Trudeau cancels visit with Caribbean leaders amid protests, rail shutdown
Capital District Minor Football Association
Edmonton’s all-female tackle football division expands with a new team
Edmonton police searching for man accused of attempted murder and arson
First Edmontonians complete 14-day self-quarantine over fears of COVID-19 virus outbreak
Midnight or 9 p.m.? City of Edmonton looking for feedback on New Year’s Eve fireworks
Shandro calls mediation with the Alberta Medical Association ‘unsuccessful,’ says ‘all options’ now being considered
Twitter act of kindness between Alberta and Manitoba women catches attention of Jann Arden
An Alberta woman decided to purchase a Jann Arden ticket for a Winnipeg fan as an act of kindness, and the Twitter interaction caught the attention of the singer herself. Continue reading
Crews battle two-alarm fire at abandoned home near Alberta legislature
Edmonton fire crews were called to a two-alarm fire at an abandoned home near the Alberta Legislature early Sunday morning. Continue reading
‘Deeply upset’: Elton John apologizes to New Zealand fans for cutting concert short
John had told the crowd early in the concert that he was ill and his voice was “shot,” but he was determined to put on a great show. Continue reading
WHL Roundup: Saturday, February 15, 2020
KENT, Wash. – Milos Roman scored a hat trick as the Vancouver Giants downed the Seattle Thunderbirds 6-2 on Saturday in Western Hockey League action. Continue reading
Historic El Mirador apartments in Edmonton ‘heart-bombed’
By Nicole Stillger Reporter
The El Mirador apartments in Edmonton were “heart-bombed” on Saturday. It’s a trend where love notes are placed on old buildings. Continue reading
COVID-19: B.C. man on quarantined Japanese cruise ship gets early flight home on U.S. plane
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
While Canada is planning to evacuate the 255 Canadians from the quarantined cruise ship docked near Tokyo, a U.S. flight has already evacuated American citizens. Continue reading
Olympian Erica Wiebe becomes Alberta’s first-ever sports ambassador
Alberta wrestler and Olympic gold medalist Erica Wiebe is now the province’s first-ever ambassador for sport and active living. Continue reading
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle invited to call Okotoks home
Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, and nine-month-old Archie have been invited to set down some roots in the southern Alberta community of Okotoks. Continue reading
COVID-19 death toll at 1,770 as China sees slight rise in new cases
Another 10,844 people have recovered from COVID-19, the disease caused by the new coronavirus, and have been discharged from hospitals, according to Monday’s figures. Continue reading
Edmonton Oilers scratch Panthers for road win
Kailer Yamamoto had a goal and two assists. Continue reading
Edmonton’s ‘Christmas miracle’ dog cleared for adoption weeks after being found ‘near death’
“For the first couple of weeks, it was a touch-and-go situation.” Continue reading
Coastal GasLink says alternate pipeline route proposed by Wet’suwet’en chiefs not ‘feasible’
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
Many protesters, politicians and the Wet’suwet’en chiefs themselves have suggested an alternate route could have avoided the years-long dispute. Continue reading
2 injured in suspicious north-central Edmonton fire
Two people were taken to hospital after an early morning fire in Edmonton’s Westwood neighbourhood. Continue reading
WHL Roundup: Friday, February 14, 2020
PRINCE ALBERT, Sask. – Max Paddock turned in a 13-save shutout as the Prince Albert Raiders defeated the Swift Current Broncos 5-0 on Friday in Western Hockey League action. Continue reading
WATCH: Global National – February 16
Watch the full broadcast of Global National, hosted by Robin Gill Continue reading
What is a pap test? Here’s what doctors are looking for
A pap test is used to prevent cervical cancer, and it’s important that you keep up with your appointments and understand why you need them, say doctors. Continue reading
Federal government charters plane to evacuate Canadians on board Diamond Princess
Passengers will be screened for any symptoms before they board in Japan. Continue reading
Toronto Blue Jays legend Tony Fernandez dead at 57
In a tweet on Saturday, Major League Baseball confirmed Fernandez’s death, saying the shortstop had ‘left for a better life.’ Continue reading
Video captures RCMP officer pointing gun at Indigenous pipeline opponents at northern B.C. camp
By Sean Boynton Online Journalist
RCMP are defending the actions of members seen in the video captured during enforcement, but the opponents say the explanations are “absurd and ridiculous.” Continue reading
The best (and worst) hand creams for dry, cracked hands
Global News reporters tried some of the most popular hand creams for dry skin and organized them by price: $10 and under, $20 and under and $20 or more. Continue reading
Edmonton’s all-female tackle football division expands with a new team
By Chris Chacon Digital Journalist
The Capital District Minor Football Association’s all female tackle football division expands with the addition of a new team. Continue reading
Edmonton Oilers gut out overtime win against Hurricanes
Josh Archibald won it with his second of the game. Continue reading
Twitter act of kindness between Alberta and Manitoba women catches attention of Jann Arden
An Alberta woman decided to purchase a Jann Arden ticket for a Winnipeg fan as an act of kindness, and the Twitter interaction caught the attention of the singer herself. Continue reading
Crews battle two-alarm fire at abandoned home near Alberta legislature
Edmonton fire crews were called to a two-alarm fire at an abandoned home near the Alberta Legislature early Sunday morning. Continue reading
WHL Roundup: Saturday, February 15, 2020
KENT, Wash. – Milos Roman scored a hat trick as the Vancouver Giants downed the Seattle Thunderbirds 6-2 on Saturday in Western Hockey League action. Continue reading
Edmonton police searching for man accused of attempted murder and arson
By Breanna Karstens-Smith Anchor/Reporter
Edmonton police are asking for the public’s help in finding a man they believe is connected to a violent assault and arson Saturday morning. Continue reading
Historic El Mirador apartments in Edmonton ‘heart-bombed’
By Nicole Stillger Reporter
The El Mirador apartments in Edmonton were “heart-bombed” on Saturday. It’s a trend where love notes are placed on old buildings. Continue reading
Olympian Erica Wiebe becomes Alberta’s first-ever sports ambassador
Alberta wrestler and Olympic gold medalist Erica Wiebe is now the province’s first-ever ambassador for sport and active living. Continue reading
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle invited to call Okotoks home
Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, and nine-month-old Archie have been invited to set down some roots in the southern Alberta community of Okotoks. Continue reading
First Edmontonians complete 14-day self-quarantine over fears of COVID-19 virus outbreak
By Chris Chacon Digital Journalist
After two weeks in self-quarantine, members of Edmonton’s Chinese community are beginning to leave isolation. Continue reading
Edmonton Oilers scratch Panthers for road win
Kailer Yamamoto had a goal and two assists. Continue reading
Edmonton’s ‘Christmas miracle’ dog cleared for adoption weeks after being found ‘near death’
“For the first couple of weeks, it was a touch-and-go situation.” Continue reading
Midnight or 9 p.m.? City of Edmonton looking for feedback on New Year’s Eve fireworks
The big question: should the city’s New Year’s Eve fireworks remain at 9 p.m. or switch to midnight? Continue reading
2 injured in suspicious north-central Edmonton fire
Two people were taken to hospital after an early morning fire in Edmonton’s Westwood neighbourhood. Continue reading
WHL Roundup: Friday, February 14, 2020
PRINCE ALBERT, Sask. – Max Paddock turned in a 13-save shutout as the Prince Albert Raiders defeated the Swift Current Broncos 5-0 on Friday in Western Hockey League action. Continue reading
Shandro calls mediation with the Alberta Medical Association ‘unsuccessful,’ says ‘all options’ now being considered
Health Minister Tyler Shandro says his government is considering “all options at our disposal” after he described voluntary mediation with the Alberta Medical Association as being “unsuccessful” with regard to physician negotiations. Continue reading
From Silver Skate to Sweden: Red Deer duo captures art in snow
By Morgan Black Community Reporter
Learn more about the artists behind the stunning snow displays at the Silver Skate Festival. Continue reading
Edmonton couple married 61 years shares secret for success during Valentine’s Day student visit
By Chris Chacon Digital Journalist
Students from Edmonton’s Roberta MacAdams School were thrilled to take part in Valentine’s Day festivities, which included a special visit to a seniors’ residence. Continue reading
Calgary store owner says anti-pipeline blockades hurting business
Blockades went up last week across Canada, with organizers saying they’re acting in solidarity with Wet’suet’en hereditary chiefs opposed to the Coastal GasLink pipeline project. Continue reading
Edmonton businesses seeing impact of China manufacturing disruptions from coronavirus
By Julia Wong Digital Broadcast Journalist
Several Edmonton businesses are seeing holes in their inventory as a result of disruptions in manufacturing in China thanks to the new coronavirus. Continue reading
Man charged with second-degree murder after woman fatally stabbed in Edmonton mall
Police have laid charges in connection with a fatal stabbing at the City Centre Mall parkade Wednesday night. Continue reading
Demolition work begins on Edmonton’s Misericordia Hospital expansion
The United Conservative government said the expansion would include space for six ambulance bays, 66 treatment spaces, and two X-ray suites. Continue reading
Edmonton Oilers’ Zack Kassian gets 7-game suspension for kicking Tampa Bay Lightning’s Erik Cernak
By Kirby Bourne Digital Content Coordinator
The kick happened late in the first period when Tampa Bay hosted the Edmonton Oilers Thursday night. Continue reading
Opening date for northwest Edmonton Police Service campus slated for mid-2020
The City of Edmonton said it expects the Edmonton Police Service’s northwest campus to open later this year, after issues with the roof led to delays with the project. Continue reading
7 easy tips to develop healthier habits with your cellphone use
From asking yourself one simple question to creating physical space from your phone, we’ve curated some easy ways you can lessen your device’s grip on your life. Continue reading