CTV News Ottawa at Six

Excitement reaches a fever pitch in Ottawa, as the FIFA World Cup finally kicks off for Canada. We tell you how the Men's Soccer Team fared against Bosnia-Herzegovina. Meantime, thousands of Ottawa households will be switching from door-to-door delivery to community mailboxes over the next 14 months. CTV's Natalie Van Rooy fills us in on the details. Plus, Ottawa’s supervised consumption sites are set to close this weekend after the Ontario government halted their funding. Stefan Keyes fills in for Patricia Boal on the newsdesk, while Jackie Perez examines the weekend weather forecast.

A section of the ByWard Market will be closed to the public for two weeks this summer, raising concerns for businesses in the area. CTV's Natalie Van Rooy leads us off. Meantime, members of Ottawa's Inuit community say they are being pushed out of a safe gathering space. CTV's Katie Griffin has more. Plus, OC Transpo says they haven't set a date to begin the O-Train East Extension testing. Stefan Keyes delivers the news, while Jackie Perez takes a look at the weather radar.

A popular Orleans park is being temporarily closed following a coyote attack. CTV's Katelyn Wilson delivers the latest developments. Meantime, a youth is facing arson charges after a Barrhaven fire killed 3 dogs. CTV's Katie Griffin has more on that. Plus, hundreds have gathered on Parliament Hill to protest the Alto high-speed rail project. Stefan Keyes fills in for Patricia Boal and brings you the latest headlines, while Jackie Perez has a look at the weather forecast. And finally, we meet our Myers Team of the Week!

The federal government wants to ban social media for kids under 16, as the Digital Safety Act is expected to be tabled tomorrow. CTV's Tyler Fleming delivers the details. Meantime, parents are raising a sea of concerns after the Ottawa Catholic School Board announced it will be cutting school bus attendants for students with special needs. CTV's Katelyn Wilson has more on that. Plus, an organization that furnishes homes for refugees is set to close. Stefan Keyes wraps up the day in news, while Jackie Perez delivers the latest weather forecast.

Michael Andlauer, the majority owner of the Ottawa Senators, is joining a bid to purchase the iconic Chateau Montebello. CTV's Josh Marano has the details. Meantime, double-car LRT service on Line 1 is finally restored, ending a mini-train rollout that lasted 4 months. CTV's Leah Larocque does a vibe-check with Ottawa's transit users. Plus, residents in Orleans are urging the City of Ottawa to do more after a teenager was recently attacked by a coyote. Patricia Boal takes you through the day in news, while Jackie Perez examines the latest weather forecast.

A Jewish family says they found swastikas drawn in chalk outside of their Rockcliffe home. CTV's Katelyn Wilson has the latest. Meantime, Ottawa Police are urging parents to take precautions with their apartment windows and balconies. This comes after multiple incidents of children falling from high-rise buildings over the past few weeks. Plus, Ottawa drivers should see more traffic delays this weekend, as new lane and ramp closures hit Highway 417. Stefan Keyes fills in for Patricia Boal and fills you in on the day in news, while Jackie Perez takes a gander at the weekend forecast.

Tonight, we hear about a barn fire in Metcalfe that killed a horse and several chickens. CTV's Dylan Dyson delivers the details. Meantime, a parasite has been linked to over 100 cases of stomach illness in Kingston. Plus, a streak of hot temperatures strike Canada's Capital. Stefan Keyes fills in for Patricia Boal and brings you up to speed on all the latest news headlines.

A shooting in Overbrook leaves a man with critical injuries. We bring you the latest developments. Meantime, Rideau Station is set to get a makeover, coupled with a new Special Constables office. CTV's Katelyn Wilson explains. Plus, you will soon be able to take a dip in the Ottawa River at two brand-new public swimming docks. Patricia Boal wraps up the day in news and meets the Myers Team of the Week.

An Ottawa business owner is speaking out after his two stores were targeted by thieves - not once, not twice, but 5 times - over the past few months. CTV's Katelyn Wilson has the latest. Meantime, lawyers are raising concerns about changes to Ontario's auto insurance. CTV's Stefan Keyes explains. Plus, City Staff are floating the idea of an infrastructure levy on tax bills to fund projects. Patricia Boal wraps up the day in news and examines the weather forecast.

More of Eastern Ontario's Mayors are pushing back against Canada’s high-speed rail project. CTV's Dylan Dyson outlines the growing transparency concerns. Meantime, a black bear pays a surprise visit to an Ottawa neighbourhood. CTV's Josh Marano has the latest from Richmond. Plus, as the Summer heat rolls in, a reminder of the dangers throughout Ottawa's waterways. Patricia Boal brings us up to speed on the day in news and takes a gander at the upcoming weather forecast.