LATEST WEATHER
SASKATOON NEWS
Intersection of Third Ave., 25th St. to close for a week for valve installation
According to the City of Saskatoon, the intersection of Third Avenue and 25th Street will be closed starting at noon on Tuesday, as workers complete a valve replacement project.
GPS helps Saskatoon police catch suspects in stolen vehicle
A Saskatoon vehicle owner used GPS to help police track down a stolen car. Two women were arrested after the driver fled police and crashed into several parked vehicles.
Saskatoon city councillor demands answers after $21.6 million funding error
Saskatoon used $23.2 million in federal infrastructure money to offset COVID-19 pressures, leaving councillors unaware the funds were missing when later approving a major utility project.
Saskatoon City Hall security review finds 'no risk' after homicide
Both the City of Saskatoon and Saskatoon police have declined to share further information about the 11th homicide in the city this year, however the city said there is no danger to members of the public.
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS
Man and woman dead after pickup crashes into water near Elfros: RCMP
The RCMP said two passengers escaped the crash on Sunday, but the remains of a 74-year-old man and a 72-year-old woman were found by the police force's underwater recovery team on Monday.
Youth released without charges in Pelican Narrows shooting death
The Saskatchewan RCMP said the youth was released without charges after additional evidence was gathered, including a review of video footage and a consultation with Crown prosecutors.
A place on the pitch: Leo Leptich's first step into team soccer
He knows he can get hurt more easily than other kids because of his rare skin condition. But Leo Leptich also knows that being different doesn't mean he can't play. Now, he's getting his chance.
Pelican Narrows dog attack leaves young woman critically injured
Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation health staff said it was the fifth dangerous dog attack in recent days by animals they believe have the same owner, and the First Nation is demanding answers from RCMP.
SPORTS
Spanish police investigating after soccer player dies following on-field collision
Jesús de Miguel was challenging for the ball near midfield on Monday when he was struck in the chest by the onrushing Andorra goalkeeper Jesús Owono during added time. Owono was shown a red card.
VIDEO: Riders' Trevor Harris weighing future after loss
As the Saskatchewan Roughriders now head into the off-season, one of the major decisions that looms will be if quarterback Trevor Harris retires or comes back for the 2027 season.
VIDEO: Big plays haunt Roughriders as season ends in West Semifinal loss
The B.C. Lions once again got a number of big plays as the Saskatchewan Roughriders lost the CFL West Semifinal 33-26 on Saturday in Vancouver.
Huskies women's soccer team playoff ready for TRU Wolfpack
A year after being bounced in Canada West quarter-finals, the University of Saskatchewan Huskies women's soccer team looks to take a big step in their playoff opener against Thompson Rivers this afternoon.
CANADA & WORLD
Immigration levels update to be included in Nov. 5 budget
Mark Carney has said immigration is back under control and he told the New York Times in September the question is now about when Canada should begin a "controlled increase" in population.
Midterm elections are coming to a close as voters pass judgment on Trump's second term
Democrats need a net gain of four seats in the Senate to win the majority, an uphill climb because many of the most competitive races are in historically red states. In the House, they need three.
No injuries after military chopper damaged in night landing on Canadian navy ship
The report says as the Cyclone helicopter came in for landing on Oct. 6, two main rotor blades clipped its tail boom and severed multiple components, including a tail rotor drive shaft.
Ottawa's focus groups report low awareness of federal deficit, budget updates
"Many participants noted that they did not have high expectations from the federal government in the first place," the report from Environics said.
AGRICULTURE
Farmgate milk price to increase by 2.8 per cent in 2027
In addition to the adjustment to the price of milk, the commission will increase its carrying charges. The commission collects carrying charges to partially offset the cost of storage programs.
Monette Farms bidding window extended into November
Monette Farms entered creditor protection in April, owing over $900 million to secured lenders. Sworn filings show the group operated across roughly 274,000 owned acres and 218,000 leased acres.
Saskatchewan to adopt new approach for agricultural Crown land leases
The agriculture ministry said its new approach will offer eligible leases of Crown land - including expired leases - as they become available rather than through a single, annual offering.
ECCC proposes changes to Clean Fuel Regulations, but industry warns 1.3x multiplier for ethanol falls short
Environment and Climate Change Canada said the draft regulations will be published in the Canada Gazette, Part I on Oct. 30, opening a 75-day public consultation period.
SASKATCHEWAN STORIES WITH BRITTANY CAFFET
A place on the pitch: Leo Leptich's first step into team soccer
He knows he can get hurt more easily than other kids because of his rare skin condition. But Leo Leptich also knows that being different doesn't mean he can't play. Now, he's getting his chance.
Q&A: What Chantell Butler wants you to know about dwarfism
What should you say? When should you offer help? And what do people get wrong about dwarfism? Chantell Butler answers these questions and more in a frank and open discussion.
Meet Jovi Wagner, Saskatoon's world champion dog groomer
Wagner has spent a lifetime making dogs look their best. Now, the Churchill Dog Groomers owner has helped lead Canada to a historic gold medal on the world stage.
Exploring the tunnels beneath Saskatchewan's Legislative Building
What's beneath Saskatchewan's Legislative Building? About a kilometre of tunnels, a sealed-off older network, high-pressure steam - and absolutely no secret bunker.
