Today's top headlines from CBC Toronto

Good evening, these are your top stories for Thursday, June 20, 2024.
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Lawyer couple accused of stealing millions from homebuyers while law society stalled

June 20 , 2024 at 07:17:40 p.m. EDT • :

In a rash of lawsuits, Nicholas Cartel and Singa Bui are alleged to have embezzled client money that was meant to buy houses or pay down mortgages — in part by using an exploit that's arguably easier than before in routine real-estate transactions.

New 'beautiful and calming' mental health centre opens in Scarborough

June 20 , 2024 at 07:46:03 p.m. EDT • :

A new mental health centre opened in Scarborough on Thursday and officials say it will benefit tens of thousands of people.

Truck with anti-Muslim messaging registered to Rebel News Network

June 20 , 2024 at 02:44:38 p.m. EDT • :

An advertising truck that is being investigated by Toronto police, after it was spotted this week driving through the city while displaying anti-Muslim images and messages, is registered under Rebel News Network, a provincial database shows.

Judge finds no documentation to support Global News' reporting on Han Dong allegations

June 20 , 2024 at 06:17:33 p.m. EDT • :

An Ontario Superior Court judge has found no documented evidence to support allegations made against former Liberal MP Han Dong in series of Global News stories last year.

U of T site more like public park than private property: protesters

June 20 , 2024 at 08:42:59 a.m. EDT • :

Lawyers for a pro-Palestinian protest encampment at the University of Toronto say the site is "closer in character to a public park" than private property and people do not normally need permission to use it.