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SASKATOON NEWS
Two women are latest to face charges in Timothy Tootoosis homicide case
According to police, officers found the body of a homicide victim while they were executing a search warrant at a home on 22nd Street West, in Saskatoon's Pleasant Hill neighbourhood, on Dec. 18, 2024.
Saskatoon city manager pours cold water on talk of homelessness levy
As far as the survey question, Saskatoon's city manager Jeff Jorgenson said he was the one who directed staff to "dig into" and find out what residents thought about homelessness.
Saskatoon road crews hard at work after overnight snowfall
The city said 20 sanders, eight plows and nine sidewalk plows will be working on Wednesday. Drivers were asked to watch for the flashing lights on road equipment, and give the operators space to work.
Saskatoon City Council to debate proposed development permit fee increases for 2026/2027
Saskatoon city administration is proposing an increase to fees for development permits and a host of other home building related fees over the next two years.
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS
Country Thunder goes 'higher:' Creed to headline 2026 festival
The festival, which runs from July 9 to12 in Craven, is crossing genres, yet again. Last year, legendary rock group Def Leppard closed out the festival. Riley Green and Lainey Wilson will also rock the stage.
RCMP seize 9.3 million illegal cigarettes near Saskatoon
Officers arrested the semi driver from Ontario at the Langham weigh scale on Nov. 13. The semi was towed to Regina for further investigation. The Saskatoon RCMP continue to investigate.
What you need to know about the 2026-27 Regina city budget
Regina city council will face some difficult decisions during the 2026-27 budget deliberations. The administration forecasts a mill rate increase of 15.69 per cent to sustain the current level of services.
Sask. RCMP leader speaks up after Meadow Lake Tribal Council slams slow response times
"It's important to note that police response times to calls for service vary significantly from one area to the other and from one incident to the next," said Robin McNeil, head of the Sask. RCMP.
TODAY ON EVAN BRAY
The Evan Bray Show - Thursday, Nov. 20
Riders head coach Corey Mace reflects on the Grey Cup championship year, Minister Colleen Young looks at whether potash royalty rates should have reforms, and U of S Huskies Ryker Frank about the Vanier Cup.
THE GREEN ZONE REPLAY
The Green Zone Replay - Thursday, Nov. 20
The Vanier Cup is 48 hours away in Regina. Grey Cup champions Trevor Harris and AJ Ouellette talk about what the championship win means to them and Rider Nation, and what's next for the two players.
SPORTS
Ahtahkakoop's Fred Sasakamoose to be honoured at Chicago Blackhawks game
Before the game against Seattle Kraken, the Chicago Blackhawks will honour Fred Sasakamoose with a ceremonial puck drop at the United Center indoor arena. Due to a recent operation, Fred's son Neil won't be there.
LISTEN: Sask. Roughriders coach Corey Mace looks back on championship year
Saskatchewan Roughriders head coach Corey Mace reflects on the past season leading up to his team bringing home the Grey Cup after defeating the Montreal Alouettes in Winnipeg.
Riders clear out locker room after championship 2025 season
The Saskatchewan Roughriders admitted there were mixed emotions as the players cleared out their lockers. While they did accomplish their goals, this is the last time this group will all be together.
Roger Federer elected to International Tennis Hall of Fame in 1st year of eligibility
"I've always valued the history of tennis and the example set by those who came before me," Federer said. "To be recognized in this way by the sport and by my peers is deeply humbling."
CANADA & WORLD
Freeland will move to U.K. for new job at prestigious Rhodes Trust
Freeland abruptly stepped down from her cabinet roles in September to take on a special role representing the Carney government on matters dealing with the reconstruction of Ukraine.
Advocacy groups urge parents to avoid AI toys this holiday season
According to children's and consumer advocacy groups, artificial intelligence toys are not safe for kids, so they're urging parents not to buy them during the holiday season, saying the toys could be harmful.
New trade deal to chop red tape, knock down trade barriers across Canada
Global inflation, and instability and chaos coming from the Trump administration have provided Canadians with new urgency to tackle interprovincial the trade barriers, Ravi Kahlon said.
Advocates disappointed budget offered no funding for IVF, despite campaign pledge
The Liberals pledged in April to create a program to provide up to $20,000 per cycle of IVF, something they estimated would cost $103 million annually starting this fiscal year.
AGRICULTURE
2025 Canadian wheat crop a pleasant surprise
Canadian farmers grew 36.6 million tonnes of wheat, with most graded No. 1 or No. 2. Despite variable growing conditions across the Prairies, timely mid-summer rains supported higher-than-average yields.
'Valid' questions for CFIA but few simple answers in wake of B.C. ostrich cull
Infectious disease veterinarian Scott Weese says the hundreds of ostriches shot dead on a rainy night at a British Columbia farm this month "probably weren't infected" with avian influenza at the time.
'We need a break': Red Pheasant Cree Nation takes a two-year timeout from cattle grazing
After years of disputes, damage and overgrazed fields, the Red Pheasant Cree Nation approved a two-year moratorium on cattle grazing. The moratorium will run from Nov. 12, 2025 to Dec. 31, 2027.
Animal protein not linked to higher mortality risk
In the study, researchers examined how much animal and plant protein people typically consume and whether those patterns were associated with their risk of dying from heart disease, cancer or any cause.
SASKATCHEWAN STORIES WITH BRITTANY CAFFET
Behind the lights: How Saskatoon's Enchanted Forest comes to life
Six miles of cords, three million lights and twenty staff. From September onward, Gerald Sorokan and his team work tirelessly to bring a beloved Christmas tradition to life: The BHP Enchanted Forest.
'We can do this': Second World War veteran reflects on women breaking barriers
At 18, Ruth Bond-Martinson joined the war effort, and spent a lifetime proving women could do anything. Now 100, she reflects on her service, the bonds she built and her hopes for future generations.
Coffee with a cause: Brewing belonging at a Saskatchewan non-profit
This isn't your average cup of joe. Adults with intellectual disabilities at Light of the Prairies help prepare and deliver LOTP Coffee, filling every bag with pride, joy and purpose.
A playground fit for a princess: Sask. mom fundraising to improve accessibility
Saskatoon's Makenna Hiebert dreams of swinging and sliding like her friends. The five-year-old's mom is fundraising to make the playground at St. Anne School wheelchair accessible for Makenna and all kids.
