Payton Zillich

Digital Broadcast Journalist

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• Political analyst reacts to Canada’s tariff deal with China

  Global News spoke with political analyst Ken Coates to get more details on what the new trade agreement between China and Canada means for the country.

  Canada

  Jan 17
• Father-daughter team skis across Saskatchewan, goal to complete Western Canada

  A father and daughter from B.C. proved the prairies are anything but flat. In their goal to ski all of Western Canada, the pair visited 11 Saskatchewan hills in 10 days.

  Canada

  Jan 11
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• Identity of RUH altercation patient revealed

  Global News has learned that the patient who died after an altercation with security at Saskatoon hospital is a prominent Métis man from Prince Albert.

  Crime

  Jan 10
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• 1 patient dead after altercation at Royal University Hospital in Saskatoon

  Police are investigating the death of a patient at Royal University Hospital in Saskatoon after an altercation with security on Friday morning.

  Crime

  Jan 9
• Day one of Saskatoon’s BRIT youth basketball tournament tips off

  The gym was packed at Bedford Road Collegiate for day one of BRIT on Thursday. Global News was courtside as home team Bedford Road Redhawk's took on the Dakota Lancers of Winnipeg.

  Sports

  Jan 8
• Basketball players prepare for 56th BRIT tournament in Saskatoon

  As Saskatoon basketball fans and players prepare for the return of BRIT, Payton Zillich takes us to the court to get more details on the tournament.

  Sports

  Jan 7
• Saskatchewan lowers age eligibility for breast cancer screenings

  The Saskatchewan government is making changes to breast cancer screening eligibility requirements. The move is expected to help save the lives of countless women in the province.

  Health

  Jan 4
• Darcy Kuemper to represent Saskatchewan at the Winter Olympics

  As Team Canada heads to the 2026 Winter Olympics, cheers from the Prairies will be heard all the way in Italy as Saskatchewan's Darcy Kuemper makes his Olympic debut.

  Sports

  Jan 3
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• Kids ring in the new year early at Saskatoon’s Nutrien Wonderhub

  The New Year's Eve party started early for the kids in Saskatoon as they rung in the new year at noon while sharing what they are hoping to achieve in 2026.

  Entertainment

  Dec 31, 2025
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• Saskatchewan pitcher gets a shot at the big leagues

  Despite the cold winter weather outside, one Saskatchewan pitcher, Garrett Hawkins, is hoping to bring the heat to the big leagues come spring.

  Sports

  Dec 30, 2025
• Saskatchewan man puts the ‘fun’ in funeral

  How did you get creative during the COVID-19 pandemic? One Saskatchewan man invented a game that brings light to a sensitive subject.

  Features

  Nov 23, 2025
• Saskatchewan Party to address rebuilding in major cities at biennial convention

  This weekend the Saskatchewan Party will be hosting its biennial convention and there is plenty at stake with Premier Scott Moe's leadership up for review.

  Politics

  Nov 8, 2025
• Saskatchewan throne speech focuses on economy, health care

  Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe delivered his throne speech Wednesday focusing on economy, safety and healthcare to kick off the party's fall session.

  Politics

  Oct 22, 2025
• Saskatchewan groups step up to help the homeless this fall

  For the homeless, fall and winter can quickly turn into a dangerous time to live on the streets. To combat this, local groups are working hard to keep everyone warm.

  Oct 21, 2025
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• Lost Torquay parrot found after a month missing

  A parrot was found 500 kilometres from its home after it went missing for a month. From Torquay to Prince Albert, Bleu the parrot had one long vacation.

  Canada

  Oct 14, 2025
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• Saskatoon priest receives 8-month prison sentence after sexual assault conviction

  Saskatoon priest Janko Kolosnjaji sentenced to eight months in prison after sexually assaulting a minor in March 2023 at St. George Ukrainian Catholic church.

  Crime

  Oct 9, 2025
• Sentencing for former Christian Academy director delayed until November

  The former director of a Saskatoon Christian school expected to be sentenced today. He will have to wait a little longer to hear his fate.

  Crime

  Oct 8, 2025
• Gallagher manslaughter trial continues for 2nd day at Court of King’s Bench

  In day two of the final criminal trial stemming from the death of a Saskatoon mother, jury hears a detailed confession on what is believed to have happened the night she died.

  Crime

  Oct 7, 2025
• Final Gallagher trial begins at Court of King’s Bench

  The trial for the final suspect accused in the death of Megan Gallagher has begun on Saskatoon. The accused pleading not guilty to all three of his charges.

  Crime

  Oct 6, 2025
• Saskatchewan Health Authority responds to Royal University Hospital overcrowding

  After Global News reported on growing concerns of the conditions at Royal University Hospital, the Saskatchewan Health Authority clarifies the sudden spike in patients.

  Health

  Oct 2, 2025
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• Overloaded hallways reported at Saskatoon’s Royal University Hospital

  RUH patients are taking to social media to show just how bad it has gotten, sharing videos of overcrowded hallways filled with beds.

  Health

  Oct 1, 2025
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• Thousands gather at Wanuskewin for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

  Saskatchewan residents gathered at Wanuskewin to learn more about the history behind the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

  Canada

  Oct 1, 2025
• Saskatoon marks National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

  People across Saskatchewan are making the fifth National Day for Truth and Reconciliation with ceremonies honoring survivors and those who never made it home.

  Canada

  Oct 1, 2025
• University of Saskatchewan using quantum computers to prevent pandemics

  University of Saskatchewan researchers are thinking outside of the box to turn the prairies into a powerhouse for vaccine research.

  Science

  Sep 16, 2025
• Saskatchewan family demands action after 2-year-long murder investigation

  One Saskatoon family is demanding action from the Saskatoon Police Service for not making any arrests in the two years since the death of their brother.

  Crime

  Sep 15, 2025