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SASKATOON NEWS
Saskatoon philanthropist, business woman Irene Dubé dead at 89
A Saskatchewan philanthropist who spoke out about the importance of mental health care, knitted afghans for hospital patients and donated millions of dollars to Saskatchewan charities and hospitals has died.
Man charged with voyeurism at U of S was plaintiff in lawsuit against Saskatoon Christian school
Saskatoon police arrested and charged Mark Drapak with voyeurism on June 4 after getting reports of a man taking inappropriate pictures of women on the school's campus without consent.
Acadia Drive water main replacement project 'taking longer than anticipated': City of Saskatoon
The city said the water main upgrade project on Acadia Drive is now expected to be completed "during the week of June 16, barring weather delays and unforeseen circumstances."
Saskatoon police briefs: Stabbing on city bus, multiple people injured with bear spray
Police said officers were called to the city's downtown bus terminal at Third Avenue and 23rd Street at around 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, after a female victim was stabbed on a Saskatoon Transit bus.
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS
Regina man dead after car and semi collide on Highway 39 on Thursday: RCMP
"The sole occupant of the car was declared deceased by EMS at the scene. He has been identified as a 31-year-old male from Regina. His family has been notified," the RCMP said in a statement.
Two men facing attempted murder and organized crime charges: Regina police
The Regina Police Service said a 31-year-old man and a 37-year-old man were each charged with attempted murder and committing an offence for a criminal organization on Wednesday.
Community bands together to weather storm with southeast Sask. family after tornado
Several fundraisers are under way to assist the Brock family who lost their farm near Alameda in Tuesday's tornado, as the rural municipality works to help with property and livestock losses.
Alameda family grateful to be alive after tornado destroys Saskatchewan farm
Danny Brock and his three children were home Tuesday, knowing that weather warnings had been issued by Environment Canada. Now, their family farm looks more like a wasteland full of wreckage.
TODAY ON EVAN BRAY
The Evan Bray Show - Friday, June 12
8:30 - The Riders are getting ready for their home opener this weekend, complete with tailgating, new this year. Add in a Stanley Cup Final that's delivering plenty of drama and the countdown to the FIFA World Cup, ...
THE GREEN ZONE REPLAY
The Green Zone Replay - Thursday, June 11
Jamie and Locker discuss the Stanley Cup finals heading into Game 5 and the World Cup getting underway today with Canada on the pitch tomorrow, then ask whether you're cheering for Nathan Rourke to be great?
SPORTS
What to know before tailgating at the Roughriders' season opener at Mosaic Stadium
Tailgating will make its highly anticipated debut at Mosaic Stadium ahead of the Riders' 2026 season opener against the B.C. Lions. Here's what to know before firing up the grill on Saturday.
Gold medallists, national champs headline Saskatoon Sports Hall of Fame's 2026 class
Five athletes, three builders and one team were officially announced as the Class of 2026 to be inducted into the Saskatoon Sports Hall of Fame on Thursday, ahead of November's formal ceremony.
Riders' linebacker Josh Woods faces off against former team in home opener
Josh Woods spent five seasons with the B.C. Lions but now will look to help the Saskatchewan Roughriders get things started off on the right foot in 2026. Kickoff for Saturday's game is set for 5 p.m.
Former Huskies, Blades coach Bumstead promoted to head coach by PWHL's Seattle Torrent
Former U of S Huskies and Saskatoon Blades coach Christine Bumstead will be behind the bench leading the PWHL's Seattle Torrent next season after she was named head coach.
CANADA & WORLD
Ottawa to table bill to keep products of forced labour out of Canada
Dominic LeBlanc, the minister overseeing Canada-U.S. trade, said Thursday Canada is working to address "long-standing concerns" Washington has about "non-tariff barriers."
US and Iran are close to a deal to end their war, officials say
The apparent breakthrough in negotiations comes after Iran exchanged fire with the U.S. and Israel over three days this week, threatening to return the Middle East to full-scale war.
Elon Musk could become the world's first trillionaire with SpaceX's IPO
Musk on Friday marked the opening of trading on Nasdaq, where the company's shares will be listed, by joining a ceremonial bell ringing from Starbase, the South Texas home of SpaceX.
Taylor Swift becomes the youngest woman inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame at age 36
The hall of fame was established in 1969 to honor those creating popular music. A songwriter with a notable catalog of songs qualifies for induction 20 years after the first commercial release.
AGRICULTURE
Seeding nearly complete across Sask. as producers continue to make good progress
According to the latest crop report from the Ministry of Agriculture, which covered the week ending on Monday, seeding is now 93 per cent complete across the province, up from 80 per cent.
Two more Texas screwworm infections found in animals far apart, USDA says
The screwworm produces a larvae that eats live flesh instead of dead material. Females lay eggs in wounds of warm-blooded animals such as cattle, but wildlife, pets and even humans can be infested.
New World screwworm find leads to Canada blocking livestock from Texas
Canada is temporarily restricting livestock over concerns about a parasitic fly with flesh-eating larvae, with animals that are from or were in the state within 21 days of a border crossing not allowed in.
Seeding 80 per cent complete, as Sask. farmers make solid progress after slow start
Farmers got a late start to seeding in many areas thanks to late-season snow and wet conditions, but producers across Saskatchewan are gradually catching up to the five-year average of 91 per cent.
SASKATCHEWAN STORIES WITH BRITTANY CAFFET
Nakon'i'a with Kunsi: How a puppet is reviving the Nakoda language
A language on the edge of extinction, a teacher who refuses to let it fade and a puppet that suddenly makes children listen. This is how Nakoda is finding its voice again.
Opening doors underground: How one woman is shaping mining culture
Courtney Rohachuk was once told to "harden up" in the male-dominated potash industry. Nineteen years later, at Nutrien, she's helping change what leadership in mining looks like.
Hidden talents of the Saskatchewan Roughriders revealed
What do a sketchbook, a crochet hook, a keyboard and a loaf cake have in common? They might all turn up in the Saskatchewan Roughriders' locker room.
On your marks, get set, mow! Lawn mower racing taking off in rural Saskatchewan
Dust will fly, engines will roar and crowds will cheer as Saskatchewan's Triple Town Crown lawn mower racing circuit returns, with stops in King George, Demaine and Beechy.
