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SASKATOON NEWS
Police report two Wednesday bear spray incidents, one at Saskatoon school
A bear spray incident outside of Mount Royal Collegiate happened just after 9 a.m. on Wednesday. Victims received care from EMS and are recovering with family. The school day continued as normal.
Road construction to close portion of McOrmond Drive for two weeks
Traffic restrictions are in place for the next two weeks or so due to construction work on McOrmond Drive between Kerr Road and Addison Road. The work is expected to take two weeks and detours are in place.
Saskatoon police investigate weekend shootings at two homes
Saskatoon police said they did not believe the shootings were related, but members of the force's Guns and Gangs Unit were investigating after separate incidents on Saturday and Monday.
Saskatoon police briefs: Family bear sprayed in home, taxi driver shot with BB gun over long weekend
Saskatoon police responded to a litany of incidents over the course of the May long weekend, including bear spray attacks, a parking lot fight, a taxi driver allegedly shot and an unsuccessful robbery attempt.
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS
Woman facing charges after allegedly crashing into RCMP vehicle during chase
"The SUV struck the parked police vehicle, colliding with its passenger side," the Saskatchewan RCMP said in a statement. "Both the SUV and the police vehicle were disabled."
'Incredibly concerning': NDP upset at sale of former Crown corp. begins
The provincial government announced it will support the sale of Information Services Corporation to Plenary Americas LP, a move the Sask. NDP is criticizing for concerns over information transparency.
'Won't be the same': Former Snowbirds commanding officer disappointed with airshow hiatus
Lieutenant Colonel Dan Dempsey joined the Evan Bray Show to share what the airshow may look like with new aircraft and raised his own concerns about the grounding of the fleet.
Mail delays, long detours plague northern Sask. communities after washouts
"We still got our freight truck last week on Tuesday, but as far as parcels and our mail, nothing has come in for about three weeks," said Shana Hansen, the administrator for Pinehouse.
TODAY ON EVAN BRAY
The Evan Bray Show - Thursday, May 21
8:30 - Information Services Corporation (ISC), the Regina-based company that runs the backbone systems for Saskatchewan's land titles, corporate registry, and other essential public records, has been sold in a $1.2-...
THE GREEN ZONE REPLAY
The Green Zone Replay - Wednesday, May 20
Jamie and Locker discuss how the Vegas Golden Knights have become the villains of the NHL, check in on the Saskatchewan Roughriders after the team's first preseason game and gear up for the Western Conference Final.
SPORTS
First-round draft pick Fletcher MacDonald excited to join Regina Pats
Fletcher MacDonald admitted he was surprised to be picked ninth overall in the WHL Prospects Draft. The Edmonton player was the first goalie to be taken in the top 10 since Taylor Gauthier in 2016.
Fans disappointed over ticket, hotel costs during World Cup in Vancouver
Destination Vancouver says June hotel bookings in the city are down 20 per cent when compared with the same time in 2025. However, it said that it remains hopeful they'll fill up closer to kickoff.
Dale West, 1966 Roughriders Grey Cup champion, dies at 84
One of the best defensive backs in Saskatchewan Roughriders history, Dale West was a key part of the 1966 Grey Cup-winning team. He died on Tuesday morning according to the club. He was 84.
Poll suggests many Canadians worry about sports betting turning into problem gambling
Just under half of the respondents who were betting on sports said they had used a responsible gambling tool like a deposit limit or spend tracker.
CANADA & WORLD
Air France flight diverted to Montreal amid U.S. Ebola travel restrictions
Air France said the passenger was denied entry into the U.S. due to new regulations that travellers from certain countries, including the Congo, can enter only through Washington.
CPP Investments earned 7.8% for fiscal 2026, net assets total $793.3 billion
The results for the year by CPP Investments fell short of its benchmark portfolio, which returned 13.2 per cent for the same period, as it was boosted by heavier exposure to the large tech companies.
Canadian citizen charged with illegally voting in multiple U.S. elections
Prosecutors said in a news release that the 40-year-old man became a permanent resident in February 1987 and had been living in the town of Saugus, Mass., north of Boston.
Carney lays out pipeline conditions before talks with Eby on B.C.'s priorities
Carney noted that the pipeline would only go ahead with the creation of the Pathways carbon capture project as well as substantial economic benefits for B.C. and consultation with First Nations.
AGRICULTURE
From lake to plate: Chefs take pride in serving wild rice dishes
Some of chef Jamie Charles' best sellers include a wild rice burger with bacon and sautéed mushrooms and onions, as well as shepherds pie. He also adds it into a stuffing to accompany turkey.
Saskatchewan producers making progress on seeding after delayed start to season
But despite the solid progress producers across Saskatchewan made over the past week, seeding is still well behind the five-year average of 28 per cent and the 10-year average of 27 per cent.
Committee calls for reversal of agricultural research centre closures
A House of Commons committee is recommending the government halt its decision to close agricultural research centres and experimental farm sites across Canada as part of its cost-cutting exercise.
Some Saskatchewan farmers excited for extra moisture to kick off seeding
Brendan and Rustie Sobchuk farm outside of Lang. They say plenty of soil moisture and full dugouts in their area are creating feelings of optimism about a strong start to the growing season.
SASKATCHEWAN STORIES WITH BRITTANY CAFFET
Meet the metal detectorist uncovering Regina's buried treasure
James Kirkpatrick spends his days sweeping Regina parks for hidden relics, uncovering coins, rings and forgotten stories buried just beneath the surface.
Munch Café: A Regina restaurant where ability comes first
Munch Café and Catering looks like any other restaurant, but behind the counter is a team of people with disabilities building skills, confidence and careers in a supportive workplace.
Meet the 89-year-old blacksmith keeping the craft alive
Pop's Old Forge near Marcelin has become a living classroom where 89-year-old Hubert Smith forges iron and keeps a nearly lost trade burning bright.
A mom is a mom: Paying tribute to foster moms this Mother's Day
From family dinners to difficult goodbyes, foster moms like Deb Davies shape lives in ways that last forever. This Mother's Day, we celebrate their quiet, powerful impact.
