CTV National News for Sept. 16: Polls closed in two crucial federal byelections

Helene causes destruction across the U.S. while leaving more than 40 dead; plus, Israeli airstrike hits Hezbollah headquarters in Beirut.

Hurricane Helene has grown to a Category 4 storm as it makes landfall in Florida, sending millions seeking shelter; A day after failing to bring down the Liberals, the Conservatives presented a second motion of non-confidence; and, Wayne MacKay, a 87-year-old from N.B., is taking on basketball players a quarter of his age. 

Despite surviving a non-confidence vote by the Conservatives, the Liberals now face a political ultimatum from the Bloc Quebecois; the RCMP in Sask. are being investigated following the death of an Indigenous man; and, taking a look at the future of Canada’s oldest ice rink in a N.S. town referred to as the ‘birthplace of hockey.’

In what could be a devastating strike, costing $35M a day, B.C. grain terminal workers have hit the picket lines over hours and pay; Cineplex was hit with a fine of $39M after it was found to have participated in deceptive marketing practices; and, American musician Johnny Cash has been immortalized through an 8-foot tall bronze statue in the U.S. Capitol. 

Michael Kovrig speaks out for the first time about the grueling 1,019 days he spent in a Chinese prison; and intense fighting between Israel and Hezbollah brings the deadliest attack in Lebanon since 2006.

Disturbing allegations dating back to 35 years are emerging against the late businessman Mohamed Al-Fayed; and several Hezbollah leaders were killed by Israel after heavy air strikes in Lebanon.

Late billionaire and former Harrods owner Mohamed Al-Fayed accused of sexual assault and rape; and sparks fly in the House of Commons.

The Conservatives' intense move to topple the Liberals comes to a halt at the hands of the Bloc Quebecois; and renewed concern for the safety of Canadian leaders.

Music mogul Sean 'Diddy' Combs charged with running an empire of sex crimes; and Liberals lose another longtime red seat in byelection.

Parliament returned in the House as the Conservatives push for a carbon tax election; and new changes to mortgage rules in Canada.