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Saskatoon Police Briefs: 40-year-old man stabbed, man charged after fleeing in stolen vehicle
"Upon arrival, they located a 40-year-old man suffering from stab wounds; he was transported to hospital for treatment of non-life threatening injuries," the Sasktoon Police Service said in a statement.

WestJet tech issues affecting flights in Saskatoon, other Canadian airports
In a brief statement on social media, the Saskatoon Airport said the airline is "currently experiencing network-wide technical issues," and advised travellers to check with the airline for the latest updat...

First Nations woman's hair cut without consent at Saskatoon hospital, ombudsperson says
On Aug. 1, the Saskatchewan Health Authority implemented a new Indigenous hair cutting policy, requiring staff members to receive consent from Indigenous patients before their hair can be cut.

Saskatoon police investigating four weekend stabbings
Officers with the Saskatoon Police Service said no arrests were reported in any of the four cases, and all four victims were hospitalized. Anyone with information is asked to contact police or Crime Stoppers.
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS

Lawyer challenging Sask. pronoun law 'relieved and happy' after appeal decision
Bennett Jensen, director of legal at Egale Canada and co-counsel for UR Pride, which brought forward the challenge, said the public has the right to know when a government is violating Charter rights.

Evan Bray Show: Rise in overdoses concerning to Regina firefighter
"My personal record has been four times before lunch to the same address for the same call," Tyler Packham, a firefighter in Regina with more than 24 years of experience, told Evan Bray.

Feds vow to defend Sask. farmers after China announces nearly 76 per cent canola tariff
Experts say the new tariff will effectively shut the door on one of the crop's biggest markets. Federal Minister Eleanor Olszewski said that nothing is off the table when it comes to protecting producers.

Regina police officer shoots and kills dog during gun call in Highland Park
"Officers arrived on scene, established a perimeter and began to clear the residence. While this was taking place, a dog exited the residence and began to attack a (police dog)."
TODAY ON EVAN BRAY

The Evan Bray Show - Tuesday, August 12
Evan discusses the latest on the Sask. government's pronoun policy, local crime in Saskatoon with the Acting Chief of Police, Canada's military facing spending pressures and the importance of art in small towns.
THE GREEN ZONE REPLAY

The Green Zone Replay - Monday, Aug. 11
Gary Brotzel discusses WCBL East Division, Mike Wilner looks at the Toronto Blue Jays, news from Indianapolis Colts training camp, and Belton Johnson previews the Roughriders-TiCats game on Saturday.
SPORTS

A UFC fight at the White House? Dana White says it's happening as part of deal with Paramount
"It's absolutely going to happen," White told The Associated Press. "Think about that, the 250th birthday of the United States of America, the UFC will be on the White House south lawn live on CBS.&qu...

Saskatoon Berries win in Regina, force deciding Game 3 against Red Sox
The Saskatoon Berries have once again staved off elimination, beating the Regina Red Sox 8-4 on Monday. Game 3 between the clubs takes place on Tuesday, with the winner advancing to the WCBL Finals.

Pete Carroll, Aaron Rodgers head a list of familiar faces in new places this NFL season
The most veteran face in a new place this NFL season is 73-year-old Pete Carroll on the sideline in Las Vegas. Carroll is leading the Raiders after a one-year hiatus from coaching.

Regina Thunder set to continue Saskatchewan-based dominance for the 2025 Season
The Regina Thunder return most of last year's starters and have added Riders legend Chris Getzlaf to their staff, aiming to reclaim the Shrine Bowl from rival Saskatoon Hilltops this season.
CANADA & WORLD

Here's where Canada's effective U.S. tariff rate might stand amid carve outs
While U.S. President Donald Trump ramped up blanket tariffs on Canada to 35 per cent at the start of the month, RBC estimates the effective tariff rate on Canadian goods is closer to six per cent today.

China announces 75.8 per cent tariffs on Canadian canola
The move comes nearly a year after Canada imposed a 100 per cent tariff on Chinese electric vehicles, a move that is to be reviewed by the beginning of October. Canada supplies China with most of its canola.

Taylor Swift announces 12th studio album, 'The Life of a Showgirl'
"The Life of a Showgirl" follows last year's "The Tortured Poets Department," announced during the 2024 Grammys and released during her record-breaking tour, which raked in over $2.2 billion.

In the news today: Potential strike notice looms for Air Canada
Flights are continuing to operate as scheduled, but the airline says if there are disruptions, it will notify customers via email and text message in advance of their travel.
AGRICULTURE

Feds vow to defend Sask. farmers after China announces nearly 76 per cent canola tariff
Experts say the new tariff will effectively shut the door on one of the crop's biggest markets. Federal Minister Eleanor Olszewski said that nothing is off the table when it comes to protecting producers.

China announces 75.8 per cent tariffs on Canadian canola
The move comes nearly a year after Canada imposed a 100 per cent tariff on Chinese electric vehicles, a move that is to be reviewed by the beginning of October. Canada supplies China with most of its canola.

Saskatchewan Open Farm Days offers a chance to learn more about agriculture
Saskatchewan Open Farm Days runs on Saturday and Sunday, with more than 30 farms, ranches, and gardens opening their gates to give curious people a chance to learn and explore.

Agronomy staff cut from Canola Council in new strategic framework
Chris Davison of the Canola Council of Canada said the its agronomic role needed to be "re-focused" to work on identifying and addressing threats, production risks, and opportunities.
PRAIRIE PROFILES

From seed to stem: A Saskatchewan flower farm in full summer bloom
With summer at its peak, Kristen Raney's flower farm near Clavet overflows with vibrant cosmos, zinnias and sunflowers. Her days are a joyful blur of harvests, markets, bouquets and tiny helping hands.

Banksy in Saskatoon: A secretive street artist lands downtown
Who is Banksy? Why did he shred a million-dollar painting on purpose? And why is his rebellious street art now filling downtown Saskatoon? Step inside this weird, wonderful exhibit and see for yourself.

Explore the Saskatchewan rock museum one kid built from scratch
Judah Tyreman opened the Sesula Mineral & Gem Museum in Radisson when he was just 11 years old. Now 21, he's inspiring a new generation of young collectors with his hands-on, curiosity-fueled museum.

Doukhobor Dugout House: Unearthing a Saskatchewan historical gem
Dressed in traditional Doukhobor clothing, Brenda Cheveldayoff doesn't just give tours - she gives voice to her ancestors, guiding each step down the ravine like a passage through memory.