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Three people charged after Saskatoon Constable assaulted during traffic stop
Officers saw open alcohol in the vehicle and when they attempted to take the occupants into custody, three out of four resisted arrest. One of the occupants assaulted the officer.

After 35 hours, fire at Saskatoon local business fully extinguished
A fire investigator will begin an examination of the scene on Friday to explore the cause of the fire and determine a damage estimate. The building is considered a total loss.

Teen girl arrested after stabbing on Saskatoon Transit bus: Police
"Upon arrival, officers located a 17-year-old female suffering from what were believed to be non-life-threatening stab wounds and cuts; she was transported to hospital by paramedics for treatment."

Two men arrested, charged after Saskatoon Police drug trafficking investigation
Following a search warrant, 140 grams of cocaine, 307 dilaudid pills, 116 percocet pills, $1,715, multiple cell phones and other drug trafficking paraphernalia were seized from at least two properties.
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS

Staff sound the alarm in radiology dept. at Regina General Hospital
Fifteen staff signed a letter at the Regina General, saying the department is so short staffed, there have been cases where patients didn't get life-saving treatment in time.

Village of Alvena issues water rationing notice as wildfire burns nearby
According to Environment Canada, wind gusts of up to 70km/hr were forecast. Ray Bauman, Wakaw-Hoodo Fire Chief, said the wind was working against them, but so far, the fire is not a threat to any homes.

Confirmed measles case at Rosthern Hospital triggers exposure alert
The Saskatchewan Health Authority is warning those who were at the Emergency Department at the Rosthern Hospital on May 2nd and 3rd to monitor themselves for 21 days after exposure.

Spring seeding 18 per cent complete across Saskatchewan: Crop Report
"Despite multiple storms throughout the province in April, producers were able to get into their fields and make rapid progress over the last couple of weeks," the agriculture ministry noted.
TODAY ON EVAN BRAY

The Evan Bray Show - Thursday, May 8
Catch up on politics, Neil Stonechild's death, war stories, mental health & music with Brian Lilley, Saskatoon's Cynthia Block & Regina's Chad Bachynski on The Cold Hard Facts.
THE GREEN ZONE REPLAY

The Green Zone Replay - Thursday, May 8
The Maple Leafs take a 2-0 series lead while the Winnipeg Jets are handed a loss on home ice for the first time in these playoffs. Maddoz Schultz joins the show after being drafted first overall by the Regina Pats.
SPORTS

Maddox Schultz lives out a dream being drafted by the Pats: The Green Zone
Maddox Schultz grew up a fan of the WHL's Regina Pats. A dream became a reality when the club selected him first overall in the WHL Prospects Draft. He joined The Green Zone to talk about what it means to him.

From Haiti to Saskatchewan: How Kendy Charles is turning opportunity into his dream
Growing up, the only sport Charles had ever played was soccer. He gave football a shot in Grade 8 but didn't like it. His coach convinced him to give it another try, and he hasn't looked back since.

Pats select Regina's Maddox Schultz first overall in WHL Draft
Maddox Schultz led the way in the Saskatchewan male U18 AAA hockey league and was also the Telus Cup MVP. Now the Regina product will stay home to start his WHL career after the Pats selected him first overall.

Long-time Saskatoon friends realize Riders dream together
Seth Hundeby and Daniel Wiebe essentially grew up together on the football field, playing together on U18 Team Sask, Holy Cross and the Huskies. Now they're thankful to have each other during Rider rookie camp.
CANADA & WORLD

What Trump's agreement with the U.K. suggests about trade talks with Canada
Carleton University international affairs professor Fen Osler Hampson says the deal shows the Trump administration is amenable to negotiation - a positive sign for Ottawa.

Ontario reports almost 200 new measles cases as virus spreads across Canada
Saskatchewan has had two confirmed cases in the last since April 29, while Ontario has had 1,440 confirmed cases to since the outbreak began in October.

Ottawa, Indigenous capital group sign first-of-its-kind 10-year agreement
OTTAWA - Ottawa and the National Aboriginal Capital Corporation Association have signed a first-of-its-kind, $514 million agreement to help boost entrepreneurship. Indigenous Services Canada says it's the first time...

Robert Prevost, first American pope in history of Catholic Church, will take name Leo XIV
Two Saskatchewan bishops were shocked by the quick vote. It only took two days for the 133 cardinals to reach a two-thirds majority. Bishop Mark Hagemoen said his church wasn't quite prepared for the announcement.
AGRICULTURE

Spring seeding 18 per cent complete across Saskatchewan: Crop Report
"Despite multiple storms throughout the province in April, producers were able to get into their fields and make rapid progress over the last couple of weeks," the agriculture ministry noted.

Saskatchewan RCMP investigating theft of 5,000 bushels of grain near Ogema
The RCMP said farmers can take a few steps to prevent grain theft, including turning off any electrical unloading systems at the end of the workday and adding "grain confetti" to stored grain.

SaskPower shares tips to help farmers stay safe during seeding
"Preparation is vital when operating farm equipment around power lines. Plan your route before heading out, know what to do if a line contact happens, and plan routine breaks to avoid fatigue."

RealAg: Michael Harvey of CAFTA about U.S.-Canada trade tensions
Michael Harvey of CAFTA says U.S. politicians aren't focused on Canada-but trade with us helps American farmers. Tariffs raise U.S. farmers' costs and weaken their global competitiveness.
PRAIRIE PROFILES

Local author inspires young writers at Saskatoon elementary school
Writer and illustrator Amber Antymniuk helped students at King George School write and illustrate their own books, sparking creativity, confidence and pride in a new generation of young storytellers.

Survive the wilderness: Tips from a Sask. search and rescue expert
Devin King teaches bushcraft through Hoagy's Outdoor Survival Skills after decades in rescue work

Meet the Sask. blacksmith sparking a revival of the age-old craft
Humboldt's Tyler Dies fuses ancient techniques with modern creativity in his blacksmithing business.

Saskatoon martial arts studio empowers women through self-defence
"It has completely, completely changed my life," said Crystal Greenwood, of Okami Martial Arts.