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SASKATOON NEWS
Saskatoon man charged with alleged attempted robbery: Police
According to police, officers were called about 9 p.m. to the 2000 block of 8th Street East where "a man was being held by security guards."
CPKC Holiday Train bringing Christmas cheer to Saskatoon on Saturday
"Since its inaugural journey in 1999, the CPKC Holiday Train has raised more than $26 million and collected approximately 5.4 million pounds of food for community food banks in Canada and the U.S."
Saskatoon administration reports $1.4 million third-quarter surplus after big tax hike
A new report going to councilors next week shows that Saskatoon is sitting on a $1.4 million surplus and a utilities surplus of just over $12 million. Property taxes are set to rise 6.7% in 2026.
Saskatoon brings back Jingle Bell Express bus route to make Christmas shopping easier
The route sees two buses circulating in opposite directions between the city's five malls - Centre, Confederation, Lawson Heights, Market and Midtown - so shoppers don't miss any great deals.
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS
Two-vehicle collision on Hwy 10 leaves Ebenezer man dead: Police
A driver of a car that collided with a semi on Highway 10 about five kilometres northeast of Edgely died on Thursday. The semi driver did not reportedly have any physical injuries, noted police.
Sask. introduces new act allowing involuntary addiction treatment
Currently, addictions treatment for adults in Saskatchewan requires voluntary participation, the government noted, adding that existing legislation does not support addiction intervention.
Lorilee Davies, Regina's first female police chief, opens up in interview with Evan Bray
"I've said numerous times that the more diversity of thought, of opinion, of culture, of gender that you can have around a boardroom table, the better your organization will be," Davies said.
Shoppers say rising grocery prices now feel like a crisis
Shoppers say another jump in grocery prices could push more families into crisis, as food banks see demand surge and households cut back on basics.
TODAY ON EVAN BRAY
The Evan Bray Show - Tuesday, Dec. 2
Evan talks with financial planner Mike Spicer about dealing with someone's will and finances after death. strategist Kevin Roy talks about what impact ChatGPT could have on digital marketing.
THE GREEN ZONE REPLAY
The Green Zone Replay - Friday, Dec. 5
Saskatchewan Rush head coach Jimmy Quinlan talks about the NLL, Drew Remenda has all the latest NHL news, and we explore what the Riders signings of Trevor Harris and Tommy Stevens mean for next year.
SPORTS
Quarterback Tommy Stevens signs two-year extension with Riders
The Saskatchewan Roughriders have added another key player back for 2026. The team announced that short-yardage quarterback Tommy Stevens will be back for 2026 and 2027.
Canadian men to face Switzerland, Qatar and possibly Italy at 2026 World Cup
Canada has an incentive to win its group. Should the Canadian men top the pool, they would stay in Vancouver for their round-of-32 game and, if they keep winning, for a round-of-16 matchup.
Saskatchewan Rush heading into 2025-26 season with high expectations
As the Saskatchewan Rush gears up for its home opener against the Calgary Roughnecks on Saturday, captain Ryan Keenan says the goal this year is to get back to winning championships.
The sheriff is back: Riders sign QB Trevor Harris to contract extension
Saskatchewan Roughriders quarterback Trevor Harris will be back for the 2026 CFL season and try to do something no one else has done -- win a second Grey Cup as the team's starter.
CANADA & WORLD
FIFA gives President Donald Trump a peace prize in a departure from its traditional focus on sport
Trump and FIFA president Gianni Infantino are close allies, and Infantino had made clear that he thought Trump should have won the Nobel for his efforts to broker a ceasefire in Gaza.
Canada added 54,000 jobs in November, unemployment rate drops to 6.5%: StatCan
The economy added 181,000 jobs from September through November. Before then, labour market activity had been relatively cool since January as employers grappled with U.S. tariff uncertainty.
Netflix to acquire Warner Bros. studio and streaming business for $72 billion
The cash and stock deal is valued at $27.75 per Warner share, giving it a total enterprise value of approximately $82.7 billion. The transaction is expected to close in the third quarter of 2026.
Former Alberta premier Jason Kenney says politician recall legislation being misused
"You get a shot at your MLAs or MP's once every four years (in a general election)," Kenney, the founder of the UCP, explained. "If you have policy differences, that's where to settle that."
AGRICULTURE
Canadian Western Agribition sets new attendance record in 54th year
A record number of school-aged visitors came through the Family Ag Pavilion this year, with many of them experiencing agriculture "up close for the very first time," Agribition organizers noted.
Long days, big crowds and bigger smiles close out Agribition in Regina
Exhibitors and visitors say Agribition delivered another strong year, from early-morning cattle prep to busy trade halls and repeat visitors who haven't missed a show in decades.
Where's the beef? Study says Regina area ideal location for beef processing facility
A study said a beef processing facility in the area with direct connections to border crossings and ports would bring $168 million in economic output and $76 million in GDP annually.
New research at University of Saskatchewan identifies cause of pig ear necrosis
"It was a light at the end of the tunnel, that we can help improve the welfare of those animals for something that has been around for much longer than 50 years," said Dr. Matheus Costa.
SASKATCHEWAN STORIES WITH BRITTANY CAFFET
Meet the Sask. family growing Christmas magic, one tree at a time
Inspired by a boyhood memory of his grandparents' real tree, Geordie McKay built Saskatchewan's first and largest Christmas tree farm, bringing holiday magic to families across the province.
Why one American big-game hunter keeps returning to Saskatchewan
He's hunted nearly everywhere a man can roam. So why does Charlie Vaccaro keep hauling himself 1,000 miles north to Saskatchewan? For big bucks, cold mornings and a thrill that never gets old.
Kids of Note: Celebrate Christmas with Saskatoon's inclusive choir
This weekend, Grosvenor Park United Church will be filled with the music and magic of Saskatoon's all-abilities choir, Kids of Note, as young performers bring Christmas cheer to the stage.
90-year-old hockey players prove you're never too old to play
"Age disappears when you get out on the ice," says Stan Halliwell, co-founder of the Saskatoon 60+ Hockey League. At 91, he still straps on skates twice a week, proving the love of hockey never fades.
