Parts of the GTA could be in for a brief blast of winter weather and the trial for two men accused of murdering Tim Bosma begins today. Here is some news you can use for Monday, Jan. 18, 2016: 

Weather:

A special weather statement has been issued for parts of the GTA ahead of possible snow squalls in the region.

Headlines:

  • The trial for two men accused of murdering Tim Bosma beings today in Hamilton with jury selection.
  • It appears celebrity businessman Kevin O’Leary could give Conservative Party leadership hopefuls a run for their money if he decides to enter the race, a new poll suggests.
  • Ontario Provincial Police are searching for suspects wanted in connection with an armed robbery at a Caledon gas station.

Events:

  • The Toronto Design Offsite Festival (TO DO) begins today and runs until Jan. 24. The annual festival features storefront displays, exhibitions, installations in Toronto galleries and designer lectures and workshops.
  • The Maple Blues Awards will be held tonight at Koerner Hall, located at 273 Bloor Street W. The event celebrates Canadian blues music and musicians from across the country.

Sports:

The Raptors are taking on the Nets tonight at the Air Canada Centre at 7:30 p.m.