5 Things You Need To Know For January 14, 2026

January 14, 2026 5:55 am Published by Chris McLeod

January 14th is the 14th day of the year. There are 351 days remaining until the end of the year.

It’s Movie Night at the Capitol Theatre. Stop by tonight at 7 p.m. to see Labyrinth. Admission is $7 or flash your movie pass for entry. Check here for more info.

New numbers show homelessness in Ontario is getting worse. In 2025, about 85,000 people experienced homelessness, up nearly 8% from the year before. More than half of them have been without stable housing for six months or longer, and roughly 20,000 are children and youth. The report also highlights nearly 2,000 encampments across the province, with northern and rural regions seeing the biggest increases. Experts say without major investment in affordable and supportive housing, the crisis could continue to grow — potentially more than doubling by 2035. Officials are urging governments and communities to act now to prevent the situation from worsening.

The Detroit Auto Show opens today for the media. The public show opens on Saturday. The auto show is an annual event with roots going back over a century, originally starting in 1907 and becoming the international show in 1989. Held this year at downtown Detroit’s Huntington Place, formally known as Cobo Hall. The public shows run from Saturday to Sunday, January 25th, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. The show features the latest cars, trucks, electric vehicles, and concept designs from manufacturers around the world, highlighting where the industry is heading next. For info and more click here.

McDonald’s Canada is freezing prices for a full year. McDonald’s says it’s all about helping Canadians keep more money in their pockets. A small McCafé coffee stays just $1, and McValue meals remain $5, including combos and breakfast items. The deal is good at all McDonald’s restaurants for dine-in and drive-thru, but not delivery. McDonald’s announced Tuesday that it’s making a one-year price promise to lock in those prices.

Comedian Trevor Noah will host music’s biggest night one more time. Noah was announced as the host for the Grammy Awards on Tuesday for the sixth and final time. He’ll also serve as executive producer for the live broadcast on CBS. Noah has hosted the Grammys since 2021. The Recording Academy says his final turn as host will bring his signature humor, sharp commentary, and memorable moments to the 68th annual show on February 1st.