Single game sports betting a step closer to reality in Canada
Saskatoon-Grasswood MP Kevin Waugh introduced ‘Bill C-218 —The Safe and Regulated Sports Betting Act’ a year ago. It has the support of the NHL and CFL. Since then, the bill has progressed a legislative step after passing a unanimous vote. Waugh joined Gord Steinke to talk about how the passing of the bill would re-engage...
Global News at 5 Edmonton
Apr 7, 2021
Angry Bernie Sanders supporters join others in protests outside DNC
Bernie Sanders loyalists and Green Party Presidential Candidate Jill Stein held a protest on Tuesday outside the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia.
World
Jul 27, 2016
China disputes Mélanie Joly’s characterization of Asian nation, says comments ‘contravene the facts’
China’s foreign ministry said on Thursday it had lodged “stern representations” against Canada, following Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly’s description of the Asian nation as an “increasingly disruptive, global power.” Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Zhao Lijian said her China-related remarks “contravene the facts, are filled with ideological bias, and shamelessly interfere in the internal affairs of...
Canada
Nov 10, 2022
Winnipeg father outraged after son living with schizophrenia put in jail due to bed shortage
Blood stains on the ceiling and broken glass remind Aziz Mohammed of the night his 21-year-old son nearly killed him. Mohammed’s son Donovan has been diagnosed with schizophrenia but he decided to stop taking his medication. During an episode in December 2016, he attacked his father with a crowbar. Global’s Talia Ricci reports.
Global News at 6 Winnipeg
Mar 7, 2017
Democrats react to passing of bill that repeals Obamacare
Democratic Whip Steny Hoyer reacts to a bill passing in the House of Representatives that will repeal and replace Obamacare.
Health
May 4, 2017
Dr. Jill Stein says she’s taking Pennsylvania recount fight to federal court
On Monday, Green Party presidential nominee Dr. Jill Stein said she is escalating the fight to have a recount in Pennsylvania to the federal court to ask for officials to support and stand up for voters’ constitutional rights.
Politics
Dec 5, 2016
Voters need to trust the political system, says Dr. Jill Stein on Pennsylvania recount
Green Party presidential nominee Dr. Jill Stein told the media on Monday that the price of Americans’ democracy keeps being raised in order for a recount to take place. Stein said the recount is to affirm fairness and trust in the voting system.
Politics
Dec 5, 2016
Former Alberta energy minister weighs in on oil production cut
Premier Rachel Notley has given orders to direct oil producers to begin backing off on oil production by 8.7 per cent in the new year. The move has the support of former Alberta energy minister Ron Liepert. The now MP for Calgary Signal Hill joins Gord Steinke from Ottawa to explain why he the thinks...
Global News at 5 Edmonton
Dec 3, 2018
Global News at 5 Edmonton: June 26
The Tuesday, June 26, 2018 edition of Global News at 5 Edmonton with Jennifer Crosby filling in for Gord Steinke.
Global News at 5 Edmonton
Jun 26, 2018
Global National: Feb. 26
The Ukrainian government says at least 200 people have been killed on its soil during the invasion by Russia. Crystal Goomansingh is in Poland with more on the ongoing developments. Amid the siege on the Ukrainian capital, residents of Kyiv remain under a curfew as battles continue between Ukrainian and Russian forces. The Associated Press’...
Global National
Feb 26, 2022
NDP MP Linda Duncan talks about rail safety concerns
Linda Duncan, the federal NDP transport critic, unveiled plans Wednesday to introduce a bill aimed at improving safety regulations for shipping oil and gas by rail across Canada. She sat down with Gord Steinke to speak about her concerns on Thursday.
Global News at 5 Edmonton
Aug 4, 2016
Derek Jones steps up to fill void left by Billy Ray Cyrus at Big Valley Jamboree
Billy Ray Cyrus had to cancel his Big Valley Jamboree performance at the last minute due to mechanical problems with his plane. His friend and fellow country singer Derek Jones filled the spot in the lineup and joined Gord Steinke live to talk about the sudden change.
Global News at 5 Edmonton
Aug 3, 2018
Tyler Smith’s Movember mission
Humboldt Bronco Tyler Smith is taking part in Movember for his third year, but this time he’s the face of the campaign. He’s opening up about his personal struggles following the crash the killed 16 of his coaches and teammates. Tyler and his brother Graydon sat down with Gord Steinke for an interview.
Global News at 5 Edmonton
Nov 28, 2019
Are the Edmonton Oilers mentally tough?
Dr. Bill Hanson, a psychologist and professor at the University of Alberta, sits down to chat with Global’s Gord Steinke to assess the Edmonton Oilers’ mental toughness.
Global News at 5 Edmonton
Feb 6, 2020
Morinville to get abused women’s shelter thanks to fundraising efforts
After years of fundraising, Morinville is getting a safe house for abused women. The fundraising campaign was spurred on by the 2009 murder of Morinville mother Jessica Martel, who was killed in front of her three children by her common-law husband. Gord Steinke spoke with Martel’s mother and a representative of the Jessica Martel Memorial...
Global News at 5 Edmonton
Oct 27, 2016
Providing assistance to front line responders
Fri, Jul 18 – There are more calls for an investigation into a rash of suicides among front line responders, after more than 12 people across Canada killed themselves over the past 10 weeks. But there is hope for those suffering from PTSD. Gord Steinke speaks with Deanna Lennox, who founded War Horse Awareness Foundation,...
Health
Jul 18, 2014
Brad Pitt wanted to ‘kill’ Harvey Weinstein, says Gwyneth Paltrow
During an interview with Howard Stern on his radio show, actress Gwyneth Paltrow said that her then boyfriend, Brad Pitt, wanted to “kill” Harvey Weinstein when she told Pitt of an alleged harassment incident in a hotel room.
Entertainment
May 24, 2018
Global News at 5 Edmonton: Sept. 15
The Friday, Sept. 15, 2017 edition of Global News at 5 Edmonton. Nancy Carlson fills in as Gord Steinke takes us On The Road at the Kaleido Festival.
Global News at 5 Edmonton
Sep 15, 2017
Dr. Jill Stein says vote recount is to make sure ‘every vote counts’
Green Party presidential nominee Dr. Jill Stein said Monday that a recount in Pennsylvania following the surprising win of Donald Trump is to make sure the process was “secure, fair and just.” Stein went on to say having a trustworthy election is “the promise of democracy and justice for all.”
Politics
Dec 5, 2016
1st domestic shelter in Morinville honours victim of violence
Jessie’s House, a safe house for victims of domestic violence, is being built in Morinville. It’s named after Jessica Martel, who was killed 10 years ago while attempting to flee an abusive relationship. Her mom, Lynne Rosychuk, and community engagement coordinator, Teena Hughson, join Gord Steinke.
Global News at 5 Edmonton
Sep 19, 2019