‘Sit there, have a drink’: Campers now consume liquor at Alberta parks during May long weekend
Edmonton Eskimos Training Camp: Foes become teammates on day 1
Crews continue to battle out-of-control wildfires in Alberta’s Peace Region
Alberta Fish and Wildlife looking for illegal pet turtles that pose ‘potential public health hazard’
New Alberta education minister addresses teachers’ conference
‘Why don’t we help the environment?’: Edmonton company gets into business of paper straws
Environmental groups say Premier Jason Kenney’s ‘war room’ threats won’t distract them
“The war room makes for good theatre, but the people who follow this closely are going to look at this as amateur hour,” said Keith Stewart of Greenpeace. Continue reading
Alberta rancher pulls stuck calf out of badger hole
The animal was stuck in the hole anywhere between 12 and 20 hours. Continue reading
‘Game of Thrones’ series finale surprises with unexpected ending
On Sunday night, viewers finally learned the fate of their favourite characters from Westeros in a slow-paced, pensive finale. Continue reading
On eve of training camp, Edmonton Eskimos know building team chemistry will be key
A new look Edmonton Eskimos team begin the process of building team chemistry on the eve of training camp. Continue reading
Wildfire danger ‘extreme’ in Slave Lake: Alberta Wildfire
By Julia Wong Digital Broadcast Journalist
The elevated danger is due to “strong and gusty winds” that could cause a fire to burn intensely and spread quickly, according to Alberta Wildfire. Continue reading
Toronto Raptors beat Bucks in double OT, giving team lifeline in Eastern finals
The Raptors trail Milwaukee 2-1 in the best-of-seven series heading into Tuesday’s Game 4. Continue reading
IndyCar dream still alive for Red Deer driver
By Adam Brilz Radio anchor/reporter
A Red Deer racer’s goal to compete in one of the world’s biggest open wheel series will continue on, for now. Continue reading
Mom of 5 killed in hit and run on central Alberta road
Rocky Mountain House RCMP are investigating after a pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run collision on the Sunchild First Nation early Friday morning. Continue reading
Halifax Mooseheads beat Guelph Storm, securing semifinal spot in Memorial Cup
Halifax, the only undefeated team remaining at the four-team tournament, has won back-to-back games to open competition and is guaranteed to advance to at least the semifinal regardless of the outcome of its last round-robin game against the Rouyn-Noranda Huskies. Continue reading
Court orders nearly $13 million be paid to Grande Prairie hospital subcontractors
A court has ordered that nearly $13 million in Alberta government funds be paid to subcontractors and others involved in the building of a new hospital in Grande Prairie. Continue reading
Edmonton woman’s disappearance now being treated as suspicious: RCMP
Two days after the RCMP put out a plea for tips on the whereabouts of a missing Edmonton woman last seen in Saskatchewan, police said Friday her disappearance is now being treated as suspicious. Continue reading
Hundreds march to protest Alabama abortion ban at state capital
The demonstration came days after Gov. Kay Ivey signed the most stringent abortion law in the nation. Continue reading
Edmonton police officer cleared of wrongdoing in 2017 shooting
Nineteen months after a young man was shot by Edmonton police during an arrest, Alberta’s police watchdog has ruled the officer who pulled the trigger acted reasonably in the circumstances. Continue reading
Edmonton’s new police chief named president of Alberta Association of Chiefs of Police
Edmonton Police Service Chief Dale McFee has been named the new president of the Alberta Association of Chiefs of Police. Continue reading
WATCH: Global National – May 19
Watch the full broadcast of Global National with Coleen Christie Continue reading
Alec Baldwin’s Donald Trump sings ‘Don’t Stop Me Now’ spoof on ‘SNL’ cold open
Trump is joined by parodies of Hope Hicks, Sarah Sanders, Mike Pence and Kanye West, among others, as they switch up the lyrics of the classic song to describe Trump’s year in general. Continue reading
Columbine school shooting survivor Austin Eubanks dead at 37
Eubanks was shot in the hand and knee in the Columbine attack that killed 12 classmates and a teacher, including Eubanks’ best friend. Continue reading
Sunwing flight from Toronto to Cancun delayed by over 13 hours
The company said flight WG535 was scheduled to depart Toronto at 10:15 a.m., but didn’t leave until 11:40 p.m. Continue reading
Here’s what happens if you die with too much money left in your RRSP
Saving for retirement is important — but so is knowing how much to withdraw when you finally get there. Continue reading
Researchers alarmed as another adult southern resident killer whale and calf found in poor health
U.S. scientists recently released photos that show the adult known as J17 has deteriorated in health since she was assessed last fall. Continue reading
Wildfire prompts evacuations, shuts down highway near Edson
By Kim Smith Reporter
On Sunday at 6:30 p.m., RCMP said the wildfire had jumped Highway 16 and was burning on both sides of the road. Continue reading
Edmonton Eskimos Training Camp: Foes become teammates on day 1
By Morley Scott Sports Anchor/Eskimos play-by-play
For the first time since November 25 of last year, the Brick Field at Commonwealth Stadium hosted football on Sunday as CFL training camps began. Continue reading
Alberta Fish and Wildlife looking for illegal pet turtles that pose ‘potential public health hazard’
Officials believe a Fort McMurray woman purchased the turtles not knowing they were an illegal species. Continue reading
‘Sit there, have a drink’: Campers now consume liquor at Alberta parks during May long weekend
By Julia Wong Digital Broadcast Journalist
On Thursday, Premier Jason Kenney relaxed the rules around liquor consumption in provincial parks, allowing them to be consumed by adults at campsites. Continue reading
Crews continue to battle out-of-control wildfires in Alberta’s Peace Region
A wildfire in near Manning, Alta., is expected to grow in the coming days because of high winds and dry conditions. Continue reading
New Alberta education minister addresses teachers’ conference
By Albert Delitala Digital Journalist
Following a contentious election campaign, Alberta’s new education minister addressed the Alberta Teachers’ Association for the first time on Saturday. Continue reading
Environmental groups say Premier Jason Kenney’s ‘war room’ threats won’t distract them
“The war room makes for good theatre, but the people who follow this closely are going to look at this as amateur hour,” said Keith Stewart of Greenpeace. Continue reading
Alberta rancher pulls stuck calf out of badger hole
The animal was stuck in the hole anywhere between 12 and 20 hours. Continue reading
On eve of training camp, Edmonton Eskimos know building team chemistry will be key
A new look Edmonton Eskimos team begin the process of building team chemistry on the eve of training camp. Continue reading
‘Why don’t we help the environment?’: Edmonton company gets into business of paper straws
By Julia Wong Digital Broadcast Journalist
Mickey Gois started Royal Paper Industries in Aug. 2017 to offer paper straws as an alternative to plastic straws. Continue reading
Wildfire danger ‘extreme’ in Slave Lake: Alberta Wildfire
By Julia Wong Digital Broadcast Journalist
The elevated danger is due to “strong and gusty winds” that could cause a fire to burn intensely and spread quickly, according to Alberta Wildfire. Continue reading
IndyCar dream still alive for Red Deer driver
By Adam Brilz Radio anchor/reporter
A Red Deer racer’s goal to compete in one of the world’s biggest open wheel series will continue on, for now. Continue reading
Mom of 5 killed in hit and run on central Alberta road
Rocky Mountain House RCMP are investigating after a pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run collision on the Sunchild First Nation early Friday morning. Continue reading
Court orders nearly $13 million be paid to Grande Prairie hospital subcontractors
A court has ordered that nearly $13 million in Alberta government funds be paid to subcontractors and others involved in the building of a new hospital in Grande Prairie. Continue reading
Edmonton woman’s disappearance now being treated as suspicious: RCMP
Two days after the RCMP put out a plea for tips on the whereabouts of a missing Edmonton woman last seen in Saskatchewan, police said Friday her disappearance is now being treated as suspicious. Continue reading
Edmonton police officer cleared of wrongdoing in 2017 shooting
Nineteen months after a young man was shot by Edmonton police during an arrest, Alberta’s police watchdog has ruled the officer who pulled the trigger acted reasonably in the circumstances. Continue reading
Edmonton’s new police chief named president of Alberta Association of Chiefs of Police
Edmonton Police Service Chief Dale McFee has been named the new president of the Alberta Association of Chiefs of Police. Continue reading
New PICU ready to open at Stollery Children’s Hospital
By Tom Vernon Provincial Affairs Reporter
The current unit, which treated 670 children in 2018, features beds only separated by curtains, and a lack of furniture for families to spend the nights comfortably. Continue reading
Trio of Saint Bernards settling in to new Calgary digs
By Deb Matejicka Community Reporter
After arriving in Edmonton via another animal rescue agency, it was soon discovered the three massive dogs suffered severe anxiety and stress whenever they were separated. Continue reading
Edmonton Food Bank initiative goes ‘Beyond Food’
The Edmonton Food Bank offers a program that provides clients with longer-term solutions to hunger. Continue reading
Don’t be one of the 14 deaths this year: Alberta Injury Prevention Centre on ATV safety
By Margeaux Maron Community Reporter
In addition to the deaths, about 550 people will wind up in a hospital bed, while another 5,500 will require emergency room visits. Continue reading
Edmonton Eskimos set to begin a season of change as CFL camps open this weekend
By Morley Scott Sports Anchor/Eskimos play-by-play
It’s been six months since the Calgary Stampeders hoisted the Grey Cup on the Brick Field at Commonwealth and a lot has happened since then. Continue reading
Firefighters battle blaze at west Edmonton commercial building
Thick, black smoke could be seem coming from a building in the area of 168 Street and 100 Avenue Friday afternoon. 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
What’s causing fatal crashes on Alberta roads? A reminder ahead of the May long weekend
By Lauren Pullen Digital Journalist
Last May long weekend, 110 people were charged with impaired driving after being stopped by Alberta RCMP, according to Sgt. Darrin Turnbull. Continue reading