Murray Wood: Who's hot... and who's not
Every Friday, Murray Wood takes a look back at the week's news and decides who's hot... and who's not. This week's list ...
Author Archives: CKOM News
Murray Wood: Who's hot... and who's not
Every Friday, Murray Wood takes a look back at the week's news and decides who's hot... and who's not. This week's list includes non-stop rain and the controversy surrounding a downtown Regina mosque....
Jul 03, 2026
Sarah Mills: Americans need to dial back talk of World Cup dominance
Being a World Cup host comes with bragging rights and automatic entry, but Sarah Mills says if you have watched France or Mexico, you can be sure the USA isn't winning, regardless of what fans think. ...
Jul 03, 2026
Sask. mammograms for women 40+ applauded by Cancer Society
Women aged 40 and older are now eligible for screening mammograms through Saskatchewan's BreastCheck program, a move that has been applauded by the Canadian Cancer Society "We know this change means t...
Jul 02, 2026 According to the Government of Saskatchewan, the change means about 76,000 women are now eligible for the breast cancer screening service. (Submitted)
VIDEO: South Sask. River to rise as Gardiner Dam spillway opens
Water levels in the South Saskatchewan River are expected to rise starting today as the Water Security Agency releases more water from the Gardiner Dam. The agency said the decision comes after heavy ...
Jul 02, 2026 The Gardiner Dam spillway will be opened once again this week, raising water levels and significantly increasing the flow rate along the South Saskatchewan River. (Mia Holowaychuk/650 CKOM)
Tornado warning issued for southwest Saskatchewan
Environment Canada meteorologists have issued a tornado warning after tracking a troublesome thunderstorm spotted near Stranraer on Thursday afternoon. The weather service said the storm is possibly p...
Jul 02, 2026 Environment Canada said people in and around Herschel, Marriott, Rosetown, Elrose and Fiske should take extra care, adding it is a "very dangerous and potentially life-threatening situation." (pictureguy / Depositphotos.com)
Former Olympian indicted on felony charge over alleged Reflecting Pool vandalism
WASHINGTON (AP) - A former Olympian was indicted Thursday on a felony charge in what President Donald Trump has called vandalism of the Reflecting Pool. David Hearn, a former Olympic canoe racer, was ...
Jul 02, 2026 Signage and security fencing warns of explosives along the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool ahead of July 4th events on the National Mall, Wednesday, July 1, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nathan Howard)
Iran warns oil tankers to use approved routes in Strait of Hormuz or face a 'forceful response'
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) - Iran's joint military command warned Thursday that all oil tankers moving through the Strait of Hormuz must use its approved routes or face a "forceful response," ra...
Jul 02, 2026 Commercial vessels are seen in the Strait of Hormuz off Bandar Abbas, Iran, Tuesday, June 30, 2026. (Amirhosein Khorgooi/ISNA via AP)
Hatchet-wielding man charged after allegedly trying to rob victim sitting on park bench
A 33-year-old Saskatoon man has been charged with robbery after allegedly threatening a man with a hatchet during a failed mugging. According to police, the victim said he was sitting on a park bench ...
Jul 02, 2026 “The victim was able to flee and call police,” the Saskatoon Police Service said in a statement. “Upon arrival officers were able to locate the suspect.” (geroiasfalta.91/Depositphotos.com)
Canora declares state of emergency after storm leads to flooding, sewer backups
The Town of Canora officially declared a state of emergency on Tuesday after a severe storm hit the community north of Yorkton, leading to flooding and widespread sewer backups. The town said its publ...
Jul 02, 2026 The Canora & District Fire Department said its crews have been helping the town by blocking access to flooded streets. “We know the current state of the flooding is awful and far from ideal but we do appreciate everyone’s cooperation and patience,” the fire department said in a social media post. (Canora & District Fire Rescue/Facebook)
Venezuelan security guard pulled alive from building basement 8 days after twin quakes
CATIA LA MAR, Venezuela (AP) - Rescuers pulled a 43-year-old security guard alive from a collapsed basement early Thursday, ending a grueling days-long operation that became a symbol of hope after the...
Jul 02, 2026 Rescue workers carry Alberto Gil after he was pulled from the rubble eight days after he was trapped by twin earthquakes that struck Catia La Mar, Venezuela. in Catia La Mar, Venezuela, Thursday, July 2, 2026. (AP Photo/Fernando Vergara)
NOW TRENDING
OPINION
Sarah Mills: Americans need to dial back talk of World Cup dominance
Being a World Cup host comes with bragging rights and automatic entry, but Sarah Mills says if you have watched France o...
LATEST WEATHER
TODAY ON EVAN BRAY
The Evan Bray Show - Friday, July 3
WITH GUEST HOST BRENT LOUCKS 8:30 - From a minimum wage increase announcement to continued trade uncertainty after the C...
