Edmonton Latest News

• Taylor Frankie Paul breaks silence on alleged domestic violence incident

  'I'm a person that will always speak my truth — that's what I'm known for," the 'Mormon Wives' star said after allegations of a domestic violence incident with ex Dakota Mortensen.

  Entertainment

  15 mins
• Raptors’ upset win surprises many Proline players

  The Toronto Raptors threw a majority of sports bettors off Sunday.

  Sports

  2 hours
• Oscars ratings down 9%, hitting lowest viewership since 2021

  The show also saw a more significant 14 per cent decline among adults aged 18-49 compared to last year.

  Entertainment

  2 hours
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• Sean Penn given ‘Oscar’ made from damaged Ukrainian train after skipping show

  In 2022, as a gesture of goodwill, Penn loaned one of his Oscars to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, telling him only to return it when the war was won.

  Entertainment

  2 hours
• Bank of Canada holds interest rates as Iran war rattles global economies

  The Bank of Canada held its benchmark lending rate at 2.25 per cent, but Governor Tiff Macklem is keeping an eye on how the Iran war could impact Canada's economy.

  Economy

  3 hours
• Time for ‘serious’ talks on how AI uses news media information: minister

  Culture Minister Marc Miller says the government must have a serious conversation about AI systems’ use of news to ensure companies are acting responsibly.

  Canada

  3 hours
• Global markets rise, oil prices retreat despite Iran war escalation

  U.S. benchmark crude fell US$1.24 to US$94.53 per barrel. Brent crude, the international standard, rose to US$104.17 per barrel. That's down from more than US$106 on Monday.

  World

  4 hours
• Oilers get total team effort to beat Sharks 5-3

  The Edmonton Oilers knew the challenge was to come together as a unit after learning their star forward Leon Draisaitl will be out for the remainder of the regular season.

  Sports

  11 hours
• Oilers ‘offence by committee’ sinks Sharks 5-3

  Adam Henrique earned a pair of assists as the Edmonton Oilers were able to rally without star forward Leon Draisaitl to pick up a huge 5-3 win over the San Jose Sharks on Tuesday.

  Sports

  Mar 17
• Alberta’s Smith says she took private flight on behalf of Saudi government

  The premier travelled to Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates in 2025 to discuss potential collaborations on energy development, artificial intelligence and more.

  Economy

  Mar 17
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• Passengers recount QEII drive-by shooting that killed Edmonton man: ‘No one deserves this’

  Three childhood friends were on a trip from Edmonton to Banff when their car was shot at while they drove down the QEII south of Leduc, killing 22-year-old Birinder Singh.

  Crime

  Mar 17
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• Edmonton clinical trial offers hope to people suffering ‘most severe pains known to mankind’

  A new U of A clinical trial is testing ultra-early Gamma Knife surgery to stop trigeminal neuralgia before permanent brain changes and years of devastating pain.

  Health

  Mar 17
• Edmonton aims to kibosh restrictive covenants in name of grocery access, food affordability

  Restrictive covenants are common in the grocery industry to prevent competition, but Edmonton's city council is asking the province to change the rules so food is more affordable.

  Consumer

  Mar 17
• Danielle Smith hopes to balance Alberta budget even with moderate oil prices

  Danielle Smith addressed the Rural Municipalities of Alberta conference, hearing concerns on everything from health care access to infrastructure woes and unpaid oil and gas taxes.

  Politics

  Mar 17
• Migraine sufferers in southern Alberta struggle to find affordable treatments

  While southern Alberta's famous Chinooks are famous for the warm weather they bring, for some they are also infamous for the 'pounding, throbbing' headaches that accompany them.

  Health

  Mar 17
• Ottawa appeals Emergencies Act use during ‘Freedom Convoy’ to Supreme Court

  The federal government is appealing a January ruling from the Federal Court of Appeal that upheld the use of the emergencies law breached Charter rights.

  Canada

  Mar 17
• Disability advocates, NDP call on province to boost accessibility standards in Alberta

  'We are the only minority group that you can join at any time. So people with dignity now may not have that dignity later if we do not pass this bill right away.'

  Perspectives

  Mar 17
• Calgary man charged after RCMP seize ‘significant’ amount of drugs, cash

  RCMP estimate the total value of the drugs seized, including fentanyl, cocaine, methamphetamine and carfentanil, at approximately $450,000.

  Crime

  Mar 17
• World Anti-Doping Agency agrees to limit athlete data use, watchdog says

  Canada's privacy commissioner said the agency agreed to measures to ensure international sports bodies only use highly sensitive personal information for anti-doping purposes.

  Canada

  Mar 17
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• Pam Bondi faces April deposition over handling of Jeffrey Epstein case

  Bondi was ordered to appear for a deposition on April 14 by the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform after a vote earlier this month that was supported by five Republicans.

  U.S. News

  Mar 17
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• An exercise program proves life-changing for this Nova Scotia cancer patient

  Since 2018, the ACCESS program has partnered the Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program and has seen over 500 participants come through the program.

  Health

  Mar 17
• Ukraine, allies seek support against Russia as Iran war shifts focus

  Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged Ukraine's allies not to forget about his country, and suggested the U.S. and others should make use of Ukraine's anti-drone technology during the war.

  World

  Mar 17
• Kennedy Center board agrees to close for 2 years for renovations

  Trump has cited the need for repairs as a reason for the closure, despite the building undergoing a $250-million renovation in 2019.

  U.S. News

  Mar 17
• Bank of America settles lawsuit filed by Jeffrey Epstein victims

  Bank of America tentatively settled a lawsuit claiming it ignored suspicious financial transactions involving Jeffrey Epstein while he sexually abused hundreds of girls and women.

  U.S. News

  Mar 17
• Canada Energy Regulator projects power generation surge, wind a major source

  A report from the Canada Energy Regulator predicts renewable energy, especially wind, will play an increasingly important role is meeting the country's future energy demand.

  Economy

  Mar 17