Murray Wood: Arrest in 2001 Saskatoon assault case should make perpetrators worried
A 52-year-old man has been charged in connection with a 2001 sexual assault allegation in Saskatoon. Murray Wood says he...
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LISTEN: Police chief closely watching downtown crime, mental health
A new wellness strategy will be released by Saskatoon Police Service (SPS) in the coming weeks in the wake of condolences pouring in from community members over the death of an officer. The Saskatoon ...
Feb 23, 2026 Saskatoon Police Chief Cam McBride said a wellness strategy would soon be released for the force. (650 CKOM file photo)
Canada has to settle for silver in Olympic hockey loss to U.S.
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Feb 22, 2026 Canada's Connor McDavid (97) looks to pass behind United States goalie Connor Hellebuyck (37) during the second period of the men's gold medal hockey game at the 2026 Winter Olympics, in Milan, on Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026. Hellebuyck had an impressive 41 saves in the game, which was won 2-1 in OT by the U.S. (THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck)
RCMP combing town of Kamsack for missing 40-year-old man
RCMP officers are searching the town of Kamsack this weekend for a 40-year-old man last seen on Feb. 15. Police said in a news release on Feb. 21 that RCMP Search and Rescue are helping in the search ...
Feb 22, 2026 Stanley Severight is known to frequent Yorkton, Saskatoon and Regina, and is is 6-foot-3 and weighs 230 lbs. He also goes by the names Stanley Strongquill and Junior Strongquill. (Saskatchewan RCMP/Submitted)
Mounties say drones are invaluable after finding wanted man up a tree
The RCMP in Saskatchewan say aerial drones have become a big asset to police in the province. The drones - referred to by the Mounties as "remotely piloted aircraft systems" - were added to every RCMP...
Feb 21, 2026 Police said officers using a drone found the man up a tree, and he was arrested after he was helped down to the ground. (Saskatchewan RCMP/Submitted)
Two related seniors found dead in northern village of Love
Two seniors have been found dead at a home in Love, with Saskatchewan RCMP saying they were from the same family. Police said in a news release on Feb. 20 that the pair were found on Feb. 19 after off...
Feb 20, 2026 (Andrij-Ter / Depositphotos.com)
Metal detectors added to three more Saskatchewan health-care facilities
The Saskatchewan Health Authority says metal detectors installed the entrances to health facilities around the province are making the hospitals and health centres safer for the public. This month, me...
Feb 20, 2026 The health authority said restricted items that will not be allowed through the checkpoints include duffel bags, luggage, food coolers, any form of weapon or sharp object, ammunition, explosives, flammable materials, bear spray or aerosols. (650 CKOM file photo)
Man charged with dangerous driving after allegedly fleeing from Mounties in stolen semi
A 38-year-old Alberta man was arrested near North Battleford after allegedly fleeing from police in stolen semi, driving on the rims after officers popped the vehicle's tires. According to the RCMP, o...
Feb 20, 2026 Police said the driver “continued driving on the tire rims” after officers deflated the truck’s tires. (Saskatchewan RCMP/X)
Sarah Mills: My World Cup ticket hopes are dashed once again
Sarah Mills just received another email telling her she hasn't been successful seeking World Cup tickets. The dream is diminishing, and Sarah says she'll likely find herself watching from home. The Mi...
Feb 20, 2026
Murray Wood: Who's hot... and who's not
Every Friday, Murray Wood takes a look at the week's news and decides who's hot... and who's not. This week's list includes some Olympic hockey highlights and parliamentary floor crossers. Murray Wood...
Feb 20, 2026
City of Saskatoon proposes new site on Idylwyld Drive for drop-in homeless centre
After concerns were raised about a previous site on Avenue C South, the City of Saskatoon says it has identified a new proposed site for a drop-in centre to provide support to the city's homeless. "Se...
Feb 19, 2026 Several local business owners made presentations to council expressing their opposition to the proposed new drop in centre at 130 Idylwyld Drive. Council ultimately voted in favour of the location. 130 Idylwyld Drive is shown here on Feb. 19, 2026. (Libby Gray/650 CKOM)
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