Sarah Mills: For the optics of justice, certain crimes should mean jail for far longer than is served
Sarah Mills says convicted child killer Tammy Goforth should not be granted day parole this early into her sentence, whe...
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Judge rejects mistaken mistrial application from Greg Fertuck
Will Greg Fertuck get a mistrial? Justice Richard Danyliuk, the judge in the high-profile murder trial, said the short answer is "no." Earlier this month, it was revealed in court documents that Fertu...
Jun 12, 2024 The judge has dismissed Greg Fertuck's application for a mistrial, calling the application "ill-conceived". (CKOM file photo)
What is float therapy? An inside look at Float Love in Saskatoon
Imagine floating in a tank of water effortlessly without any distractions, minimal senses, and being put into a full state of relaxation. That's what float therapy is all about, according to Melissa T...
Jun 12, 2024 Float therapy is done in a tank with Epsom salts and water, aiming to minimize input from the senses and put floaters in a full state of relaxation. (Mia Holowaychuk/650 CKOM)
VIDEO: Blooming tulip patch draws thousands of Saskatoon visitors
Clinton Ekdahl calls the gardens outside his home the "unofficial tulip festival of Saskatoon." Flowering plants, pollinators, and honey bees all bring joy to Ekdahl and his partner Michael. Their tul...
Jun 11, 2024 Clinton Ekdahl said the tulip patch draws more than 1,000 visitors each week, including wedding parties. (Alex Brown/650 CKOM)
Trial begins for former executive director of Legacy Christian Academy
The trial for the former executive director of Legacy Christian Academy, John Olubobokun, started Monday at Saskatoon's provincial court. Olubobokun faces several charges of assault with a weapon in c...
Jun 10, 2024 John Olubobkun, former executive director of Legacy Christian Academy, arrives at the Saskatoon provincial courthouse on Nov. 16, 2023. (Lara Fominoff/650 CKOM)
Judge rules THC drug confession to be used in Kennedy trial
On Friday, the judge ruled in favour of the crown that Taylor Ashley Kennedy's confession to using drugs the day before she hit and killed a nine-year-old girl with her truck can be used in her trial....
Jun 07, 2024 On Friday, the judge ruled in favour of the crown that Taylor Ashley Kennedy’s confession to using drugs the day before she hit and killed a nine year old girl with her truck can be used in her trial. (Lara Fominoff/650 CKOM)
'We have work to do': Groups react to Sask. report on state of MMIWG
The province provided a progress report on its efforts to address the issue of missing and murdered Indigenous women on Thursday. This week marks five years since a national inquiry drew 231 calls to ...
Jun 06, 2024 Federation of Indigenous Sovereign Nations' third vice chief Aly Bear speaks on the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirited people in Canada in Saskatoon, Sask., on Friday, May 5, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Heywood Yu
Saskatoon's Persephone Theatre in 'dire need' of new roof
A Saskatoon theatre is in desperate need of renovations. According to Breanne Harmon, executive director of Persephone Theatre, the theatre is in "dire need" of a new roof. Harmon said it's created a ...
Jun 04, 2024 Persephone Theatre has announced it's 52nd season, beginning with an original commissioned work in September 2026. (Mia Holowaychuk/650 CKOM)
Saskatoon Berries serve themed concession at baseball home opener
The Western Canadian Baseball League debuts its newest team, The Saskatoon Berries, at Cairns Field on Tuesday. Heather Bury, marketing manager for the team, said the purple berry theme will be everyw...
May 27, 2024 The Saskatoon Berries scoreboard at Cairns Field. (Alex Brown/650 CKOM)
First of its kind virtual health hub coming to Whitecap Dakota First Nation
An indigenous-led virtual health hub will be built on Whitecap Dakota First Nation, about 20 km south of Saskatoon, the first of its kind in Canada. The province calls the hub a Remote Presence Techno...
May 23, 2024 A plan for an indigenous-led virtual health hub was unveiled on Whitecap Dakota First Nation Thursday. May 23, 2024 (Mia Holowaychuk/650 CKOM)
Truck driver says neglected roads in northern Sask a 'muddy show'
The 90-kilometre stretch of Highway 123 leading up to Cumberland House and its nearby Cree Nation is impassable for most vehicles due to recent spring weather, leaving the gravel road mired in deep ru...
May 22, 2024 Wet spring conditions have turned Highway 123 nearly impassable in northern Saskatchewan, causing problems for truckers and people living in Cumberland House. (photo courtesy Change.org petition)
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