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Woman airlifted by STARS after Alberta ATV crash, man faces impaired charges
RCMP believe alcohol may have been a factor in an ATV crash near Lac La Biche that sent a 23-year-old woman to hospital. Continue reading
High Level wildfire grows to nearly 80,000 hectares
The out-of-control wildfire that forced the evacuation of High Level, Alta., on Monday is currently listed as a Level 6, the most severe, given how active it is. Continue reading
Dog park safety risks on social media not confirmed: Edmonton officials
Despite a number of social media posts warning pet owners of various dangers at Edmonton dog parks, the city said none of the allegations have been confirmed and parks remain open. Continue reading
Edmonton bus driver praised for helping elderly passenger with groceries
Fellow passengers are describing it as the best 10 minutes they’ve ever spent waiting for a bus. Continue reading
Travis Vader’s appeal for a new trial dismissed
The man convicted in the deaths of St. Albert couple Lyle and Marie McCann has had his request for a new trial denied. Continue reading
Colton Steinhauer found guilty of 2 counts of 1st-degree murder in fatal Mac’s robberies
Colton Steinhauer, one of the three people charged in the deaths of two Mac’s convenience store clerks, was found guilty Friday of two counts of first-degree murder. Continue reading
Goose family nesting at Edmonton hospital garden welcomes 6 goslings
On May 16, six goslings hatched at the Ted and Lois Hole Healing Garden in the Robbins Pavilion. Continue reading
Canine bulletproof vest with intruder camera added to Edmonton police arsenal
Canine members of the Edmonton Police Service will now be donning ballistic vests fitted with intruder cameras, thanks to the police foundation. Continue reading
Alberta-made website uses AI to scan your recyclable bottles and estimate worth
Corral also gives you the option of putting your recyclables up for sale to the highest bidder or donate your bottles to a charity. Continue reading
Student-led walkout across Alberta Friday opposing government’s GSA rules
A student-led initiative saw young people across Alberta walk out of schools Friday morning, showing opposition to the new UCP government’s stance on gay-straight alliances. Continue reading
18-year-old suspect was shot in shoulder by Edmonton police: ASIRT
“Failing to comply, the man moved into the driver’s seat and put the truck in motion,” ASIRT said, adding he hit two police vehicles. Continue reading
‘Our actions caused pain’: Edmonton police chief apologizes to LGBTQ2 community on behalf of EPS
McFee promised to stand against homophobia, transphobia and any other kind of marginalization or disrespect. He also announced two immediate actions being taken by EPS. Continue reading
Semi-truck rollover, spilled lumber partially closes Highway 16 west of Edmonton
RCMP in Spruce Grove are warning drivers that traffic on Highway 16 west of Edmonton will be slow Wednesday during rush hour due to a rollover. Continue reading
Edmonton hospital uses iPads to keep parents and babies close in NICU
Misericordia Hospital has a pilot project that uses customized iPads to keep parents in contact with their newborn babies even if they can’t be in the same room. Continue reading
2.6% property tax increase passed by Edmonton city council
Edmonton councillors finalized and passed the annual budget Tuesday, confirming property owners will see a 2.6 per cent tax increase to cover costs. Continue reading