Man hospitalized after stabbing at South Campus LRT station, suspect arrested
Aurora Cannabis says there is no beverage deal to announce
Fort Macleod boy found safe after SUV he was in stolen
Some Alberta cellphone users didn’t receive Amber Alert
Incidents of student violence against teachers likely higher than reported, experts say
Edmonton Eskimos back from bye and ready for stretch drive
Off-duty Edmonton firefighter who rescued man from fiery crash ‘humbled’ by recognition
An off-duty firefighter who was recognized at a special ceremony at Edmonton City Hall Tuesday hopes his story inspires people to “think about others.” Continue reading
Red Deer RCMP arrest 9 in 6 days
Red Deer RCMP arrested nine people in a week of policing activity. Most of the individuals were previously wanted on arrests, were breaching probation or parole, or had court-imposed restrictions. Continue reading
The Emmys had a sweet surprise proposal, but is popping the question in public ever a good idea?
Popping the big question in public is risky, and there are instances when proposing in private is best. Continue reading
23-year-old woman struck and killed by truck in north Edmonton
A woman who was struck by a truck while walking on a sidewalk in northeast Edmonton shortly before 9 a.m. Tuesday died from her injuries. Continue reading
Opioid overdoses killed more than 1,000 Canadians in the first quarter of 2018
Opioid overdoses killed an estimated 1,036 Canadians between January and March 2018, according to new figures. Continue reading
Class action filed against gas company after explosions kill 1, injure dozens in Massachusetts
The lawsuit is the first of what’s likely to be several filed against Columbia Gas and its parent company over Thursday’s explosions , which killed one person and injured more than two dozen in Lawrence, Andover and North Andover. Continue reading
‘Mom feels more like a dad’: how Alberta couple explained transition to 5 kids
By Kim Smith Reporter
Two years ago marked a big change for the Okotoks, Alta. family after the kids began referring to their “mom” as “dad.” Continue reading
With Turin out, Italy moves forward with Milan Cortina 2026 Olympic bid
Turin’s exclusion follows infighting between Milan Mayor Giuseppe Sala and Turin counterpart Chiara Appendino, who had been arguing over the bid’s leadership and naming rights. Continue reading
Sean Penn says #MeToo movement is trying to ‘divide men and women’
‘I’m very suspicious of a movement that gets glommed onto in great stridency and rage and without nuance,’ Sean Penn said. Continue reading
Red Deer 7-Eleven robbed at gunpoint
Red Deer RCMP say a 7-Eleven employee was uninjured after having a handgun pointed at him during an armed robbery Monday morning. Continue reading
Edmonton city council approves 23-storey ‘The View’ tower in Oliver
Council rejected Westrich Pacific’s larger tower proposal last year over concerns about the small lot size and height of the building in the Oliver neighbourhood. Continue reading
NAFTA talks: Freeland says Canada has a ‘talent for compromise,’ American officials don’t agree
It’s now 13 months into NAFTA talks. Freeland told reporters that any negotiator who goes into a negotiation intent on making a deal at any price, “will be forced to pay the maximum price for that deal.” Continue reading
‘Stopped him in his tracks’: Outrage after former pro hockey player kills grizzly
The posts of him posing with the dead animals have sparked criticism and threats from other social media users. Continue reading
Kailer Yamamoto converts two breakaways as Edmonton Oilers beat Flames in Calgary 7-4
The Oilers scored four in the third to down the Flames. Continue reading
Billy Idol returning to Las Vegas for another residency tour
Another Rebel Yell in Sin City: Billy Idol shows no sign of stopping. Continue reading
Man charged with murder after Spanish champion golfer found dead on Iowa course
A man has been charged in the killing of a former champion golfer from Spain, after the Iowa State University student’s body was found Monday morning at a golf course in central Iowa. Continue reading
Incredible fire tornado shocks wildfire crew in northern B.C.
By Amy Judd Online Supervisor BC
Video captured and posted to social media shows some B.C. wildfire fighters dealing with a huge blaze near Vanderhoof, including a fire whirl or fire tornado. Continue reading
German doctors say poisoning is ‘highly plausible’ for Russian-Canadian Pussy Riot member
German doctors treating Pyotr Verzilov, a member of Russian protest group Pussy Riot, said Tuesday that claims he was poisoned are “highly plausible” but stressed they can’t say how this might have occurred or who was responsible. Continue reading
Man charged with first-degree murder in death of Belgian tourist in B.C.
By Amy Judd Online Supervisor BC
Amelie Christelle Sakkalis, 28, was found dead north of Boston Bar near Highway 1, on Aug. 22. Continue reading
No NAFTA deal without Canada: U.S. House Democratic leader Nancy Pelosi
Pelosi’s remarks are significant because she could be the speaker of the House if Democrats with the midterm elections, and any NAFTA renewal deal will be reviewed by the next Congress. Continue reading
Edmonton Oilers’ young line will get another chance to shine Tuesday night
Benson and McLeod each had two assists against the Flames on Monday night. Yamamoto, who shone in last year’s pre-season, had two goals and an assist. Continue reading
Off-duty Edmonton firefighter who rescued man from fiery crash ‘humbled’ by recognition
An off-duty firefighter who was recognized at a special ceremony at Edmonton City Hall Tuesday hopes his story inspires people to “think about others.” Continue reading
Red Deer RCMP arrest 9 in 6 days
Red Deer RCMP arrested nine people in a week of policing activity. Most of the individuals were previously wanted on arrests, were breaching probation or parole, or had court-imposed restrictions. Continue reading
23-year-old woman struck and killed by truck in north Edmonton
A woman who was struck by a truck while walking on a sidewalk in northeast Edmonton shortly before 9 a.m. Tuesday died from her injuries. Continue reading
Opioid overdoses killed more than 1,000 Canadians in the first quarter of 2018
Opioid overdoses killed an estimated 1,036 Canadians between January and March 2018, according to new figures. Continue reading
‘Mom feels more like a dad’: how Alberta couple explained transition to 5 kids
By Kim Smith Reporter
Two years ago marked a big change for the Okotoks, Alta. family after the kids began referring to their “mom” as “dad.” Continue reading
Aurora Cannabis says there is no beverage deal to announce
In a report based on anonymous sources, BNN Bloomberg reported Monday that Aurora was in serious talks with the Coca-Cola Company. Continue reading
With Turin out, Italy moves forward with Milan Cortina 2026 Olympic bid
Turin’s exclusion follows infighting between Milan Mayor Giuseppe Sala and Turin counterpart Chiara Appendino, who had been arguing over the bid’s leadership and naming rights. Continue reading
Red Deer 7-Eleven robbed at gunpoint
Red Deer RCMP say a 7-Eleven employee was uninjured after having a handgun pointed at him during an armed robbery Monday morning. Continue reading
Fort Macleod boy found safe after SUV he was in stolen
At around 1:30 a.m. Tuesday, police said the child had been safely located. He was not injured and the stolen vehicle was also recovered. Continue reading
Man hospitalized after stabbing at South Campus LRT station, suspect arrested
A witness said she heard a scuffle and then saw a man, clutching the left side of his torso, yell out for someone to call 911 before he collapsed on the ground. Continue reading
Edmonton city council approves 23-storey ‘The View’ tower in Oliver
Council rejected Westrich Pacific’s larger tower proposal last year over concerns about the small lot size and height of the building in the Oliver neighbourhood. Continue reading
Incidents of student violence against teachers likely higher than reported, experts say
By Julia Wong Digital Broadcast Journalist
Incident reports from EPSB and ECSD, which cover the 2016 to 2017 school year, reveal teachers routinely experience violence at the hands of their students. Continue reading
‘Stopped him in his tracks’: Outrage after former pro hockey player kills grizzly
The posts of him posing with the dead animals have sparked criticism and threats from other social media users. Continue reading
Kailer Yamamoto converts two breakaways as Edmonton Oilers beat Flames in Calgary 7-4
The Oilers scored four in the third to down the Flames. Continue reading
Livestock shelters used as temporary solution for Wetaskiwin homeless problems
By Quinn Ohler Anchor/Reporter
The City of Wetaskiwin has partnered with community groups and is currently seeking funding for more permanent solutions including emergency shelter spaces. Continue reading
Edmonton Eskimos back from bye and ready for stretch drive
By Morley Scott Sports Anchor/Eskimos play-by-play
The home stretch of the Canadian Football League 2018 schedule is about to begin for the Edmonton Eskimos, who will begin the final third of the season in Ottawa on Saturday. Continue reading
B.C. Liberals blame provincial government’s Trans Mountain stance on increase of crude by rail
By Richard Zussman Online Journalist based at B.C. Legislature
The B.C. Liberals are raising the alarm bells about an increase of crude oil by rail shipments by the Canadian National Railway Co. since the debate around the Trans Mountain pipeline has intensified. Continue reading
Some Alberta cellphone users didn’t receive Amber Alert
After a child was abducted in Saskatchewan Sunday night, an Amber Alert was shared in Alberta, but did it reach everyone’s wireless devices? Continue reading
Second-hand economy booms in Alberta amid increase in online buy-and-sell group membership
By Tomasia DaSilva Business Anchor
Alberta is helping lead the way when it comes to the second-hand economy. We look at why we’re cashing in and the new tools we’re using to save and make money. Continue reading
Man dies in ATV rollover in northern Alberta
Investigators believe the man tried to turn into a driveway when the vehicle rolled. Continue reading
Alberta-wide review of school seclusion rooms coming ‘in a matter of weeks’
Alberta’s education minister says work to develop a policy regarding the use of isolation rooms in schools has already started and review guidelines are expected within weeks. Continue reading
Edmonton Oilers sign Darnell Nurse to $3.2M deal
The Edmonton Oilers have come to an agreement with restricted free agent Darnell Nurse on a new deal. Continue reading
Private schools making progress on gay-straight alliances: Alberta education minister
David Eggen says there are fewer private schools defying the rules and says those that don’t comply will have the policy imposed on them. Continue reading
Intelligence, not breed, biggest predictor of dog aggression: experts
Alberta dog experts weigh in on whether certain breeds can be a predictor of aggression and how dogs show signs of aggression. Continue reading
