Alberta, B.C. officials urge residents to stay home over Easter long weekend
Alberta Medical Association files lawsuit against provincial government
Resources for Alberta small businesses struggling through COVID-19 pandemic
Calgary’s unemployment rate is highest in Canada as Alberta’s jobless rate spikes
Alberta announces $2B to protect jobs, maintain and improve road, school infrastructure
St. Albert RCMP warn public about release of high-risk offender
Edmonton’s acting fire chief issues warning after 3 recent rescues on North Saskatchewan River
Three river rescues in a span of two days has spurred Edmonton’s acting fire chief to issue a warning about the danger posed by the North Saskatchewan River at this time of year. Continue reading
Police officers cleared of wrongdoing in 2017 shooting of suspect in west Edmonton break-in
A police watchdog investigation has concluded that two Edmonton police officers “were lawfully entitled to act in defence of themselves” when they shot a suspect in the city’s west end in 2017. Continue reading
Maple Leaf Gardens abuser Gordon Stuckless has died
He was released from prison in mid-January under certain conditions, including living in a halfway house in Hamilton. Continue reading
Closures, cancellations over COVID-19 see Strathcona County announce temporary layoffs
Strathcona County announced Thursday that it is laying off workers and that the reduction in staff is being prompted by ongoing closures and event cancellations as a result of the COVID-19 crisis. Continue reading
Edmonton students to commemorate Battle of Vimy Ridge online after COVID-19 cancels their trip
By Nicole Stillger Reporter
Two Edmonton students who won the Vimy Pilgrimage Award were supposed to go to Belgium and France for a week leading up to Vimy Ridge Day. The trip was put on hold because of COVID-19. Continue reading
Coronavirus: European countries agree to half trillion euros in economic support
The deal struck Thursday among the finance ministers did not, however, include more far-reaching cooperation in the form of shared borrowing guaranteed by all member countries. Continue reading
Oil Kings forward Jake Neighbours’ draft year cut short
By Quinn Phillips Sports Anchor/Reporter
Oil Kings forward Jake Neighbours had his draft year cut short due to COVID-19, but the 18-year-old is keeping a positive attitude through it all. Continue reading
Alberta oil sector hopeful as OPEC, allies agree to production cuts
By Heather Yourex-West Network Digital Journalist: Alberta Correspondent
Following dispute between Saudi Arabia and Russia in March, OPEC ramped up production. As a result, commodity prices collapsed. Continue reading
Chicago’s largest jail reports 450 inmates, staff positive for coronavirus
The situation gained national attention earlier this week when inmates posted handmade signs pleading for help in the windows of their cells overlooking a public street. Continue reading
Many summertime decisions put off as Edmonton officials monitor COVID-19 pandemic
By Scott Johnston Reporter
For 2020, 292 events had been scheduled, the councillors were told. So far, 55 have been cancelled. Continue reading
Healed from wrist injury, Lions QB Mike Reilly plays waiting game for new season
B.C. Lions quarterback Mike Reilly has been in Seattle during the COVID-19 pandemic. He is now playing the waiting game for when the CFL season will start. Continue reading
WATCH: B.C.’s daily coronavirus update with Dr. Bonnie Henry, April 9
Health officials are providing a daily update on the coronavirus in B.C. Continue reading
Global deal in the works to pump less crude oil, stabilize market
Oil prices have more than halved since the start of the year amid a pricing war between Saudi Arabia and Russia. Continue reading
Kenney faces online backlash as #BringBackDrHinshaw trends on Twitter
By Kirby Bourne Digital Content Coordinator
Dr. Deena Hinshaw has quickly become a trusted source for Albertans as she calmly delivers the latest news on the COVID-19 pandemic. Continue reading
WATCH: Global National – April 9
Watch the full broadcast of Global National. Continue reading
No return to ‘normality’ until coronavirus vaccine is available, Trudeau says
“We will have to remain vigilant for at least a year,” the prime minister said on Thursday during his news conference on Canada’s response to COVID-19. Continue reading
Massive, deep-sea ‘entity’ leaves ocean scientists ‘blown away’
The incredibly massive string jellyfish is thought to be well over 100 feet long. Continue reading
Did you get 2 CERB payments? It’s not a mistake, minister says
Some applicants took to Twitter and other social media platforms to point out the double payment, concerned it could be an error. Continue reading
B.C.’s coronavirus death toll hits 50 as cases mount in long-term care homes
By Simon Little Online Journalist
Global News will stream the briefing here, on our Facebook page and carry it live on BC1. Continue reading
Maple Leaf Gardens abuser Gordon Stuckless has died
He was released from prison in mid-January under certain conditions, including living in a halfway house in Hamilton. Continue reading
Edmonton’s acting fire chief issues warning after 3 recent rescues on North Saskatchewan River
Three river rescues in a span of two days has spurred Edmonton’s acting fire chief to issue a warning about the danger posed by the North Saskatchewan River at this time of year. Continue reading
Police officers cleared of wrongdoing in 2017 shooting of suspect in west Edmonton break-in
A police watchdog investigation has concluded that two Edmonton police officers “were lawfully entitled to act in defence of themselves” when they shot a suspect in the city’s west end in 2017. Continue reading
Closures, cancellations over COVID-19 see Strathcona County announce temporary layoffs
Strathcona County announced Thursday that it is laying off workers and that the reduction in staff is being prompted by ongoing closures and event cancellations as a result of the COVID-19 crisis. Continue reading
Edmonton students to commemorate Battle of Vimy Ridge online after COVID-19 cancels their trip
By Nicole Stillger Reporter
Two Edmonton students who won the Vimy Pilgrimage Award were supposed to go to Belgium and France for a week leading up to Vimy Ridge Day. The trip was put on hold because of COVID-19. Continue reading
Oil Kings forward Jake Neighbours’ draft year cut short
By Quinn Phillips Sports Anchor/Reporter
Oil Kings forward Jake Neighbours had his draft year cut short due to COVID-19, but the 18-year-old is keeping a positive attitude through it all. Continue reading
Alberta oil sector hopeful as OPEC, allies agree to production cuts
By Heather Yourex-West Network Digital Journalist: Alberta Correspondent
Following dispute between Saudi Arabia and Russia in March, OPEC ramped up production. As a result, commodity prices collapsed. Continue reading
Many summertime decisions put off as Edmonton officials monitor COVID-19 pandemic
By Scott Johnston Reporter
For 2020, 292 events had been scheduled, the councillors were told. So far, 55 have been cancelled. Continue reading
Healed from wrist injury, Lions QB Mike Reilly plays waiting game for new season
B.C. Lions quarterback Mike Reilly has been in Seattle during the COVID-19 pandemic. He is now playing the waiting game for when the CFL season will start. Continue reading
Global deal in the works to pump less crude oil, stabilize market
Oil prices have more than halved since the start of the year amid a pricing war between Saudi Arabia and Russia. Continue reading
Kenney faces online backlash as #BringBackDrHinshaw trends on Twitter
By Kirby Bourne Digital Content Coordinator
Dr. Deena Hinshaw has quickly become a trusted source for Albertans as she calmly delivers the latest news on the COVID-19 pandemic. Continue reading
Edmonton foundations launch campaign to support health-care workers
By Chris Chacon Digital Journalist
Eight Edmonton health foundations are encouraging all Albertans to place hearts on their windows to show support for health-care workers. Continue reading
Spruce Grove Easter egg hunt spreads hope around the world
By Sarah Ryan Reporter
A mother from Spruce Grove, Alta., had a simple idea to make Easter brighter for children during the coronavirus pandemic: a socially distant Easter egg hunt. Continue reading
Coronavirus: Questions raised over moving seniors out of long-term care homes
By Jill Croteau Reporter
Families with loved ones in long-term care or group homes are faced with heart-wrenching decisions during the COVID-19 pandemic. Given the high potential for outbreaks, many wonder if it’s safe to take them out of their familiar surroundings. Continue reading
Images show how long-term care workers may have spread coronavirus
The images feature risky practices by staff that may reflect a larger pattern plaguing hundreds of long-term care facilities across Canada. Continue reading
Darkness in the Pass
By Nancy Hixt Crime Reporter
‘Crime Beat’ reporter Nancy Hixt takes you through one of the most disturbing cases she’s covered — one that the family of the victims calls a real-life horror show. Continue reading
Investing in climate goals could play key role in coronavirus economic recovery
The federal budget, which was set to come March 30 before the pandemic delayed its release indefinitely, was promised to be a down payment on the government’s strategy to reach net-zero emissions by 2050. Continue reading
Resources for Alberta small businesses struggling through COVID-19 pandemic
Business Link is meant to serve as a one-stop resource to connect small businesses with free advice, coaching and information. Continue reading
Edmonton Oilers Connor McDavid praying for Colby Cave after emergency brain surgery
Two days after Edmonton Oilers’ forward Colby Cave was admitted to the hospital, the team’s captain talked about Cave and his strength. Continue reading
Alberta sees 3 more deaths from COVID-19; hospital expansion announced in Calgary
Alberta’s COVID-19 death toll rose by three Thursday, reaching 32 total fatalities from the disease. Twenty-two of those were in the Calgary zone. Continue reading
St. Albert RCMP warn public about release of high-risk offender
By Kendra Slugoski Reporter
RCMP in St. Albert are sending out a warning about the release of a high-risk offender in the community. Continue reading
Strangers help Edmonton families in need celebrate Easter
By Sarah Ryan Reporter
A random act of generosity by one Edmonton family just ahead of Easter has inspired dozens of other strangers to hop on board and play the Easter bunny for those in need. Continue reading
Slave Lake deems Easter Bunny an essential worker during COVID-19 pandemic
By Kendra Slugoski Reporter
The Town of Slave Lake said despite rumours, the Easter Bunny and Tooth Fairy remain essential workers and will continue deliveries throughout the long weekend. Continue reading
Edmonton woman facing fraud-related arson charges after restaurant fire
By Kirby Bourne Digital Content Coordinator
A woman has been charged and police are looking for a second suspect after a fire was deliberately set at an Edmonton Chinese food restaurant. Continue reading
Protest held in Fort Saskatchewan after man charged in death of infant son granted bail
Damien Starrett, of Fort Saskatchewan, Alta., has been charged with second-degree murder in connection with the death of his one-year-old son, Ares. Continue reading
Alberta Medical Association files lawsuit against provincial government
The Alberta Medical Association cites the termination of its agreement, the government’s conduct during negotiations and Bill 21 as some of the reasons for filing the claim. Continue reading