Alberta health officials testing people for coronavirus if ‘there’s any suspicion’
No plans to recall U of A exchange students in China, Edmonton school board monitors situation ahead of field trips
RCMP investigation finds human remains in burned down Wetaskiwin motel
Edmonton singer returns to local farmers market that launched his career
Who’s running for Conservative leader? A look at declared and potential candidates
Alberta Indigenous band Northern Cree seeking 1st Grammy win
With no plan in place, a retired Edmonton firefighter flew out to Australia to help fight wildfires
By Chris Chacon Digital Journalist
“If I didn’t do it then, I thought I never would, so yeah, [I] bought the ticket,” Dan Derouin said. Continue reading
Man sentenced to 5 years in prison for attempted shooting of New West police officer
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
Steven Gordon Vollrath pointed a handgun at a police officer in May 2015 and pulled the trigger, but the gun did not fire. Continue reading
Philippines lowers Taal volcano alert level, allowing thousands to return home
The Philippine archipelago lies in the so-called Pacific “Ring of Fire,” a seismically fragile region around the ocean basin, where most of the world’s earthquakes and volcanic eruptions occur. Continue reading
WHL Roundup: Friday, January 24, 2020
Tristen Robins scored a hat trick, including the winning goal five minutes into the third period, to lead the Saskatoon Blades to a 6-5 win over the Medicine Hat Tigers on Friday in the Western Hockey League. Continue reading
McDavid loses fastest skater title at NHL All-Star Weekend but posts fastest personal time
After winning the NHL All-Star Weekend’s fastest skater contests the past three years, Edmonton Oilers’ captain Connor McDavid was topped by New York Islanders forward Mathew Barzal despite an impressive showing on Friday night. Continue reading
Here’s what you need to know about Canada’s first ‘presumptive’ coronavirus case
Public health officials say the risk of an outbreak remains low and that the health care system is working as planned. Continue reading
Calgary-based energy firm withdraws permit application for controversial Oregon pipeline
An Alberta energy company has withdrawn its application for a state permit for a controversial natural gas pipeline and export terminal in Oregon, and a project spokesperson said Friday it is instead awaiting possible federal approval. Continue reading
Young Calgary conservatives push for CPC image change
By Adam MacVicar Digital Journalist
Two young Calgary conservatives are pushing for a new image for the Conservative Party of Canada to attract younger voters to the party. Continue reading
‘Get rid of her:’ Trump calls for firing of former Ukraine ambassador in recording
The recording contradicts the president’s statements that he did not know the Giuliani associates Lev Parnas or Igor Fruman, key figures in the Ukraine investigation who were indicted last year on campaign finance charges. Continue reading
AUMA wants Alberta to make tax changes to address failing oil and gas properties
The Alberta Urban Municipalities Association is calling on the province to change legislation to allow local governments to collect property taxes from oil and gas properties when they fail. Continue reading
Newly-released video shows Oscar Arfmann during shooting that killed Abbotsford police officer
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
The only known video of Oscar Arfmann with a gun on the day of Const. John Davidson’s death was played in court in June, but was released to the public Friday. Continue reading
Canadian Forces plane, crew heading to Australia to fight bushfires
The Canadian Forces say a CC-17 Globemaster is leaving Monday. Continue reading
Edmonton seniors out of luck after catalytic converter theft
Some residents of an Edmonton seniors’ home are feeling the impact of a crime that some people worry is becoming more and more common. Continue reading
Calgary elephant auction withdrawn, hunt still going ahead
A Calgary group planning to auction off a two-week elephant hunting expedition has changed the nature of its sale. Continue reading
WATCH: Global National – January 25
Watch the full broadcast of Global National, hosted by Robin Gill Continue reading
Canada’s 1st ‘presumptive’ case of new coronavirus discovered in Toronto
The victim is a man in his 50s who recently travelled to Wuhan, China. Continue reading
‘Bigfoot’ spotted? Washington state traffic camera shows mysterious figure
The Washington State Department of Transportation tweeted traffic camera photos of a shape resembling the mythical Bigfoot or Sasquatch. Continue reading
TD to start charging compound interest on all personal credit cards
TD says it will add unpaid interest charges to cardholders’ balances at the end of each statement period beginning in March. Continue reading
Former cabinet minister Peter MacKay announces Tory leadership bid
MacKay, who served in a number of portfolios under prime minister Stephen Harper, made the announcement at the Museum of Industry in Stellarton, N.S. Continue reading
Milk products recalled in Quebec, Ontario over sanitizer contamination
Food contaminated with sanitizer may not look or smell spoiled, however, consumption may cause symptoms such as nausea, upset stomach or vomiting. Continue reading
With no plan in place, a retired Edmonton firefighter flew out to Australia to help fight wildfires
By Chris Chacon Digital Journalist
“If I didn’t do it then, I thought I never would, so yeah, [I] bought the ticket,” Dan Derouin said. Continue reading
RCMP investigation finds human remains in burned down Wetaskiwin motel
An investigation into the cause of a fire at Manny’s Motel in Wetaskiwin has led to the discovery of human remains. Continue reading
Edmonton singer returns to local farmers market that launched his career
Edmonton singer-songwriter Martin Kerr returned to the Downtown Farmers Market Saturday to perform at the venue he says started it all. Continue reading
Alberta Indigenous band Northern Cree seeking 1st Grammy win
The Maskwacis-based group has released 40 albums since being formed in 1982. Continue reading
Man sentenced to 5 years in prison for attempted shooting of New West police officer
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
Steven Gordon Vollrath pointed a handgun at a police officer in May 2015 and pulled the trigger, but the gun did not fire. Continue reading
WHL Roundup: Friday, January 24, 2020
Tristen Robins scored a hat trick, including the winning goal five minutes into the third period, to lead the Saskatoon Blades to a 6-5 win over the Medicine Hat Tigers on Friday in the Western Hockey League. Continue reading
McDavid loses fastest skater title at NHL All-Star Weekend but posts fastest personal time
After winning the NHL All-Star Weekend’s fastest skater contests the past three years, Edmonton Oilers’ captain Connor McDavid was topped by New York Islanders forward Mathew Barzal despite an impressive showing on Friday night. Continue reading
Calgary-based energy firm withdraws permit application for controversial Oregon pipeline
An Alberta energy company has withdrawn its application for a state permit for a controversial natural gas pipeline and export terminal in Oregon, and a project spokesperson said Friday it is instead awaiting possible federal approval. Continue reading
Young Calgary conservatives push for CPC image change
By Adam MacVicar Digital Journalist
Two young Calgary conservatives are pushing for a new image for the Conservative Party of Canada to attract younger voters to the party. Continue reading
AUMA wants Alberta to make tax changes to address failing oil and gas properties
The Alberta Urban Municipalities Association is calling on the province to change legislation to allow local governments to collect property taxes from oil and gas properties when they fail. Continue reading
Newly-released video shows Oscar Arfmann during shooting that killed Abbotsford police officer
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
The only known video of Oscar Arfmann with a gun on the day of Const. John Davidson’s death was played in court in June, but was released to the public Friday. Continue reading
Edmonton seniors out of luck after catalytic converter theft
Some residents of an Edmonton seniors’ home are feeling the impact of a crime that some people worry is becoming more and more common. Continue reading
Calgary elephant auction withdrawn, hunt still going ahead
A Calgary group planning to auction off a two-week elephant hunting expedition has changed the nature of its sale. Continue reading
More help urged for women facing unexpected pregnancy after mother charged in Calgary
By Carolyn Kury de Castillo Reporter
There are calls to set up safe drop-off locations for newborns in Calgary after police charged a 21-year old woman in connection with a newborn baby who was found dead two years ago. Continue reading
Seniors-only workout class in Sherwood Park gives mental and physical boost
By Morgan Black Community Reporter
In addition to helping seniors improve their mental and physical health, The Little Sweat Shop builds community. Continue reading
Major academic conference coming back to Edmonton next year
By Nicole Stillger Reporter
Congress of the Humanities and Social Sciences is Canada’s biggest academic conference and will be hosted by the U of A in spring 2021. Continue reading
No plans to recall U of A exchange students in China, Edmonton school board monitors situation ahead of field trips
By Julia Wong Digital Broadcast Journalist
Jeremy Cherlet, a spokesperson for the University of Alberta’s exchange programs, said there are two U of A students studying abroad in China right now. Continue reading
Freezing rain warning for parts of central Alberta: ‘Be prepared to adjust your driving’
For the second time this week, Environment Canada has issued a series of freezing rain warnings for parts of central Alberta. Continue reading
Encana completes corporate shakeup as it becomes Ovintiv, shifts to U.S.
Encana Corp. says it has completed its corporate reorganization under the new name Ovintiv Inc. Continue reading
Alberta health officials testing people for coronavirus if ‘there’s any suspicion’
By Julia Wong Digital Broadcast Journalist
Health authorities in Alberta are testing people for a coronavirus that has killed more than 20 people and made close to 900 others sick, however, all tests that have come back so far have been negative. Continue reading
Edmonton’s seasonal parking ban ends at 4 p.m. Friday
City and contractor crews worked 24 hours a day to clear snow and ice accumulation from major roads, bus routes and active pathways. Continue reading
‘Special needs’ Alberta rescue dog ‘Best Boy Brodie’ becomes international sensation
A perfectly imperfect Alberta rescue dog is garnering international attention. Continue reading
RCMP looking into Amber Tuccaro case tip but caution against ‘erroneous information’
Alberta RCMP are looking into a tip from man who believes his father was involved in the 2010 disappearance and murder of Amber Tuccaro south of Edmonton. Continue reading
B.C. man dies in ‘firearms-related incident’ in southern Alberta: RCMP
RCMP are investigating the death of a B.C. man who suffered a firearms-related injury in Alberta on Thursday. Continue reading
Fire lit inside cell during disagreement with staff at Edmonton women’s prison
Three inmates and three staff members of the Edmonton Institution for Women were taken to hospital after a disagreement and fire at the prison. Continue reading