Regina Latest News

• 20-year-old U.S. tourist goes missing in Spain during spring break trip

  James 'Jimmy' Gracey was reported missing after he didn't return to the short-term rental where he was staying with friends during spring break.

  World

  31 mins
• Carney climate plan at risk as Canadian oil companies stress need to boost production

  A key plank of Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's climate plan is unlikely to hit its implementation date, raising new doubts about Canada meeting its climate change goals.

  Environment

  1 hour
• Legalizing pepper spray would give ‘false sense of security,’ experts warn

  In Canada, any spray that is capable of injuring or incapacitating someone is currently considered to be a prohibited weapon, including any kind of mace or pepper spray.

  Canada

  2 hours
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• U.K. meningitis outbreak worsens, chief medical advisor calls it ‘unprecedented’

  The U.K. Health Security Agency described the event as 'rapidly evolving' and warned of the potential for further cases.

  World

  2 hours
• Making ammunition in Canada ‘essential’ for independence: defence minister

  Defence Minister David McGuinty announced the launch of the Canadian Defence Industry Resilience Program Wednesday, with a focus on making ammunition in Canada.

  Canada

  2 hours
• Taylor Frankie Paul breaks silence on alleged domestic violence incident

  'I'm a person that will always speak my truth — that's what I'm known for," the 'Mormon Wives' star said after allegations of a domestic violence incident with ex Dakota Mortensen.

  Entertainment

  2 hours
• Canadian Medical Association seeking to intervene on Saskatchewan pronoun case

  The CMA is seeking to intervene in a Supreme Court case on Saskatchewan’s use of the notwithstanding clause over a landmark pronoun case.

  Canada

  3 hours
• Raptors’ upset win surprises many Proline players

  The Toronto Raptors threw a majority of sports bettors off Sunday.

  Sports

  4 hours
• Oscars ratings down 9%, hitting lowest viewership since 2021

  The show also saw a more significant 14 per cent decline among adults aged 18-49 compared to last year.

  Entertainment

  4 hours
• Sean Penn given ‘Oscar’ made from damaged Ukrainian train after skipping show

  In 2022, as a gesture of goodwill, Penn loaned one of his Oscars to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, telling him only to return it when the war was won.

  Entertainment

  4 hours
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• 20 charges laid, 4 arrested following Saskatoon traffic stop

  Four people face 20 charges after a Sunday traffic stop led to the seizure of weapons, fentanyl and counterfeit U.S. cash, police say.

  Crime

  5 hours
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• Bank of Canada holds interest rates as Iran war rattles global economies

  The Bank of Canada held its benchmark lending rate at 2.25 per cent, but Governor Tiff Macklem is keeping an eye on how the Iran war could impact Canada's economy.

  Economy

  5 hours
• Saskatchewan to table deficit budget, but Moe promises protection of public services

  Premier Scott Moe has not said how large the deficit will be but says the province's economy is strong enough to weather global uncertainty. 

  Politics

  5 hours
• Time for ‘serious’ talks on how AI uses news media information: minister

  Culture Minister Marc Miller says the government must have a serious conversation about AI systems’ use of news to ensure companies are acting responsibly.

  Canada

  5 hours
• Global markets rise, oil prices retreat despite Iran war escalation

  U.S. benchmark crude fell US$1.24 to US$94.53 per barrel. Brent crude, the international standard, rose to US$104.17 per barrel. That's down from more than US$106 on Monday.

  World

  6 hours
• Saskatoon businesses concerned about 1st Avenue rapid transit plan

  Saskatoon's new bus rapid transit is facing some backlash from Downtown Businesses as they are concerned about the loss of parking and bus lanes on 1st Avenue.

  Traffic

  Mar 17
• Saskatchewan finance minister says deficit budget aims to protect provincial services

  Saskatchewan's finance minister Jim Reiter tells reporters Tuesday he is opting to re-wear last year's budget shoes as the province braces for a deficit budget.

  Politics

  Mar 17
• Ottawa appeals Emergencies Act use during ‘Freedom Convoy’ to Supreme Court

  The federal government is appealing a January ruling from the Federal Court of Appeal that upheld the use of the emergencies law breached Charter rights.

  Canada

  Mar 17
• World Anti-Doping Agency agrees to limit athlete data use, watchdog says

  Canada's privacy commissioner said the agency agreed to measures to ensure international sports bodies only use highly sensitive personal information for anti-doping purposes.

  Canada

  Mar 17
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• Pam Bondi faces April deposition over handling of Jeffrey Epstein case

  Bondi was ordered to appear for a deposition on April 14 by the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform after a vote earlier this month that was supported by five Republicans.

  U.S. News

  Mar 17
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• An exercise program proves life-changing for this Nova Scotia cancer patient

  Since 2018, the ACCESS program has partnered the Nova Scotia Cancer Care Program and has seen over 500 participants come through the program.

  Health

  Mar 17
• Ukraine, allies seek support against Russia as Iran war shifts focus

  Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged Ukraine's allies not to forget about his country, and suggested the U.S. and others should make use of Ukraine's anti-drone technology during the war.

  World

  Mar 17
• Kennedy Center board agrees to close for 2 years for renovations

  Trump has cited the need for repairs as a reason for the closure, despite the building undergoing a $250-million renovation in 2019.

  U.S. News

  Mar 17
• Bank of America settles lawsuit filed by Jeffrey Epstein victims

  Bank of America tentatively settled a lawsuit claiming it ignored suspicious financial transactions involving Jeffrey Epstein while he sexually abused hundreds of girls and women.

  U.S. News

  Mar 17
• Canada Energy Regulator projects power generation surge, wind a major source

  A report from the Canada Energy Regulator predicts renewable energy, especially wind, will play an increasingly important role is meeting the country's future energy demand.

  Economy

  Mar 17