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Two people injured after driver allegedly hits parked cars, tree while fleeing police
"The 25-year-old male driver and 32-year-old female passenger were both transported to hospital for treatment of what are believed to be serious but non-life threatening injuries," police said.
Prairie Lily set to return to South Saskatchewan River this season under new ownership
After the original owners decided to sell last year, the business is now under the ownership of Stephanie Simonot, a long-time resident who plans to run the riverboat along with her family.
Meet the woman giving Saskatoon's abandoned bunnies a second chance
Easter brings more than egg hunts - it brings abandoned pet rabbits. Since 2018, Donna Barth with River Haze Street Rabbit Rescue has rehomed 145 domestic rabbits found on Saskatoon streets.
'Never had that many' requests for cheer crates: Saskatoon Public Schools Foundation
The Saskatoon Public Schools Foundation delivered cheer crates with groceries and other items to 750 students, but CEO, Zeba Ahmad, said it falls short of how many were requested, as the cost of living pushes demand...
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS
Sask. distillery owner feels federal excise tax discriminates against spirit producers
The federal excise tax on alcohol went up another two per cent on Wednesday, but the founder of Last Mountain Distillery says it's not fair to treat her company the same as larger distillers.
'Cruelty every day': Misha Pavelick's family shares grief at sentencing hearing
Sorrow, frustration and love were expressed in court on Tuesday as family members of Misha Pavelick gave their victim impact statements at the sentencing hearing for the man convicted of killing him.
Red Earth man charged with attempted murder after victim injured in shooting: RCMP
The 24-year-old man is facing charges of attempted murder, discharging a firearm with intent, possession of weapons contrary to an order and possession of a firearm knowing it is unauthorized.
Sask. RCMP briefs: Watrous wanted man, Nipawin drug and weapon charges laid
Saskatchewan RCMP are asking for help to locate a wanted man after an incident at Manitou Beach and several drug and weapons charges have been laid in three different Saskatchewan investigations.
TODAY ON EVAN BRAY
The Evan Bray Show - Thursday, April 2
8:30 - Canada's industrial carbon tax is set to rise again, and it's sparking a lot of debate about what that means for the economy. Critics argue it could lead to higher costs, reduced investment and pressure on jo...
THE GREEN ZONE REPLAY
The Green Zone Replay - Wednesday, April 1
The Oilers posted a big shutout last night. The Winnipeg Jets earned a huge overtime win as they try to make the playoffs. Mad Max stood tall for the Blue Jays. The Saskatoon Blades take a 2-1 lead over the Edmonton...
SPORTS
Bodycam shows a stunned Tiger Woods handcuffed after a Florida rollover crash
Woods said he was looking at his phone and changing the radio station when his speeding Land Rover clipped the back of a truck and rolled onto its side on a residential road on Jupiter Island.
Miroslav Holinka's hat-trick powers Edmonton Oil Kings past Saskatoon Blades in Game 4 win to tie series
It's now a best-of-three series between the Saskatoon Blades and Edmonton Oil Kings following a 5-2 victory in Game 4 by Edmonton at SaskTel Centre, led by a hat-trick performance from star forward Miroslav Holinka.
Regina Pats lose Game 4 to Medicine Hat Tigers, face elimination in Game 5
The Regina Pats lost 4-2 to the Medicine Hat Tigers on Wednesday night in game 4 of their best-of-seven WHL Playoff series. The Pats are now down 3-1 in the series and face elimination in Medicine Hat on Saturday.
Third-period comeback powers Saskatoon Blades over Edmonton Oil Kings in game 3 victory
A breakout night for the Saskatoon Blades' power play was the difference in game three of Eastern Conference quarter-final at SaskTel Centre with a 4-3 win over the Edmonton Oil Kings.
CANADA & WORLD
Federal privacy law changes would expand sharing of personal data across government
The paper also suggests bolstering protection by recognizing privacy as a fundamental right and requiring an assessment when a federal program uses personal data to make a decision about someone.
Potential for Chinese EV production at Stellantis plant raises concerns
Stellantis did not confirm any talks with Chinese manufacturers, but said in a statement that it is actively evaluating programs for Brampton and is in discussions with governments and stakeholders.
Artemis II's moonbound toilet is working again to astronauts' relief after overnight fix
The so-called lunar loo malfunctioned as soon as the Artemis II crew reached orbit. Mission Control guided Christina Koch through some plumbing tricks and she finally got it going.
UK gathers more than 40 countries to plot ways of reopening the Strait of Hormuz
U.K. Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper said the talks, which focus on political and diplomatic rather than military means, showed "the strength of our international determination" to reopen the strait.
AGRICULTURE
SaskAgMatters Mental Health Network to manage Saskatchewan Farm Stress Line
"The Farm Stress Line has a proud history of supporting the agricultural community, and these improved services will help protect the health of people working in the sector," said David Marit.
Sask. farmers allowed to use strychnine until end of 2027
The federal government says it will temporarily allow farmers in Alberta and Saskatchewan to use a rodent poison to combat growing gopher populations, though farmers say their yearly window is closing.
New U.S. renewable fuel requirements expected to support Canadian canola
A Canadian renewable fuel industry source on Friday described the plan to slash compliance credits for imported biofuel and feedstocks in 2028 as "a material escalation in U.S. protectionist policy."
Fertilizer spike hits Sask. farmers ahead of seeding
Fertilizer prices are rising sharply in Saskatchewan ahead of seeding this year, driven by global supply disruptions. Farmers who didn't buy earlier are facing higher costs with little time to adjust their plans.
SASKATCHEWAN STORIES WITH BRITTANY CAFFET
Meet the woman giving Saskatoon's abandoned bunnies a second chance
Easter brings more than egg hunts - it brings abandoned pet rabbits. Since 2018, Donna Barth with River Haze Street Rabbit Rescue has rehomed 145 domestic rabbits found on Saskatoon streets.
Thick n Thrift reshapes plus-size secondhand shopping in Saskatoon
Sizes 12 and up take centre stage at The Thick n Thrift in downtown Saskatoon. Owner Cierra Giesbrecht is creating a space focused on access, affordability and the joyful experience of shopping.
Original 16: The story of Saskatoon's Great Western Brewing Company
From aging equipment to a state-of-the-art expansion, Saskatoon's Great Western Brewing Company was built on risk, resilience and the courage of 16 men who refused to let their brewery fade away.
'I can do anything I want': Cole Blocka hopes to study at U of S
Since he was a little boy, Cole Blocka's parents taught him that he can do and be anything he wants in life. Even as he navigates hurdles in his pursuit of education, he is holding on to that belief.
