Today's top headlines from CBC Montreal

Today's top headlines from CBC Montreal - 2025-01-22

Good evening, these are your top stories for Tuesday, January 21, 2025.
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Quebec murder case sparks debate over where trans inmates should serve time

January 21 , 2025 at 04:00:00 a.m. EST • :

Many, including Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, argue trans inmates shouldn't have any choice about where they serve time, while trans activists say the current rules don't really offer much of a choice anyway.

How cold is too cold to exercise outdoors?

January 21 , 2025 at 06:30:58 p.m. EST • :

Some people enjoy braving the cold to practise outdoor sports and winter activities. But at what point could it no longer be good for you?

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RCMP charge 3 suspected human smugglers as Canada promises border crackdown

January 21 , 2025 at 04:54:20 p.m. EST • :

The RCMP have charged three men from Quebec with conspiracy for allegedly helping to smuggle people across the border into the United States.

U.S. Border Patrol agent killed in Vermont near Canada-U.S. border, say authorities

January 20 , 2025 at 09:46:15 p.m. EST • :

A U.S. Border Patrol agent was shot and killed in Vermont on Monday while performing their duties near the Canada-U.S. border, according to U.S. federal and state authorities.

Why some Montreal cafes still charge extra for non-dairy milk options

January 21 , 2025 at 02:57:18 p.m. EST • :

Dairy milk alternatives like soy and oat have typically cost more in grocery stores than cow milk. Now, all milk options cost about the same. Some coffee shops are adjusting, while others say the grocery store prices don't tell the whole story.

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