The Morning Show with Devon Peacock

Today's edition of The Morning Show begins with a look at warnings being shared among police services after a Montreal officer was killed while responding to reports of a shooter, and concerns about online content encouraging violence against police. We then turn to downtown London, where a proposed 38-storey residential tower has been given more time despite unresolved questions surrounding the project. Frank Donati from Fanshawe College joins the show to discuss the growing threat posed by lithium-ion battery fires and what consumers need to know to stay safe. We also bring you Day 17 of the 980 CFPL Bicentennial Battle as Frederick Banting takes on Victor Garber in a Final Four matchup. The show wraps up with John Fyfe-Millar and Ryan Gauss debating the viability of year-round schooling and discussing whether London is likely to see higher performance passenger rail service from the federal government.

London Hydro is investigating a data security incident that may have exposed customer information, and we explain what happened and what customers should watch for. Mayor Josh Morgan joins us to discuss a proposal that could slash development charges on new housing projects as London pursues a share of an $8.8 billion housing fund, along with the city's ambitious downtown master plan. Kate Kaikkonen from Stoneybrook for Community-First Development weighs in on whether London should return to requiring one parking space for every new residential unit. Criminal defence lawyer Nick Cake breaks down the federal government's new bail and sentencing laws and whether they are likely to improve public safety. We also explore the benefits and drawbacks of giving DNA test kits as gifts and discuss why it's important not to believe everything you see on social media. Finally, Day 16 of the 980 CFPL Bicentennial Battle features a matchup between acclaimed author Emma Donoghue and agricultural pioneer Dr. Earl Plunkett.