A surprise province-wide elk season announced for late November is drawing criticism from the Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation, which said it raises safety, access and consultation concerns.

City of Regina is starting a general four per cent increase in leisure costs for residents. Council unanimously approved its leisure bylaw update for 2026-2028 Thursday. The bylaw is updated once every three years.

According to the Saskatchewan Serious Incident Response Team, the man who was killed allegedly grabbed a police officer's gun and shot the officer in the abdomen just before the fatal shooting.

"Investigators advise there will be an increased police presence in the 100th block area of Victoria Avenue in Yorkton for an undetermined amount of time," the RCMP said in a statement.

Premier Scott Moe says Saskatchewan needs more than good will after Prime Minister Mark Carney's meetings with President Donald Trump ended without a deal to lift U.S. tariffs.

From pulling trucks to crushing stereotypes, Saskatoon-based strongwoman competitor Jackie Osczevski is proving that power, femininity and grit go hand in hand - and strength is something every woman can claim.

Saskatchewan Justice Minister, Tim McLeod, said he and his MLA colleagues have been hearing directly from businesses and people who live in Moose Jaw's downtown area about crime and violence they feel is coming from the shelter.

The federal government is investing $920,000 to help build "The Skuare," a new outdoor community space on the fire-damaged Gordon Block site, as part of Regina's downtown revitalization plan.

Chris Barber and Tamara Lich were given conditional sentences on Tuesday after they were found guilty of mischief. Barber was also convicted of counselling others to disobey a court order.

Saskatchewan Health Authority reported stolen or lost medication vials "discarded as medical waste," including unknown quantities of Fentanyl, Morphine, Midazolam, Rocuronium, Succinylcholine, Propofol and Ketamine.

The province's residential benchmark price fell slightly to $368,300 last month, but prices were up seven per cent over September of 2024, largely thanks to limited inventory and strong sales.

After a Crown land sale started being advertised online, the premier said the government would extend a sales pause indefinitely. Some opposition to selling Crown land included economic and environmental reasons.

The Veterinary Mobility Center encouraged people to call a vet if their pet was in contact with a bat, after a rabid bat was found in Regina's Glencairn area, which the clinic posted on its social media.

Bookings opened on Tuesday morning, and clinics will begin administering the vaccines next week. Chief Medical Officer Dr. Saqib Shahab said the earlier residents get their shots, the better.

A 52-year-old woman from Porcupine Plain is dead after a single-vehicle rollover on Highway 678 on Sunday. Police said the woman was the sole occupant of the vehicle and her family had been notified.

RCMP say officers were called around 7:15 a.m. to a home on the 1200 block of 110 Street, where they found two men suffering from gunshot wounds. Both were taken to hospital with serious injuries.

It's much easier to deal with a problem in plus temperatures rather than minus ones, says one professional. Follow our checklist to get you home ready to face the inevitable Saskatchewan winter.

The provincial government said the two per cent rate is consistent with Crown royalties for potash, salt and sodium sulphate, and is competitive with other jurisdictions that produce lithium.

"We are proud to continue our partnership with BHP and grateful for industry leaders like them who consistently invest in the well-being of our communities," said Dr. John Froh, STARS' president and CEO.

The 39-year-old man from the Yellow Quill First Nation, who was the only occupant of the vehicle, was declared dead at the scene by paramedics, the RCMP said. His family has been notified of the death.

When RCMP officers responded to the shooting on Friday afternoon, they found 30-year-old Braydon Natomegan seriously injured. He was taken to a local clinic where he was later declared dead.

The 27-year-old Creighton man is now facing charges including dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, leaving the scene of an accident causing death, flight from a peace officer and assault.

Erika Quiring and her dog Hawk are certified as the first civilian human remains detection team in Saskatchewan. She has been training Hawk to detect human remains using items like hair and bones.

Wind chill reaching temperatures of -6 C to -13 C is forecast for many areas, while the north of the province has a possibility of flurries, southern parts could get showers, Environment Canada says.

Council will consider an plan that includes $3.6 million to create a mobile complex needs team that includes medical equipment, a dedicated vehicle for police and a 24-7 staffed Parkland Ambulance van.

A 29-year-old man has been charged with attempted murder after police said a stabbing early Sunday in Regina's Regent Park neighbourhood left another man with severe neck wounds.

Researchers received $1.5 million to develop community-focused research initiative to examine wildfire evacuations impacts on Indigenous communities. More than 40,000 residents were evacuated in Sask. and Man.

In order to minimize the risk from lithium-ion batteries, the fire department advised the public to take an extra few minutes to do a bit of research before purchasing a battery powered product.

Police said an SUV and tractor-trailer unit collided around 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 3, and the man who died was a passenger in the SUV and a citizen of another country. His family has been notified.

Moe said a pipeline from Alberta to B.C.'s west coast could be a significant generational infrastructure project, and a chance for Canada to expand and diversify its economy away from the U.S.

Beck told more than 600 convention delegates the NDP party has "never ever been afraid of a little hard work" and wants to see change for future generations in sectors like housing and education.

The provincial government on Wednesday shared an update on three major infrastructure projects that were completed around Rafferty Dam this summer. The total investment was more than $15 million.

Police were called to Highway 55, east of Nipawin, on Oct. 2 at around 6 a.m. and the pedestrian was declared dead by paramedics at the scene. The driver of the vehicle remained at the scene.

The potential snowfall this weekend is likely going to be an isolated event. A full-on winter snowfall isn't expected for at least another few weeks, but people should expect a snowier winter this year.

Council discussed a projected $17.4 million funding shortfall for its 2026 utility operating services and the city is projecting $205.5 million in expenditures compared to $188.1 million in revenues.

Police say about half of the stolen items have been returned, but they are looking for the owners of a green Polaris Arctic Cat snowmobile, two motocross-style ATVs and a Honda full-size quad ATV.

RCMP is looking for 25-year-old Wionna Katcheech of Moosomin First Nation. She is wanted on charges including kidnapping with a firearm, attempted murder, robbery with a firearm and intimidation.

Leader Carla Beck admitted the decision to plan for a potential transition three years in advance is "unusual" and "ambitious," but said the party is building on momentum from the 2024 election.

Globe Theatre gave media an early look at The Master Plan, a sharp Canadian satire about Toronto politics, as it reopened its newly renovated downtown Regina venue.

According to an open letter to Saskatchewan's Chiefs that was obtained by paNOW, FSIN 4th Vice-Chief Craig McCallum states he cannot, in good conscience, stand behind the statement released by the other FSIN executive.

"Both (victims) attended to hospital for treatment of serious injuries," the police force said in a statement. "As a result, two nearby schools were placed into a perimeter lockdown as a precaution."

Police said one of the vehicles was parked and empty, but the other vehicle was occupied, and the driver was pulling away at the time of the shooting. It's not clear where the shots came from.

Travis Keisig, Saskatchewan's environment minister, said the goal of the hunt is to help the conflict between elk and agricultural producers. "It is a tool to help reduce pressure on farmers."

After arresting the boy for breaching a probation order, police searched the vehicle. Inside, police said officers discovered a gun, ammunition, 18.9 grams of cocaine, cash and drug paraphernalia.

Non-Regina residents could pay an extra 50 per cent for registered programs, like swimming lessons and art lessons. The idea was first discussed by Ward 4 Coun. Mark Burton in March during budget talks.