Join us weekly via podcast or on CFRC 101.9 FM for Today in YGK. This local news program produced by the CFRC News Team features local and campus headline news, special segments, interviews, weather, sports, traffic reports and an events calendar. Have news? Reach out to news@cfrc.ca!
The July 8th 2026 edition of Today in YGK featuring headlines from Aara Macauley, weather & traffic from Jesse Bell, concerts & events from Genavieve Hinch, and the CFRC PowerPlays Sports Report.
7/8/26 • 24:56
The July 6th 2026 edition of Today in YGK featuring headlines from Aara Macauley, weather & traffic from Jesse Bell, concerts & events from Genavieve Hinch, and the CFRC PowerPlays Sports Report.
7/6/26 • 24:50
The July 1st 2026 edition of Today in YGK featuring headlines from Aara Macauley, weather & traffic from Jesse Bell, concerts & events from Genavieve Hinch, and the CFRC PowerPlays Sports Report.
7/1/26 • 17:00
The June 29th 2026 edition of Today in YGK featuring headlines from Aara Macauley, weather & traffic from Jesse Bell, concerts & events from Genavieve Hinch, and the CFRC PowerPlays Sports Report.
6/29/26 • 23:08
The June 24th 2026 edition of Today in YGK featuring headlines from Aara Macauley, weather & traffic from Jesse Bell, concerts & events from Genavieve Hinch, and the CFRC PowerPlays Sports Report.
6/24/26 • 27:48
The June 22nd 2026 edition of Today in YGK featuring headlines from Aara Macauley, weather & traffic from Jesse Bell, concerts & events from Genavieve Hinch, and the CFRC PowerPlays Sports Report.
6/22/26 • 23:01
The June 17th 2026 edition of Today in YGK featuring headlines from Aara Macauley, weather & traffic from Jesse Bell, concerts & events from Genavieve Hinch, and the CFRC PowerPlays Sports Report.
6/17/26 • 22:47
The June 10th 2026 edition of Today in YGK featuring headlines from Aara Macauley, weather & traffic from Jesse Bell, concerts & events from Genavieve Hinch, and the CFRC PowerPlays Sports Report.
6/10/26 • 25:34
The June 8th 2026 edition of Today in YGK featuring headlines from Aara Macauley, weather & traffic from Jesse Bell, concerts & events from Genavieve Hinch, and the CFRC PowerPlays Sports Report.
6/8/26 • 28:39
The June 3rd 2026 edition of Today in YGK featuring headlines from Aara Macauley, weather & traffic from Jesse Bell, concerts & events from Genavieve Hinch, and the CFRC PowerPlays Sports Report.
6/4/26 • 17:14
The June 1st 2026 edition of Today in YGK featuring headlines from Aara Macauley, weather & traffic from Jesse Bell, concerts & events from Genavieve Hinch, and the CFRC PowerPlays Sports Report.
6/1/26 • 18:34
The May 27th 2026 edition of Today in YGK featuring headlines from Aara Macauley, weather & traffic from Jesse Bell, concerts & events from Genavieve Hinch, and the CFRC PowerPlays Sports Report.
5/27/26 • 17:06
The May 25th 2026 edition of Today in YGK featuring headlines from Aara Macauley, weather & traffic from Jesse Bell, concerts & events from Genavieve Hinch, and the CFRC PowerPlays Sports Report.
5/25/26 • 24:34
The May 20th 2026 edition of Today in YGK featuring headlines from Aara Macauley, weather & traffic from Jesse Bell, concerts & events from Genavieve Hinch, and the CFRC PowerPlays Sports Report.
5/20/26 • 15:06
The May 18th 2026 edition of Today in YGK featuring headlines from Aara Macauley, weather & traffic from Jesse Bell, concerts & events from Genavieve Hinch, and the CFRC PowerPlays Sports Report.
5/18/26 • 23:53
The May 13th 2026 edition of Today in YGK.
5/14/26 • 16:41
The May 11th edition of Today in YGK begins with a story from Aara Macauley on the feasibility of using environmentally friendly alternatives to road salts. Jesse Bell looks offers a quick history on the Kingston Grenadiers youth football team ahead of their May 16th season opener. Christena Lawrie discusses the future of the addictions & treatment hub. CFRC’s Genavieve Hinch concludes the episode with the Events & Concert Calendar for the week.
5/11/26 • 24:28
Christena Lawrie reports on a Council motion aimed at strengthening oversight and accountability for organizations receiving public funds, following issues that led to the dissolution of the Kingston Area Taxi Commission. Council also approves a pilot program to provide air conditioners to vulnerable residents ahead of the summer heat, targeting low-income seniors with medical needs. Jesse Bell breaks down the results of the 2026 CFL Draft, highlighting a strong showing from Queen’s Gaels, including a second overall pick for offensive lineman Niklas Henning. Plus, your weekly weather and traffic updates, and a look at events happening around Kingston this week.
4/29/26 • 16:57
In this episode, host Christena Lawrie reports on Kingston’s Tim Hortons Smile Cookie campaign as it works to bring the Jumpstart Inclusive Playground across the funding finish line the week, while City Council debates, and ultimately rejects, the Province’s new bring-your-own-alcohol framework for public events. Jesse Bell previews the upcoming CFL Draft, highlighting top Canadian prospects and several Queen’s Gaels to watch. Plus, your weekly weather and traffic updates, and a rundown of events happening around Kingston this week.
4/27/26 • 23:10
In this episode, host Christena Lawrie sits down with Queen’s University Kinesiology and Health Studies professor Dr. Samantha King to dive into her new book, “Protein: The Making of a Nutritional Superstar”, tracing protein’s rise from a scientific concept to a marketing phenomenon, investigating how its popularity has been shaped by industry, culture, and identity. Jesse Bell provides your weather and traffic reports for the week, and Lawrie returns with some upcoming events and concerts.
4/22/26 • 27:30
In this episode, host Christena Lawrie kicks off with headlines, sitting down with Sustainable Kingston’s Executive Director to discuss the expanded 2026 Kingston Climate Summit. Henry Walker covers Queen’s campus news, including a university budget model review, scrutiny surrounding AMS governance and finances, a student’s national win at the NHL Innovation Competition, and evolving street medicine initiatives in Kingston. Jesse Bell brings the latest in sports, speaking with Queen’s women’s football veteran Claire Chow about the team’s rapid rise, championship success, and their push toward nationals. The CFRC team rounds out the show with your weekly weather and traffic outlook, followed by a roundup of upcoming events and concerts across the city.
4/20/26 • 26:12
Christena Lawrie kicks off the show with updates from City Hall, including a report to Council on a significant construction delay in the Culligan Water Park project and updates on how the City is moving forward to protect Kingston’s tree canopy. Campus reporter Henry Walker brings you the latest from Queen’s, covering student housing safety concerns, AMS scrutiny, and university finances. Jesse Bell has your sports update, highlighting the Gaels women’s flag football provincial win and national team selections in women’s rugby. CFRC’s News Team rounds out the show with your weekly weather, traffic, events, and concerts lineup.
4/15/26 • 21:31
Christena Lawrie leads with local headlines, including Queen’s medical students advocating for action on housing and homelessness in Kingston. Campus reporter Henry Walker brings you the latest from Queen’s, covering student housing safety concerns, AMS scrutiny, and university finances. Jesse Bell has your sports update, highlighting the Gaels women’s flag football provincial win and national team selections in women’s rugby. CFRC’s News Team rounds out the show with your weekly weather, traffic, events, and concerts lineup.
4/13/26 • 30:14
Host Christena Lawrie leads this episode of Today in YGK with in-depth coverage of Queen’s University medical students advocating for action on housing and homelessness, followed by your weekly weather and traffic updates with Jesse Bell, and a roundup of local events and concerts across Kingston.
4/8/26 • 27:42
In this episode, host Christena Lawrie sits down with LodgePole Arts Alliance to discuss their vision for an Indigenous-led cultural space at Lemoine Point Farm following the City’s purchase, including upcoming public consultations to shape the site’s future. Henry Walker follows with your Queen’s Campus Beat, covering an AMS deficit, student governance concerns, the closure of longtime venue The Mansion, and new research funding for cystic fibrosis. The show also features a rundown of Queen’s Athletics & Recreation Colour Awards, plus your weekly weather and traffic updates with Jesse Bell. Lawrie closes out the episode with the week’s events and concerts calendars.
4/6/26 • 24:14
Host Christena Lawrie brings you the latest from City Hall, incuding the finalization of the City’s purchase of the Lemoine Point Farm property, and Council’s response to impending changes to harm reduction resources in the city. Campus Reporter Henry Walker breaks down rising Queen’s residence fees, a shrinking university deficit, and new data on student mental health. Jesse Bell has your week ahead in weather and traffic, and Giulianna Gonsalves rounds out the show with what’s live in Kingston’s events and concert scene.
4/1/26 • 26:29
Host Christena Lawrie brings you the latest from City Hall, incuding the Adelaide Street Ahelter wind-down and Lionhearts’ laundry program extension, and Council’s push to declare student debt a municipal economic concern. Campus Reporter Henry Walker breaks down rising Queen’s residence fees, a shrinking university deficit, and new data on student mental health. Jesse Bell has your week ahead in weather and traffic, and Giulianna Gonsalves rounds out the show with what’s live in Kingston’s events and concert scene.
3/30/26 • 30:38
In this episode, host Christena Lawrie brings you the latest from City Hall, including a scaled-back plan for The Tragically Hip final concert 10th anniversary celebrations after community pushback and a new push to explore eco-friendly road salt alternatives. Henry Walker breaks down Queen’s campus updates on student mental health, budget pressures, and new research initiatives. Jesse Bell delivers your weather and traffic for the rest of the week and Giulianna Gonsalves rounds out the show with upcoming events and concert calendar across Kingston.
3/25/26 • 20:37
In this episode, host Christena Lawrie covers the rebrand of Cultivate Art Commons (formerly Modern Fuel) and what it means for the future of Kingston’s arts community. Campus reporter Henry Walker brings updates on student mental health, St. Patrick’s Day enforcement, potential timetable changes, and more. Jesse Bell delivers your weather and traffic for the week and Giulianna Gonsalves rounds out the episode with your weekly rundown of local events and concerts.
3/23/26 • 28:01
Christena Lawrie reports on new motions at City Council’s last meeting, including responses to extreme winter and summer weather conditions. Dinah Jansen sits down with Fran Harkness to preview the Great Bach Marathon, a celebration bringing together musicians of all ages to perform the works of Johann Sebastian Bach in support of local music education. Henry Walker brings the latest from Queen’s University, including the appointment of an interim AMS president, a proposed expansion of class scheduling into evenings and weekends, and ongoing discussions about student affordability. Jesse Bell delivers the week’s weather and traffic outlook, and Giulianna Gonsalves rounds out the show with concerts and events happening across Kingston.
3/18/26 • 29:33
