Michael King
Digital Journalist
Born and raised in Calgary, Michael King joined Global Calgary as a digital journalist in June 2018.
Graduating from the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology’s Broadcast News program with honours, he started out in radio as an anchor and reporter before making the move to television.
He focuses on reporting stories that affect the community, covering a wide range of topics including politics, court, sports and issues-based stories.
Michael has a background in sales and management, working with Canada’s largest telecom providers before going back to school for broadcasting.
In his spare time, he enjoys following some of the more obscure sports such as darts, cycling and curling. His days off are spent cooking, barbecuing and taking day trips to B.C.
Video Archives
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One person dead after crash in northwest Calgary
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Kalix Legacy Foundation honours murdered teen’s dream of helping others
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Forest Lawn house fire forces 6 people from home
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Fatal stabbing in downtown Calgary leaves one dead and two arrested
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Alberta election: Party leaders take advantage of advance polls on opening day
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WestJet and pilots union strike averted, but airline faces recovery challenges
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WestJet and its pilots reach last-minute deal to avoid strike
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WestJet begins flight cancellations ahead of strike deadline
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WestJet starts cancelling flights as pilot strike deadline approaches
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Alberta wildfires: Special air quality statement issued as smoke covers Calgary
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Calgary Police Chief Mark Neufeld to remain for three years
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City of Calgary opens reception centre for those displaced by Alberta wildfires
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Calgary police investigate shooting in Cornerstone
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City committee addresses heat-related risks in Calgary
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Voting options for 2023 Alberta Election
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Flair Airline launches new base in Calgary
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Danielle Smith, Rachel Notley make their pitches as Alberta election kicks off
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Some patios will have to wait to open as road work ramps up on 17th Avenue
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Timing of Calgary event centre deal comes with political implications
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Alberta Federation of Labour says strikes, unrest is ‘just a start’
Author Archives
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Alert warning of 4 ‘armed and dangerous’ people ended near Rocky Mountain HouseRCMP issued an emergency alert for a few hours on Monday, warning people on the Sunchild and O'Chiese First Nations that four armed and dangerous individuals were in the area.CrimeMay 8
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91-year-old Calgarian fulfills lifelong dream of taking to the skiesMargaret Hitchcock crossed a big item off her bucket list on Tuesday when WestJet gave the 91-year-old aviation enthusiast a spin in the airline's full-motion simulator.CanadaApr 18
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Man in hospital after truck crashes into Ogden homeCalgary police said a truck crashed into a southeast home around 1:36 a.m. Friday. A man was taken to hospital with serious injuries.TrafficJan 6
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Canadian representation at Darts World Championship sparks hope for future of sportWith three Canadians going to the Darts World Championship, Canada is well represented. But the sport that once had thousands playing across the country is struggling.SportsDec 18, 2022
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Calgary city councillors looking at options to crack down on catalytic converter theftsA growing number of catalytic converter thefts in Calgary has prompted several city councillors to try and find ways to deter the thieves.PoliticsDec 14, 2022
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Party on! Calgary event staff see the return of corporate Christmas partiesVendors and banquet halls across Calgary say 2022 is quickly becoming one of their busiest years yet as companies return to in-person holiday parties.HealthNov 19, 2022
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Calgary volunteers add final touches to Field of Crosses during Night of LightsStaff and students from St. Mary's University placed lit candles at the base of every one of the 3,620 markers that make up Calgary's Field of Crosses Thursday night.CanadaNov 11, 2022
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After nearly a decade without a raise, Alberta disability workers asking for 25% pay hikeA report from Alberta Council of Disability Services shows workers on average have not seen a wage increase since 2014. A petition is calling on the province to increase funding.HealthNov 4, 2022
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One man dead after assault in northeast Calgary, woman chargedWhen Calgary police officers arrived, they found a severely injured man and despite life-saving measures, he died at the scene.CrimeOct 23, 2022
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Calgary Archery Centre set to close after more than 20 years in businessThe Calgary Archery Centre is set to close its doors in November after its lease wasn't renewed.ConsumerSep 15, 2022
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Skin deep: Calgary hobbyist paleontologist finds fossil complete with skinA Calgary hobbyist paleontologist has helped uncover a hadrosaur fossil complete with skin in Dinosaur Provincial Park in Alberta.FeaturesSep 1, 2022
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Man shot by Calgary Police in southeast community of Radisson HeightsA man is in hospital in critical condition Friday night after being shot by a Calgary Police officer.CrimeAug 6, 2022
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Calgary family grapples with aftermath of Evanston house fireCalgary firefighters are still unsure what first ignited to cause the blaze, leaving another question for a family who lost everything in the fire.FireJun 10, 2022
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Airdrie man sentenced to 12 years in prison for 2nd-degree murder of Kalix LangenauLangenau's family said the 12-year eligibility for parole is cold comfort for losing their son, but thanked RCMP and Crown prosecutors.CrimeMay 26, 2022
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Sports betting front and centre during NHL playoffsMany fans of the NHL have noticed a rise in the number of gambling ads during the post-season. This has some addiction experts concerned it could cause a rise in problem gambling.SportsMay 23, 2022
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Calgary police investigate drunk driving as factor in morning head-on collisionAn early morning crash on Sunday has sent two people to hospital and forced Calgary Police to shut down roads in northwest Calgary.CrimeApr 17, 2022
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Church bells ring across Calgary to show support for UkraineDioceses from across Alberta came together on Friday to hold prayers and ring church bells, calling for peace in Ukraine while showing support for those in need.CanadaMar 18, 2022
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Canadian Cold War fighter pilot reflects on past, current war in UkraineAs the war in Ukraine enters its third week, those who fought in the same region decades before are watching on, reminded of Canada’s contributions to the Cold War.CanadaMar 11, 2022
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Calgary’s Bow Valley College unveils new facility focused on visual effectsBow Valley College officially opened the Centre for Entertainment Arts on Friday and those in the video game industry say it will help bring more projects to Alberta.EconomyMar 4, 2022
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333 Afghan refugees arrive in Calgary, 1,800 more expected by JuneA flight carrying 333 Afghan refugees landed in Calgary on Thursday. As Michael King reports, those who escaped Afghanistan will now look to rebuild their lives in Calgary.WorldFeb 24, 2022
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Calgary relaunches no-cost spay and neuter program to help deal with stray catsCalgary's Animal Service Centre is once again accepting applications for its free spay and neuter program. Surgeries will start Mar. 1.CanadaFeb 18, 2022
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Calgary airport workers vote to strike after rejecting offer from Airport Terminal ServicesThe International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers announced on Thursday that employees working for Airport Terminal Services in Calgary had voted to strike.ConsumerFeb 11, 2022
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Calgary teen with Down syndrome launches pop-up western wear shopWyatt Smuszko,16, has been thrifting and collecting donations of used western wear with a plan to open a pop-up shop in Calgary ahead of the Stampede.CanadaJan 28, 2022
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Calgarians mark International Holocaust Remembrance DayThe Calgary Jewish Federation aims to educate people on the 77th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz.CanadaJan 27, 2022
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Airdrie boy with broken leg rushed to hospital in fire truck because no ambulances availableAn Alberta mother is raising concerns after her son broke his leg and had to be taken to hospital in a fire truck because no ambulances were available.HealthJan 21, 2022