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SASKATOON NEWS
Traffic disrupted after three-vehicle crash that included ambulance in Saskatoon
Traffic has been slowed to a crawl at Highway 16 and 71st Street after the crash on Saturday morning. Saskatoon Fire Department said all of the people in the vehicles were able to get out of the vehicles.
No injuries in apartment fire on Saskatoon's Appleby Drive
Five Saskatoon Fire Department engines and dozens of firefighters responded to a fire at 806 Appleby Drive on Thursday afternoon. Hundreds of people stood outside watching the smoke and flames.
City of Saskatoon bringing on extra workers to tackle potholes, with more than 3,700 reported
More than 3,700 potholes have been reported by citizens using the city's online map, which the city said represents "an increase of more than 2,000 potholes compared to the same period in 2025."
Several Circle Drive ramps to be closed or restricted for improvements over the weekend
A number of ramps connecting to Circle Drive will be closed or see traffic restrictions put in place over the weekend in order to accommodate construction and improvement projects.
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS
Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation renews call for help after two recent homicides
Chief Peter Beatty said the community needs more long-term support for ongoing and serious violence, including multiple drive-by shootings in recent weeks and numerous firearms and bear spray incidents.
Regina gopher control program defended by mayor
Regina Mayor Chad Bachynski says the city's gopher control program uses a Health Canada-approved product targeted deep into burrows, after concerns were raised about pets and wildlife.
A wet spring could bring early mosquitoes in Saskatchewan
A University of Saskatchewan insect expert says standing water from spring rain and snowmelt could bring mosquitoes, but he is not convinced the province is headed for a major mosquito season.
First Saskatchewan tornado of 2026 spins north of Belle Plaine
Environment Canada said the landspout tornado, generally considered weaker than traditional tornadoes, formed around 1:30 p.m. north of Belle Plaine and lasted no longer than 10 minutes.
TODAY ON EVAN BRAY
The Evan Bray Show - Friday, May 22
On Friday's show, Evan speaks with a Saskatchewan runner who is planning to run the vertical length of Saskatchewan (about 1,600 kilometres), and discusses the referendum vote in Alberta and fishing season.
THE GREEN ZONE REPLAY
The Green Zone Replay - Friday, May 22
Rider Nick Wiebe talks about training camp and previews tomorrow's pre-season game, Drew Remenda and Victor Findlay take a look at Montreal Canadiens, and who should be worried - Avalanche or Hurricanes?
SPORTS
FIFA World Cup: Mark Carney welcomes trophy to Ottawa
Carney may have been the first Canadian to ever hoist the FIFA World Cup trophy as he welcomed FIFA president Gianni Infantino to Ottawa on Sunday. Canada's first game is set for June 12 in Toronto.
NASCAR legend Kyle Busch died after severe pneumonia progressed into sepsis
Two-time NASCAR champion Kyle Busch, who passed out in a Chevrolet simulator, died a day later after severe pneumonia progressed into sepsis according to a statement released by his family.
Hotel association in B.C. blames bad messaging for World Cup vacancies
Vancouver hosts the first of seven World Cup matches in the city on June 13. The association is blaming flawed "messaging" that has left tourists with the false impression no rooms are available.
Griffiths Stadium "Riderized" for first Saskatoon Roughriders game since 1991
Organizers brought in an entire sound system along with the largest video board in North America to transform the Huskies stadium for Saskatchewan's team, giving fans an authentic game day experience.
CANADA & WORLD
'This country cannot be broken:' Campaign launched to keep Alberta in Canada
Thomas Lukaszuk, Alberta's former deputy premier, said his Forever Canadian campaign will see him and hundreds of volunteers zigzagging the province to encourage Albertans to vote for staying in Canada.
Suspect dead after approaching White House checkpoint with weapon
A person who approached a security checkpoint and began firing at officers has died, according to the U.S. Secret Service. President Donald Trump - who was at the White House - was not "impacted."
Damaged chemical tank sparks evacuations, state of emergency in California
A state of emergency for Orange County was issued following a hazardous chemical incident at an aerospace facility that has resulted in the evacuation of tens of thousands of residents.
Deadliest coal mine explosion in China in years kills at least 82 people
Authorities said 82 were dead and that more than 120 people were hospitalized. The explosion is under investigation, with officials saying there were "serious violations" of the law by the mine operator.
AGRICULTURE
Soggy conditions mean some fields in Saskatchewan could go unseeded this season: APAS
Some farmers haven't started seeding yet as wet fields, snow, and washed-out roads prevent them from getting equipment into their fields. Seeding is just 29 per cent complete across the province.
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.
SASKATCHEWAN STORIES WITH BRITTANY CAFFET
Meet the woman giving Saskatoon's abandoned bunnies a second chance
Easter brings more than egg hunts - it brings abandoned pet rabbits. Since 2018, Donna Barth with River Haze Street Rabbit Rescue has rehomed 145 domestic rabbits found on Saskatoon streets.
Repair Café giving broken items a second chance in Saskatoon
Once a month at Saskatoon Makerspace, volunteers help community members fix broken household items for free, sharing skills and bringing everything from lamps to coffee makers or clothing back to life.
Where fun meets fitness: Exploring Dynasty Ninja in Saskatoon
Dynasty Ninja is Saskatoon's ninja gym, where kids and adults train with climbing, swinging and balancing obstacles to improve strength, agility and confidence.
Osler's sweet surprise: Made in Saskatchewan maple syrup
Think maple syrup only comes from Quebec or Ontario? Think again. Osler's Josh Wiebe is boiling sap from Manitoba maple trees into delicious syrup, right here on the prairies.
