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kitchen, crafting area and a large gathering space all decorated with art to show case indigenous values and culture. >> It's going to be magnificent here for the community. And for gbnwa. >> We have a long history of celebrating cultures, language and people and coming together as one. And we're welcome everybody with open arms. >> Mike: they're still looking it for more money for their crafting space which will allow more indigenous women to craft and sell their art. The new operation will operate from 8:30 to 4:30. Monday to friday. Mike lang, penetanguishene. >> Catalina: the ontario liberals are requesting an update on the rcmp ongoing investigation into controversy surrounding ontario's greenbelt. Last year, premier doug ford reversed the decision to open up protected greenbelt lands to build housing. Reports from the province's oughted tore general and integrity commissioner indicated several certain developers were favoured when deciding which areas to include. Opp referred the matter to the mounties who launched a criminal investigation in october. No information has been shared since then. In her letter to the rcmp commissioner, liberal leader upony crombie said an update is needed amid new allegationses of involvement by the premier's office. Premier ford has denied wrongdoing while his office directly questions to the rcmp. >>> Things are a lot calmer now than they were this time last night as the region was hit by storms. It prompted tornado warnings yesterday afternoon and again last night on the south end of barrie. >> Nope, it's right there. >> Catalina: this viewer footage was taken in alliston around 9:30 P.M. last night. A tornado warning had been issued by environment canada at the time. But there's no confirmation if this was in fact a tornado. The storms brought heavy rain, lightning and strong wind that knocked out power to more than 8,000 customers. A lot calmer today. Let's take a first look at your forecast now. Starting with your satellite and f over the past few qk at current temperatures around the region right now in muskoka, parry sound, haliburton, 14°. 12 in gravenhurst. A little warmer in orillia at 17. 16 in collingwood. And 18° down in toronto. We'ln the show.

>>> The U.S. justice department today filed a sweeping antitrust lawsuit against ticket master and its parent company live nation. Accusing the entertainment giant of running an illegal monopoly over live events in the united states. Ctv's joy malbon reports. >> Reporter: call it the taylor swift effect. If it weren't for the eras ticket molt down in 2022 leaving customers fuming over botched ticket sales, perhaps the U.S. government never would have investigated. Two years later, the U.S. justice department is now suing the company that owns ticket master. Accusing live nation of illegally abusing its monopoly power and leaving fans frustrated. >> We allege that live nation has illegally monopolized the had a market for far too long t is time to break it up. >> Reporter: it won't be easy. Live nation is a ticketing giant with a lock on venues and says the attorney-general, an endless list of fees. >> Ticketing fees. Service fees. Convenience fees. >> Reporter: and that, he says translate that is higher prices for fans. Just ask theresa caldwell, a swiftie. >> Toronto prices are insane! Owe she and her friends flew to sweden to see had their idol because it was cheaper. >> The tickets in the nose bleeds was three grand. In sweden we got tickets, we got floor seats for $500 canadian. >> Reporter: fans and politicians have been calling for a crack down for years. Congress grilled live nations president just last year. >> This is all a definition of monopoly. >> If you care about the consumer, cap the price! >> Part of this action is by the D.O.J. to force the industry to show its cards. Shine a light on how they operate. >> Reporter: live nation in a statement pushed back, calling the accusations absurd and nothing more than a P.R. win for the justice department and they intend to fight back. Flash joy malbon, ctv news, washington. >> Catalina: a warning about our next story. The video may be difficult to watch. At least nine people, including a child have died after a stage collapsed in mexico. It happened during an election rally for presidential candidate jorge alvarez meinez. He was giving a speech when a strong gust of wind toppled the stage more than 650 people were injured. A lightning structure caused the structure to be blown by the wind.

>>> Israel says a two-day operation in the occupied west bank is now complete. Israel's military launched a rayed in the city of jenin on thursday. The palestinian health ministry says at least 12 opinion -- 12 palestinians were killed and several injured. Militants climate least eight were fight others. Islamic jihad militants said an unspecified number of their fighters were killed. >>> In ukraine, six civilians were killed when missiles struck kharkiv today. Ukian president still still called the attack extremely cruel and expressed frustration from not getting enough defence from western partners. The ukrainian army is labouring in the area to hold off an intense cross-border russian offensive. The U.S. is expected to announce an additional $275 million in aid tomorrow. >>> The federal government is introducing legislation that would extend canadian citizen ship by descent beyond the first generation. >> The proposed legislation will extend citizenship beyond the first generation. >> Catalina: bill c-71 would automatically confer citizenship to persons born abroad to a canadian parent also born abroad brier to the legislation coming into force. It would also restore citizenship to the so-called lost canadians. Individuals who lost or never acquired citizenship as a result of previous legislation. >>> Still to come tonight on ctv news: it's back, bigger and faster than ever before. How you can actually take a ride on the wild side at the upcoming georgian auto show. Stay with us. Closed captioning of this program is brought to you in part by Preszler Injury Lawyers. Injured in a car accident? The number to call is 1-800-Justice for a free consultation and our no win, no fee policy. Edgy Hard Hitting Music Hey, everyone. Paul Junior here at Paul Sadlon Chevrolet Buick gmc Cadillac. Well, it looks like spring has finally arrived. We've got the Costco member bonus in full swing, plus its truck month. Huge savings. And we have hundreds of trucks in stock. Hundreds. So come on and pick up yours. See what I did there? Finance for 0% for 60 months. And if electric vehicles are your thing, check out the Cadillac Lyriq from 349 bi weekly, 3150 down on an 18 month lease at Paul Sadlon Chevrolet Buick gmc Cadillac 550 Bayfield street In North Barrie!At Superior Home Health care.We're passiona Save up to 50% on a hot tub or swim spa at the Hot Tub & Swim Spa Blowout Expo this weekend only at the Sadlon Arena! Browse the largest display of hot tubs and swim spas in the region from 5 major brands at up to 50% off! See swim spas in action offering exercise, therapy and fun all year long. Over 30 spas will be on display and every floor model must go! Financing is available and show admission is free! That's the Hot Tub & Swim Spa Blowout Expo this weekend only at the at the Sadlon Arena in Barrie! Visit SpaExpo.com. Thats SpaExpo.com! ( ) >> Catalina: thanks for staying with us.

>>> The barrie art club celebrated its 75th anniversary this evening. >> Here we go! Start the painting now! [Cheers and Applause] >> Catalina: the club started in 1949. And has now grown to over 245 members. In honour of the special day, the club held its first-ever art place competition at the barrie curling club. 16 artists battled off in a 20-minute speed painting competition for a $500 prize. Audience members got to choose their winner by ballot. >> This year's so special because we're rolling into 75 years of successful artistic culture within the city of barrie. Are to the barrie art club it's all about community and sharing our talents with others. And that's been our history from the time that a group of people met in a small little community centre and started what we've got today. >> Catalina: next the barrie art club will hold a diverse art exhibition at the double door studios and gallery from may 25th to june 9th. >>> Start your engines. Some of the hottest vehicles will be on display at the 36th annual georgian college auto show. Whether you're if a fan of exotic hoping to learn about E.V. technology, exploring careers in the industry or just looking to have have fun with the family in the bouncy house or dirt bikes the show has it all and this year, there's more. >> The new and unique part is on sunday. We have over 50 soup her cars coming to the show which is awesome. The rotary club is actually paired up with us and they're bringing a bunch of these super car owners down to the auto show on sunday and last year we did electric porsches and it was more of an auto cross track but this year we're hoping to get a little more fun with it, side ways scare the passengers which is fun. >> Catalina: the georgian college ought show show runs from june 7th to june 9th.

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