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SASKATOON NEWS
Road construction to close portion of McOrmond Drive for two weeks
Traffic restrictions are in place for the next two weeks or so due to construction work on McOrmond Drive between Kerr Road and Addison Road. The work is expected to take two weeks and detours are in place.
Saskatoon police investigate weekend shootings at two homes
Saskatoon police said they did not believe the shootings were related, but members of the force's Guns and Gangs Unit were investigating after separate incidents on Saturday and Monday.
Saskatoon police briefs: Family bear sprayed in home, taxi driver shot with BB gun over long weekend
Saskatoon police responded to a litany of incidents over the course of the May long weekend, including bear spray attacks, a parking lot fight, a taxi driver allegedly shot and an unsuccessful robbery attempt.
Naked man arrested after allegedly entering Saskatoon home
Police said the man was arrested, but was later released "into medical care." He will later be charged with committing an indecent act, police said, along with unlawfully entering a dwelling.
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS
Former Moose Jaw mayor 'heartbroken,' upset over Snowbirds grounding
While experts see benefits to upgrading the Snowbirds' fleet, some Saskatchewan leaders are voicing concerns about poor planning, leading to the temporary grounding of the air demonstration team.
Mark Friesen, COVID-19 protester and political fighter, has died
People's Party of Canada candidate and COVID-19 pandemic protester Mark Friesen died in hospital on May 15 after contracting pneumonia. He had been previously diagnosed with frontal lobe dementia and ALS.
Man who allegedly escaped from Yorkton jail arrested in Saskatoon: RCMP
The Saskatchewan RCMP said Duncan Highway was arrested by city police officers in Saskatoon on Sunday. He appeared in court on Tuesday, facing a charge of being unlawfully at large.
Judges dismiss appeal from Michael Gordon Jackson in Sask. vaccine abduction case
Michael Gordon Jackson appealed his 2022 conviction and the sentence he received of a year in custody - time he had already served prior to his conviction - plus two years of probation.
TODAY ON EVAN BRAY
The Evan Bray Show - Wednesday, May 20
On Wednesday's show, Evan talks about the Snowbirds with an alumnus and Tourism Moose Jaw to understand the impact of the fleet's grounding and finds out traditional weddings are going by the wayside.
THE GREEN ZONE REPLAY
The Green Zone Replay - Tuesday, May 19
Will the Carolina Hurricanes walk all over the Montreal Canadiens? Will Colorado Avalanche or Vegas Golden Knights win the Western Conference? And we revisit Monday's Riders-Stampeders pre-season game.
SPORTS
First-round draft pick Fletcher MacDonald excited to join Regina Pats
Fletcher MacDonald admitted he was surprised to be picked ninth overall in the WHL Prospects Draft. The Edmonton player was the first goalie to be taken in the top 10 since Taylor Gauthier in 2016.
Fans disappointed over ticket, hotel costs during World Cup in Vancouver
Destination Vancouver says June hotel bookings in the city are down 20 per cent when compared with the same time in 2025. However, it said that it remains hopeful they'll fill up closer to kickoff.
Dale West, 1966 Roughriders Grey Cup champion, dies at 84
One of the best defensive backs in Saskatchewan Roughriders history, Dale West was a key part of the 1966 Grey Cup-winning team. He died on Tuesday morning according to the club. He was 84.
Poll suggests many Canadians worry about sports betting turning into problem gambling
Just under half of the respondents who were betting on sports said they had used a responsible gambling tool like a deposit limit or spend tracker.
CANADA & WORLD
Carney lays out pipeline conditions before talks with Eby on B.C.'s priorities
Carney noted that the pipeline would only go ahead with the creation of the Pathways carbon capture project as well as substantial economic benefits for B.C. and consultation with First Nations.
Canadian steel companies pay millions after U.S says they didn't pay proper tariffs
U.S. Assistant Attorney General Brett A. Shumate says the U.S. Justice Department will "zealously pursue anyone who fraudulently evades the duties owed on steel products imported into this country."
US announces criminal case against former Cuban President Raúl Castro
The indictment was related to Castro's alleged role in the downing of two small planes operated by the exile group Brothers to the Rescue. Castro, now 94, was Cuba's defense minister at the time.
Anand says she will summon Israeli ambassador over treatment of Gaza flotilla
Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand says she's directed her officials to summon Israeli Ambassador Iddo Moed after the "mistreatment of civilians" aboard a Gaza-bound flotilla.
AGRICULTURE
From lake to plate: Chefs take pride in serving wild rice dishes
Some of chef Jamie Charles' best sellers include a wild rice burger with bacon and sautéed mushrooms and onions, as well as shepherds pie. He also adds it into a stuffing to accompany turkey.
Saskatchewan producers making progress on seeding after delayed start to season
But despite the solid progress producers across Saskatchewan made over the past week, seeding is still well behind the five-year average of 28 per cent and the 10-year average of 27 per cent.
Committee calls for reversal of agricultural research centre closures
A House of Commons committee is recommending the government halt its decision to close agricultural research centres and experimental farm sites across Canada as part of its cost-cutting exercise.
Some Saskatchewan farmers excited for extra moisture to kick off seeding
Brendan and Rustie Sobchuk farm outside of Lang. They say plenty of soil moisture and full dugouts in their area are creating feelings of optimism about a strong start to the growing season.
SASKATCHEWAN STORIES WITH BRITTANY CAFFET
Meet the metal detectorist uncovering Regina's buried treasure
James Kirkpatrick spends his days sweeping Regina parks for hidden relics, uncovering coins, rings and forgotten stories buried just beneath the surface.
Munch Café: A Regina restaurant where ability comes first
Munch Café and Catering looks like any other restaurant, but behind the counter is a team of people with disabilities building skills, confidence and careers in a supportive workplace.
Meet the 89-year-old blacksmith keeping the craft alive
Pop's Old Forge near Marcelin has become a living classroom where 89-year-old Hubert Smith forges iron and keeps a nearly lost trade burning bright.
A mom is a mom: Paying tribute to foster moms this Mother's Day
From family dinners to difficult goodbyes, foster moms like Deb Davies shape lives in ways that last forever. This Mother's Day, we celebrate their quiet, powerful impact.
