Payton Zillich

Digital Broadcast Journalist

Author Archives

• Saskatchewan skies: Catching the Orionid meteor shower

  If you're in the Prairies, you may want to look up in the sky tonight, as an Orionid meteor shower could be visible after midnight.

  Science

  Oct 21
• A place to heal: Eating disorder recovery in Saskatchewan

  While many Canadians struggle in silence when it comes to eating disorders, one Saskatchewan recovery centre is using unique tools to help people manage it.

  Health

  Oct 20
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• USASK announces new collaboration to boost local semiconductor industry

  From making phone calls to microwaving dinner, microchips power daily life, and a new UofS collaboration will now allow these microchips to be built in Saskatchewan.

  Tech

  Oct 14
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• USask professor recognized for pediatric stem cell research

  Big strides in children's healthcare as USask's Dr. Tyler Wenzel is awarded for rethinking treatments for rare pediatric diseases.

  Health

  Oct 7
• Keeping the Cree language alive in Saskatchewan

  With language being stripped away from students during residential schools, people are now left finding new ways to keep the Cree and Dene language alive.

  Education

  Oct 2
• Saskatoon councillor pushes for rules on graphic anti-abortion flyers

  Following complaints over an anti-abortion group, one Saskatoon city councillor is pushing to research regulations for distributing graphic flyers.

  Health

  Sep 11
• How content creators are boosting Saskatchewan tourism

  From food to travel, online creators are becoming a key way for tourism organizations to reach potential visitors, and Saskatchewan tourism groups are jumping on the trend.

  Lifestyle

  Aug 22
• Saskatoon woman volunteers to clean benches downtown

  While downtown businesses advocate removing dirty benches, one Saskatoon volunteer spends her free time caring for them for the whole community.

  Environment

  Aug 14
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• Changes coming to dangerous intersection in Saskatoon

  The City of Saskatoon is changing a dangerous intersection along Idylwyld Drive and 71st Street following another serious crash during a busy construction season.

  Traffic

  Aug 7
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• An inside look at Calgary’s Saskatchewan-themed pub

  For more than 20 years, this Calgary eatery has been bringing a taste of Saskatchewan to the city and celebrating a love of the Roughriders.

  Canada

  Aug 4
• Flipping the script: USask research focuses on therapy dog’s perspective

  At the Pawsitive Connections Lab at the University of Saskatchewan, Dr. Colleen Dell is flipping the script and uncovering how dogs feel while performing their therapy tasks.

  Education

  Aug 2
• Leveling Up: How Mistik Studios is putting Indigenous culture on the gaming map

  Saskatchewan’s new Mistik Studios is giving a sneak peek of its very first project, aiming to bring Indigenous culture to the global gaming stage.

  Entertainment

  Jul 17
• Discovering Saskatoon’s hidden war museum

  It's been a gathering place for veterans and the community for nearly a century. Tucked away in its basement is a room filled with a treasure trove of history.

  Canada

  Jun 29
• Preparing pets for emergency wildfire evacuations

  June marks National Pet Preparedness Month across Canada. With wildfire season here, experts are sharing tips on how to keep your furry friends safe this summer.

  Fire

  Jun 25
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• How Saskatoon’s Rock Your Roots is shaping the next generation

  As the next generation gathers for National Indigenous Peoples Day, Rock Your Roots hosted thousands of kids to help shape the future of reconciliation in Saskatoon.

  Features

  Jun 19
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• Saskatoon celebrates 50th Annual Civic Pancake Breakfast

  The smell of pancakes filled Saskatoon for the 50th annual Civic Pancake Breakfast. Hundreds enjoyed flapjacks, with proceeds supporting Saskatoon United Way.

  Features

  Jun 18
• Using cultural connection to quit smoking across the Prairies

  While quitting smoking can feel like an uphill battle, an Indigenous-led program is helping by providing a hands-on approach to reducing commercial tobacco use.

  Health

  Jun 10
• Saskatoon shoppers turning to second-hand swaps in greater numbers

  As the cost of living continues to rise, more people are ditching traditional stores and malls to turn to thrifting for the latest fashions.

  Consumer

  Jun 5
• Denare Beach resident reflects on 1-year anniversary of devastating wildfire

  As wildfire season returns to Saskatchewan, communities are healing from last summer's losses. One Denare Beach resident spoke to Global News to reflect on the past year.

  Fire

  Jun 2
• How companies across Canada are making funerals more personal

  From death doulas to memorial diamonds, how people are choosing to remember their loved ones is changing as families seek out more personalized memorials.

  Features

  May 28
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• Saskatoon declares level 2 extreme heat emergency

  With temps up to 35 degrees, the city of Saskatoon is taking action, aiming to keep people safe in what feels like an early summer.

  Environment

  May 26
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• Métis Nation spring assembly opens in Saskatoon following turbulent year

  A key gathering is underway this weekend in Saskatoon as Métis leaders and citizens meet to discuss the future of governance in the province.

  Politics

  May 25
• Highlighting Cosmo Industries during Disability Service Professionals Week

  Saskatchewan celebrated Disability Service Professionals Week in May. Global's Payton Zillich spoke with folks at Cosmo to see what fuels their passion for supporting others.

  Canada

  May 17
• Saskatoon’s best Mother’s Day moments of 2026

  From dance parties to high tea, Global News travelled all around Saskatoon to see how families were celebrating Mother’s Day this year.

  Canada

  May 10
• Saskatchewan residents sneeze into spring

  With the snow officially gone and the plants starting to bloom, some people in Saskatchewan may begin to feel the effects of seasonal allergies.

  Environment

  May 10