Victoria parkade approved for demolition to make way for 242 rental homes
The privately owned parkade has more than 300 stalls.
Crime
Man arrested after police respond to reports of suspected vehicle break-in in Oak Bay
And they are looking to identify another suspect.
Branded
This waterfront restaurant is the perfect spot for group dining in Victoria
And they have a special menu for your crew!
News
Saanich completes $72M infrastructure overhaul along Shelbourne corridor 
The project added new cycling routes, sidewalks, water lines and sewers.
News
Here’s why a helicopter was flying so low over Greater Victoria today
It will be back on Wednesday.
Comedy
5 things to do in and around Victoria this Wednesday, September 16th 
Jimmy Carr hits the Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre!
A little brain break
Today’s Island Unscramble
Rearrange the letters to find a familiar local place.
OIVTCIRA
Hint: The capital city at the heart of our region.
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Victoria weather
The next three days
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18° / 14°
Wed
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Foggy
19° / 13°
Thu
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Sunny
20° / 13°
Forecast data from MET Norway
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