The Wrap: AI in courts, Dancing Gabe’s future, and high-flying drones at The Forks

Good evening. Here’s a look at what our newsroom has been working on today:

Manitoba’s court system is grappling with the use of artificial intelligence. Court of King’s Bench Chief Justice Glenn Joyal has issued a practice direction requiring disclosure when AI is used in court submissions. Reporter Danielle Da Silva talks to Joyal and others in the justice system about the use of these tools.

Gabriel Langlois is a celebrity in Winnipeg, well-known for his dance moves at professional sports games. His sister, Claudette, is worried about what will happen to “Dancing Gabe” if family members are no longer able to care for him. A local radio show has launched a campaign to raise funds for his long-term support — and the fundraiser is shining a light on the struggles faced by many Manitobans with intellectual disabilities and their caregivers.

And: What are your plans for Canada Day? Eva Wasney looks at ways Winnipeg will mark July 1, including a synchronized dance by 100 drones high in the night sky over The Forks.

'We have to be open-minded and humble'

Danielle Da Silva:

Manitoba lawyers ordered to disclose use of AI in submissions

Manitoba attorneys and self-represented litigants are now required to disclose the use of artificial intelligence in submissions prepared for the Court of King’s Bench. Chief Justice Glenn Joyal is... Read More

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'If something happens to me, what’s going to happen to him?'

Chris Kitching:

Dancing Gabe’s future care buoyed by radio fundraiser

When Angelina Langlois was battling cancer, one of her biggest worries was the future of her son Gabriel and who would care for him when she was no longer around. Her daughter, Claudette Langlois, ... Read More

'We’re really excited to try something new'

Eva Wasney:

Dancing drones to cap off Canada Day night show

Show inspired by Indigenous star lore Read More

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Local

Free Press staff: Man accused of extortion in Winnipeg arrested in Toronto

Chris Kitching: Two arrested after U.S. charter bus set on fire near Goldeyes ball park

Morgan Modjeski: Coming up roses: City gardeners put ‘petal’ to the metal every spring to help Winnipeg blossom

Nicole Buffie: Parole board cites failed drug test, risk of violence in denying killer’s bid for full parole

Malak Abas: Communication key to future city projects, says chief construction officer

Morgan Modjeski: Shelter’s food bank seeks donations ahead of reopening

Tessa Adamski: Brandon works on tourism strategy

Erik Pindera and Tyler Searle: Nearly 30 Manitobans accused in province’s largest drug seizure

Maggie Macintosh: Louis Riel division hires province’s first Indigenous woman superintendent

Erik Pindera: Winnipeg police get behind Ottawa’s ‘lawful access’ bill

Opinion

Charles S. Shaver: Build new pipelines entirely within Canada

Robert Milan: The best hockey I knew was the first

Fortunato Lim: Asian Heritage Month: more than a celebration

Gwynne Dyer: Is demographic collapse a good idea?

Dan Lett: Premier has everyone’s attention on and about social media; now it’s time for some careful thought

Editorial: Rebuilding trust in a police force

Alan H. Menkis: The ER is not the problem, it’s just where the problem lands

Kate Sjoberg: Designated encampments are a poor solution

Ben Sigurdson: Summer drinks, sweater weather

Jen Zoratti: Yes, thinking critically really is that deep

Arts & Life

Conrad Sweatman: RMTC's Rubaboo: A Métis Cabaret is a musical mélange of jazz, folk, roots

Ben Waldman: Subvert music service prioritizing art over artificial intelligence

Conrad Sweatman: Tribute to composer Ron Paley pays homage to local jazz leader who’s never wavered

Maureen Scurfield: Don’t give your scheming sis a miss forever

Georgia Nicols: Today’s horoscope

Free Press: What’s up: Food Truck Battles; murder mystery; U of M School of Art; David Essig; pro wrestling

Lindsey Bahr, The Associated Press: Summer Movie Guide 2026: Here’s what’s coming to theaters and streaming from May to August

Mark Kennedy, The Associated Press: Stephen Colbert’s long goodbye is coming to an end, leaving a void

Randall King: Made-in-Manitoba action flick Normal tips its hat to neo-westerns

Maureen Scurfield: Don’t be shamed getting back into the game

Sports

Joshua Frey-Sam: Infielder Matsubara playing big role in UBC’s historic run

The Canadian Press: Arbitrator awards former CFL player Arland Bruce III $25,000 in damages over concussion

Taylor Allen: Bombers’ Hallett back with a chip on his shoulder

Mike McIntyre: Goldeyes roster a reflection of baseball’s global impact

Lisa Wallace, The Canadian Press: Clark succeeding in shutdown role for Charge as Ottawa looks to even PWHL final

Daniel Rainbird, The Canadian Press: Five things to know as Canadiens, Hurricanes face off in Eastern Conference final

Cassidy Dankochik: Niverville Nighthawks defeat Summerside Western Capitals 4-1 to take Centennial Cup

Mike McIntyre: Goldeyes smoked in home opener

Taylor Allen: Jackson Tachinski back in Bomberville as pass catcher

Stephen Whyno, The Associated Press: NHL denies Golden Knights’ appeal to get draft-pick punishment reduced, AP sources say

Business

Christopher Reynolds, The Canadian Press: ‘It’s insane’: Summer gas prices could hit record highs, upending budgets and travel

Ritika Dubey, The Canadian Press: Liquidation grocery stores are booming as appetite for food deals soars

Dee-ann Durbin, The Associated Press: Uber moves toward becoming an ‘everything app’ with hotel bookings powered by Expedia

Bernard Condon, The Associated Press: SpaceX reveals plans for what could be the biggest-ever initial public offering

Gabrielle Piché: Optimism greets Manitoba’s India trade office proposal

Aaron Epp: Founder of privately owned medical device giant Arthrex Inc. to receive IDEA honours at Winnipeg gala

Sammy Hudes, The Canadian Press: TSX rises more than 400 points in Wednesday trading, U.S. markets also up

Christopher Reynolds, The Canadian Press: Wave of rail mergers ‘inevitable’ if takeover bid approved, says CPKC chief exec

Malak Abas: ‘Give us a chance, test us’: National Bank seeks local spotlight

Gabrielle Piché: Only unions consulted about jobs deal for provincial builds: industry

Canada and World

Brenna Owen, The Canadian Press: Gunshots ring out at B.C. ostrich farm as cull moves ahead

Nojoud Al Mallees, The Canadian Press: Canada reports fastest population growth in history in third quarter of 2023

The Canadian Press: Canadian judokas Gauthier-Drapeau, Reyes win bronze at Tokyo Grand Slam

Sammy Hudes, The Canadian Press: Sweeping tariffs could be 3% hit to Canadian economy, even with carve-outs: report

Charlotte Kramon And Jeff Martin, The Associated Press: Shooter attacked CDC headquarters to protest COVID-19 vaccines

Matthew Scace, The Canadian Press: Canadian ice climbers bring thriving, nascent sport to world championship in Edmonton

The Canadian Press: Woman faces more charges in Taylor Swift ticket scam, 2nd person charged: police

Steve Lambert, The Canadian Press: Heightened security for Manitoba politicians appears to be a sign of the times

Giada Zampano And Sylvia Hui, The Associated Press: Thousands join pro-Palestinian rallies around the globe as Oct. 7 anniversary nears

The Canadian Press: Emir of Qatar to visit Ottawa on what will be his first official trip to Canada

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