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SASKATOON NEWS
Teen girl accused in Evan Hardy attempted murder case heading to trial
The Crown intends to seek an adult sentence on the charges the 14-year-old is facing, which include attempted murder, assault causing bodily harm, aggravated assault and arson.
Saskatoon Police Briefs: Stabbing outside mall, robbery, man pointing fake gun
"Officers located a male victim suffering from a potentially life-threatening stab wound; he was transported to hospital by paramedics for further treatment of his injury."
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.
Councillor says his removal from homelessness subcommittee was 'best thing for the city'
"I have to accept responsibility as the question I spoke allowed this situation to be created, and it put Council under immense pressure to act," Ward 3's Robert Pearce said in social media post.
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS
City council rejects motion to delay fluoride in Regina water
Clark Bezo's motion to postpone fluoridating the water supply until "there is conclusive evidence there are no significant neurotoxic effects or other bodily harms" associated with its use failed.
'Sleepless nights': Glen Elm trailer park residents expecting services to be shut off
Rod Robbins and Michelle Protz are hoping the Glen Elm Retirement Community Residents Association will be able to purchase the land from the property owner so they can stay in the park.
Ukrainian Canadian Congress 'disappointed' as funding for settlement services cut
"This government has put immense supports in for our friends from Ukraine who (have) been affected by this tragic war," Finance Minister Jim Reiter said in response to questions from the NDP.
SIRT ends investigation into Swift Current woman's in-custody death
"One of a number of contributing factors was noted to be the stress, both psychological and physiological, brought on by the affected person's detention by police," the report explained.
TODAY ON EVAN BRAY
The Evan Bray Show - Friday, May 20
If Alberta separates, should Sask. join? PM Mark Carney's first address. Summer jobs with Forest Sask. Will Melfort's Joel Erb break 24-hour pull-up record this Saturday?
THE GREEN ZONE REPLAY
Green Zone Replay - Friday, May 2
Rush gears up their semifinal series against Halifax. Which Canadian team now has the best chance of going to the Stanley Cup? Leafs fans, can you finally breathe now you're past the first round?
SPORTS
Lights Out, Christmas in July: Riders unveil theme nights for 2025 season
The Saskatchewan Roughriders have unveiled their list of theme nights for the 2025 season. Some of the new thees this year include the Christmas in July game and Welcome to Fabulous Riderville.
KidSport Month kicks off as Saskatchewan Roughriders help give back
KidSport is a charity that helps ensure kids get an opportunity to participate in sports across the province. KidSport Month kicked off with the help of a couple of Riders and other sports ambassadors.
Claire Doré earned head coach job with Regina Riot through hard work
Claire Doré has held coaching roles with the Region Riot in previous years after starting with the club as a player. Now in 2025, she is serving as head coach, becoming the first woman to hold that role.
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.
CANADA & WORLD
International fugitive returned to B.C. after being arrested in Middle East
Cody Casey has been back in Canada since April 24 following his arrest by police in Oman on Oct. 5, 2024, and an extradition process that lasted six months.
Alberta MP to step aside to allow Pierre Poilievre to run for seat in Parliament
MP Damien Kurek is set to step aside to allow Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre to run in a byelection in the Battle River-Crowfoot riding in Alberta. Kurek says he is "temporarily" stepping aside.
Montreal men plead guilty after keeping woman's body on couch for six months
Montreal police went to the address where Alasie Tukkiapik had reportedly been staying and met Nicodemo Sansalone, who told them she had died six months prior and had been on the couch ever since.
Bruce Fanjoy, retired businessman, says he defeated Poilievre by listening to voters
Fanjoy said he wasn't surprised by his win over Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre because he knew how hard his team had worked and how many hours they had put into the race.
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.
