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SASKATOON NEWS
Transportation committee to review Priority 2 snow clearing targets
A new report shows that over the last four winters, Priority 2 streets have not been cleared within 36 hours. These include Clarence Avenue, McKercher Drive and Millar Avenue, along with many transit routes.
Saskatoon's Broadway Bridge to be closed for six months
Starting on Monday, May 12, the 93-year-old structure will be getting some much-needed repairs as it sees roughly 20,000 vehicles each day over the course of a year.
Saskatoon residents have mixed feelings about federal election results
"I think their priority is going to interprovincial trade barriers and dealing with tariffs, which I think is going to have a huge effect on the economy - depending on what Trump is going to do."
Police briefs: Stolen Saskatoon police vehicle found in back alley
A police vehicle was taken for a short joyride, and officers were called to two stabbings in Riversdale and Confederation Park on Tuesday.
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS
New wind, solar projects to have largest Indigenous ownership in Sask.
The wind and solar projects will be 51 per cent owned by the Meadow Lake Tribal Council and Mistawasis Nêhiyawak.
Former world junior hockey players' sex assault trial paused, juror illness
The trial is expected to resume Friday and hear more testimony from Washington Capitals Taylor Raddysh, who told the court he remembers very little about the night of the alleged incident.
Candlelight vigils held in Saskatchewan to support victims of Vancouver attack
"Seeing the terror and sadness that they're going through, it made this event and this ceremony just more important," said Alvin Pulga, a member with the Philippine Association of Saskatchewan.
Torpedo bats are taking baseball by storm. Could they make appearance in Sask.?
The torpedo bat is taking off in Major League Baseball in a big way after the Yankees started using them. Is the new design simply a fleeting fad, or are torpedo bats the future of baseball?
TODAY ON EVAN BRAY
The Evan Bray Show Segments - Thursday, May 1st
MP Andrew Scheer shares election views. Bray looks at tariff effects on investments. Sask's addiction response-what do you think? Plus, smile cookies are here and TEDx Regina is coming soon!
THE GREEN ZONE REPLAY
The Green Zone Replay - Tuesday, April 29
The latest on the CFL Draft and who the Saskatchewan Roughriders have picked, and will the Winnipeg Jets leave their struggles in St Louis as they host Game 5?
SPORTS
Riders select Kurtis Rourke in the third, DL Ali Saad in CFL Draft
Kurtis Rourke was one of the top prospects in the CFL Draft but the quarterback will have NFL opportunities. That didn't stop the Saskatchewan Roughriders from selecting him in the third round.
Saskatchewan athletes, coach named to inaugural Canada women's futsal team
Athletes Jadyn Steinhauer, Jade Houmphanh, Erica Hindmarsh and coach Jerson Barandica-Hamilton have been named to the Canadian team for this week's CONCACAF W Futsal Championship in Guatemala.
The Green Zone: Maddox Schultz recalls whirlwind Telus Cup win
The 15-year-old Regina product led the way at the Telus Cup as the Pat Canadians won the gold medal. He said he's grateful for his teammates and parents who have helped him get to where he is today.
'It was awesome': Ajou Ajou looks back on CFL Draft
Ajou Ajou was a seventh-round pick by the Saskatchewan Roughriders in the 2024 CFL Draft. He turned his rookie season into an opportunity that now sees him getting a chance with the Indianapolis Colts.
CANADA & WORLD
Court gives green light to part of '60s Scoop' class action
The '60s Scoop refers to a period when Canada oversaw the large-scale removal of Indigenous children from their homes to live outside of their communities, mostly with non-Indigenous caregivers.
Alberta seeks court ruling on constitutionality of Ottawa's clean electricity plan
Abandoning the regulations is one of the demands Smith laid out for the federal government in advance of Monday's election. But she says she's received no indication the government will take action.
Here's what the Liberals promised for health care. But can they deliver?
TORONTO - Until U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs and threats to Canadian sovereignty came along, many thought health care would be a key issue in the federal election. Instead, it came across as an after-though...
Top court to look at whether challenge of ethics ruling in Trudeau case can proceed
The Federal Court of Appeal granted the government's motion to strike the application for judicial review, prompting Democracy Watch to take its case to the Supreme Court of Canada.
AGRICULTURE
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.
'It feels personal': Canadian farmers cope with Chinese tariffs on canola and peas
China hit Canadian farmers with 100 per cent tariffs on canola oil, canola meal and peas in retaliation to Canada slapping Beijing with levies on Chinese-made electric vehicles, steel and aluminum.
Farmers optimistic heading into spring seeding, agriculture minister says
Saskatchewan Agriculture Minister Daryl Harrison says farmers are out on the fields already in some parts of the province, while the fields in other areas are still covered by snow.
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.
