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SASKATOON NEWS
Teen, 15, charged with second-degree murder in Saskatoon: Police
The victim was not identified by police, and the youth who was charged with murder cannot be named publicly due to provisions of Canada's Youth Criminal Justice Act.
Saskatoon Transit working to fix disruption around smart card sales, reloads
According to the City of Saskatoon, the smart card disruption was caused by "a routine software update" to its retail sales platform, and the source of the error has been identified.
Teen to receive sentence for role in fiery May crash on Idylwyld Drive
The teen was originally set to be sentenced on July 28, but the case was adjourned to allow time for an additional victim impact statement to be written. The teen pleaded guilty to various charges in June.
'Urinated, defecated, bled on': Saskatoon to remove 25 downtown benches
The city is removing 25 benches on the advice of the Downtown Saskatoon Business Improvement District. Downtown Saskatoon's clean team has seen issues with graffiti and unsanitary conditions.
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS
Harvest begins on some Saskatchewan farms while other producers hope for rain
While some farmers have already fired up their combines, the Saskatchewan agriculture ministry said producers in other areas are hoping for rain to help fill in their later-seeded acres.
Downtown Regina mosque to resume call to prayer broadcast with English translation
Rahaman said many responses to their survey included misconceptions about the Muslim faith. He wants to meet with other leaders to talk about freedom of religion, and address some of the misconceptions.
B.C. woman charged after Mounties seize 10.25 kilos of cocaine during traffic stop: RCMP
Police said a 33-year-old woman from Windermere, B.C. is facing charges of possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking and possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000.
Sask. company ordered to pay $8,000 after worker injured in fall from ladder
The charges related to an incident on May 10, 2024, when a worker in Wadena was injured after falling from a ladder onto a concrete floor while replacing springs on an overhead door.
TODAY ON EVAN BRAY
The Evan Bray Show - Thursday, August 6
8:30 - The Saskatchewan government is throwing its support behind new event centre projects in Saskatoon, Prince Albert, and North Battleford, pledging to match federal funding if Ottawa comes to the table. But not ...
THE GREEN ZONE REPLAY
The Green Zone Replay - Wednesday, Aug. 5
On Wednesday's show, Jamie has previews of the Miami Dolphins and New England Patriots, as the NFL season approaches. Plus Roughriders talk with defensive lineman Devin Adams and Riders reporter Britton Gray.
SPORTS
Saskatoon Mamba embracing underdog role in return to CEBL playoffs against Winnipeg
A four-year Canadian Elite Basketball League playoff drought comes to an end for the Saskatoon Mamba on Thursday as the team visits the Winnipeg Sea Bears for an all-prairie first round matchup.
Your grandma was right: Why everyone's suddenly playing pickleball
Think pickleball is just for retirees? Think again. Ahead of National Pickleball Day, Saskatchewan ambassador Amy Klassen explains why people are rallying behind this fast-growing sport.
'Suffering together': Run clubs have exploded. Here's where you can find them in Saskatoon
Saskatoon now has so many run clubs, you can pretty much find a community jaunt to clock some mileage with, any day of the week. We've compiled a full list of the city's run clubs.
Saskatoon Comets report record-breaking interest for girls hockey programs
A total of 862 girls have registered for Saskatoon and District Comets Female Hockey this fall, which has marked a near 19 per cent increase in registrations for the organization dating back to 2023.
CANADA & WORLD
Poilievre says Carney must explain 'failed' screening that led to NATO spy case
At a Thursday news conference in Calgary, Defence Minister David McGuinty told reporters it would be "irresponsible" for him to comment on any specific aspects the NATO espionage case.
N.S. attorney general wants answers after innocent man serves 18 months in prison
Nova Scotia's attorney general says he wants answers on how an innocent man served 18 months in prison for child exploitation charges after investigators mixed up his online username.
Nova Scotian children under 14 will soon be banned from e-scooters and e-bikes
Nova Scotia Public Works Minister Fred Tilley says the age restriction for e-bikes and e-scooters is part of a slate of changes that will be made to the province's Traffic Safety Act.
Judge authorizes class action by Jewish students against McGill
The lawsuit alleges that Jewish students were the victims of antisemitic and anti-Zionist activities, speeches, harassment and even assault during a series of protests that began after Oct. 7, 2023.
AGRICULTURE
Harvest begins on some Saskatchewan farms while other producers hope for rain
While some farmers have already fired up their combines, the Saskatchewan agriculture ministry said producers in other areas are hoping for rain to help fill in their later-seeded acres.
Hot weather helping speed up crop development in Saskatchewan
The Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture said humid conditions created some challenges during haying operations, slowing down both cutting and baling, but farmers continued to make good progress.
Louis Dreyfus to add 140 jobs in Yorkton
The changes to the company's canola processing site will more than double its crushing its capacity and the new jobs will bring the company's workforce up to 260 people by the end of 2026.
Warm weather and drier conditions helping Sask. producers - and their crops - catch up
While the warm, humid weather over the past week was likely welcomed by many farmers, agriculture ministry said the weather also created conditions favourable for disease development.
SASKATCHEWAN STORIES WITH BRITTANY CAFFET
Your grandma was right: Why everyone's suddenly playing pickleball
Think pickleball is just for retirees? Think again. Ahead of National Pickleball Day, Saskatchewan ambassador Amy Klassen explains why people are rallying behind this fast-growing sport.
Before he was a Roughriders star, Trevor Harris was a dancer
He can read a defence, escape a pass rush and lead a CFL offence. But before Trevor Harris became a Saskatchewan Roughriders quarterback, he was a kid learning hip hop, jazz and tap from his mom.
Two left feet? Right this way: Inside Saskatoon's Ballroom Dancing Club
For 62 years, the University of Saskatchewan Ballroom Dancing Club has turned hesitant beginners into confident dancers - creating friendships, memories and a community that keeps people coming back.
From handoffs to headlocks: The other side of Roughrider running back AJ Ouellette
Saskatchewan Roughriders running back AJ Ouellette is a champion on the football field. But in the offseason, he trades his cleats for wrestling boots, pursuing his passion for professional wrestling.
