2 charged in Alberta First Nation homicide investigation
Edmontonians wake up to another smoky sky, but air quality expected to improve
Leaked Knecht memo tries to explain why no LBGTQ apology coming from EPS
Police search for suspect in Mill Woods pellet gun incident
Edmonton pot shops rev up preparations with 2 months to go before cannabis legalization
Wildfire smoke turns day into night in northern Alberta: ‘I’ve never seen smoke this thick’
Public use of marijuana could be banned in Red Deer
Red Deer is looking at banning the consumption of cannabis in public places when pot becomes legal in October. Continue reading
Safe bet Alberta will be impacted by B.C. wildfire smoke in future: scientist
An environmental health scientist says the smoke Alberta has been experiencing from the forest fires raging in British Columbia could become the norm every wildfire season. Continue reading
Vladimir Putin, Angela Merkel meet near Berlin to discuss Syria, other diplomatic issues
Both leaders raised concerns about Syria and the plight of the many refugees created by the seven-year-old war there. Continue reading
Calgary Ride to Conquer Cancer cancelled due to smoke
“We will have buses at pit stops to transport riders safely back to the start line.” Continue reading
Peter Watts: Is it time to expand Alberta’s agriculture irrigation system?
By Peter Watts Radio host
David Hill, southern Alberta director of agriculture and agri-business programs at the University of Lethbridge, speaks about new innovations in the development of the potato industry. Continue reading
Time-lapse shows Shovel Lake wildfire smoke turn day to night near Fort St. James
By Simon Little Digital Reporter
“Mother Nature is just reminding us of what her power is and what she wants.” Continue reading
Edmonton pumpkin theft caught on camera
By Kent Morrison Anchor
An Edmonton family is upset after someone stile their pumpkin. Continue reading
Ottawa opens competition to create green jet fuel
By Scott Johnston Reporter
The federal government has created a challenge for the makers of aviation fuel to come up with a made-in-Canada green jet fuel for commercial use. Natural Resources Minister Amarjeet Sohi made the announcement Friday in Edmonton. Continue reading
Trudeau praises legacy of deceased former UN secretary general as peace advocate
“Kofi Annan didn’t just talk about building a more just and peaceful world, he dedicated his life to doing it – and the world is a better place because of him,” Trudeau said on his official Twitter account. Continue reading
Bison euthanized after leaving Banff National Park
By Christa Dao Digital Journalist
One of the bulls was headed toward “private grazing lands” and “was posing a risk to public safety and to the safety of livestock.” Continue reading
Alberta farmers making tough decisions about whether to buy new equipment because of U.S. tariffs
By Kyle Benning Videographer
John McKee was hoping to buy a piece of equipment he said will make his life easier, but new tariffs compounded by a couple of warm summers is making him question a potential purchase. Continue reading
Italian president demands safe roads as fatalities from Genoa bridge collapse rise to 43
As the city honored its dead, the toll from Tuesday’s bridge collapse rose unofficially Saturday to 43 with the discovery of four more bodies in the rubble and the death in the hospital of the most severely injured survivor. Continue reading
Humboldt survivor Ryan Straschnitzki on how sledge hockey helps him ‘stay part of the game’
By Blake Lough Digital Journalist
It’s only his fourth time strapped into the sled, but it is clear 19-year-old Ryan Straschnitzki has taken to sledge hockey. Continue reading
Banff’s Sunshine ski resort launches campaign criticizing proposed guidelines from Parks Canada
The proposed site guidelines for Sunshine Village released this summer provide a framework for future use, growth and development at the resort until 2060. Continue reading
$1K per month to rent a tent in a Vancouver backyard? How about 20 roommates?
The City of Vancouver is investigating a rental home in Vancouver that one tenant says is charging 21 renters $1,000 a piece. Continue reading
Satanic Temple unveils goat statue in protest of Ten Commandments monument in Arkansas
By Jesse Ferreras Online Journalist
“We only want our monument on public grounds where other monuments of religious significance are pre-existing,” said the Satanic Temple’s co-founder. Continue reading
Sand sculpture of Donald Trump in diapers a big hit in Vancouver neighbourhood
By Simon Little Digital Reporter
The 1,000-pound sand sculpture was inspired by a “baby Trump” blimp flown over London during the U.S. president’s last visit. Continue reading
Wildfire smoke is so thick in Prince George, it looks like night after the sun has risen
By Amy Judd Online News Producer
On the air quality health index scale, Prince George is currently off the charts at a 10+, meaning it is at a very high risk level. Continue reading
Canada’s lumber industry claps back after Trump links imports to California wildfires
Donald Trump dragging the Canadian lumber industry into discussions about California’s deadly wildfires is another ‘frustrating’ blow, an industry advocate says. Continue reading
Wildfire smoke turns day into night in northern Alberta: ‘I’ve never seen smoke this thick’
By Julia Wong Digital Broadcast Journalist
Smoke from the wildfires in B.C. are wafting across the Rockies and covering communities in northern Alberta, making it look like night instead of day. Continue reading
Public use of marijuana could be banned in Red Deer
Red Deer is looking at banning the consumption of cannabis in public places when pot becomes legal in October. Continue reading
Safe bet Alberta will be impacted by B.C. wildfire smoke in future: scientist
An environmental health scientist says the smoke Alberta has been experiencing from the forest fires raging in British Columbia could become the norm every wildfire season. Continue reading
2 charged in Alberta First Nation homicide investigation
After an extensive search, Stony Plain RCMP officers said two suspects were arrested at a home on the Cold Lake First Nations on Friday. Continue reading
Calgary Ride to Conquer Cancer cancelled due to smoke
“We will have buses at pit stops to transport riders safely back to the start line.” Continue reading
Edmontonians wake up to another smoky sky, but air quality expected to improve
The good news for Edmonton is that air quality is expected to improve throughout the weekend. Continue reading
Peter Watts: Is it time to expand Alberta’s agriculture irrigation system?
By Peter Watts Radio host
David Hill, southern Alberta director of agriculture and agri-business programs at the University of Lethbridge, speaks about new innovations in the development of the potato industry. Continue reading
Edmonton pumpkin theft caught on camera
By Kent Morrison Anchor
An Edmonton family is upset after someone stile their pumpkin. Continue reading
Ottawa opens competition to create green jet fuel
By Scott Johnston Reporter
The federal government has created a challenge for the makers of aviation fuel to come up with a made-in-Canada green jet fuel for commercial use. Natural Resources Minister Amarjeet Sohi made the announcement Friday in Edmonton. Continue reading
Leaked Knecht memo tries to explain why no LBGTQ apology coming from EPS
By Scott Johnston Reporter
A leaked memo from Edmonton Police Chief Rod Knecht to members of the Edmonton Police Service explains why the EPS has so far not joined four other police forces in Canada in offering a formal apology to the LGBTQ community. Continue reading
Bison euthanized after leaving Banff National Park
By Christa Dao Digital Journalist
One of the bulls was headed toward “private grazing lands” and “was posing a risk to public safety and to the safety of livestock.” Continue reading
Alberta farmers making tough decisions about whether to buy new equipment because of U.S. tariffs
By Kyle Benning Videographer
John McKee was hoping to buy a piece of equipment he said will make his life easier, but new tariffs compounded by a couple of warm summers is making him question a potential purchase. Continue reading
Humboldt survivor Ryan Straschnitzki on how sledge hockey helps him ‘stay part of the game’
By Blake Lough Digital Journalist
It’s only his fourth time strapped into the sled, but it is clear 19-year-old Ryan Straschnitzki has taken to sledge hockey. Continue reading
Banff’s Sunshine ski resort launches campaign criticizing proposed guidelines from Parks Canada
The proposed site guidelines for Sunshine Village released this summer provide a framework for future use, growth and development at the resort until 2060. Continue reading
‘Serious medical situation’ forces singer Ian Tyson to cancel Drumheller concert
A representative for the 84-year-old Victoria native, who penned “Four Strong Winds” as one half of Ian & Sylvia, said he was admitted to hospital on Monday after recent issues with his heart rhythm. Continue reading
Eskimos look for better discipline as they host Alouettes Saturday night
The Edmonton Eskimos hit the midway point of their season on Saturday night when they host the Montreal Alouettes. Continue reading
Police search for suspect in Mill Woods pellet gun incident
Daniel Atienza is being sought by police, who have issued two warrants for his arrest, including assault with a weapon causing bodily harm and possession of an imitation weapon for a purpose dangerous to the public. Continue reading
Preparing for a worst-case scenario: Banff’s plan of attack to help stave off wildfires and protect homes
By Jayme Doll Anchor
Forests around the town of Banff have not burned in over a hundred years and officials say the risk is very real. Continue reading
Edmonton pot shops rev up preparations with 2 months to go before cannabis legalization
By Julia Wong Digital Broadcast Journalist
There are only two months left to go before cannabis is legalized in Canada, and work is fast and furious for businesses in Edmonton looking to open shop. Continue reading
City of Edmonton faces environmental charges over herbicide spraying incident
The province has charged the City of Edmonton with seven environmental offences that are “pesticide-related,” according to a news release issued by the Alberta government on Friday afternoon. Continue reading
Is this your vehicle? RCMP searching for owner of rare 1940s Dodge Special Deluxe
By Christa Dao Digital Journalist
RCMP said the vintage vehicle was found near an oil lease site in the town. Efforts to find the owner locally were unsuccessful. Continue reading
Wildfire smoke turns day into night in northern Alberta: ‘I’ve never seen smoke this thick’
By Julia Wong Digital Broadcast Journalist
Smoke from the wildfires in B.C. are wafting across the Rockies and covering communities in northern Alberta, making it look like night instead of day. Continue reading
3 people dead after Simpson Air plane goes down in Northwest Territories
Three people died Thursday evening in a light plane crash on a lake west of Fort Simpson in the Northwest Territories. Continue reading
Is it safe to look at the sun when it’s obscured by smoke?
By Sarah Offin Reporter
Thick smoke has been giving the sun an orange red hue this week that some may find tempting to look at, especially with the beautiful sunrise and sunsets. Continue reading
Crews make progress on Wardle fire in Kootenay National Park
Parks Canada asking travellers to use caution where firefighters are working along Highway 93 South. Continue reading
Edmonton Police Service seeks new $44M gun range
By Julia Wong Digital Broadcast Journalist
The Edmonton Police Service said it is in need of new firearms training facilities, saying the existing range was built 20 years ago and does not account for the growth of the city and its police force. Continue reading
