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SASKATOON NEWS
Western College of Veterinary Medicine to temporarily close zoo, exotics and wildlife services
One of the college's two board-certified exotic animal veterinarians said the temporary closure is due to a workload review that found the pair can no longer sustain year-round coverage on their own.
Teen boys arrested after allegedly brandishing fake gun during liquor store robbery
Police said a woman confronted the group during the alleged robbery at a store on 22nd Street West, but the teens brandished the fake firearm and a machete. All three were arrested nearby.
Caribou calf born at Saskatoon's Forestry Farm last month growing quickly
A caribou calf was born on June 25 to Mira, one of the zoo's resident caribou. According to the City of Saskatoon, the newborn weighed 9.4 kilograms at birth, but has since grown to 12.8 kilos.
Snowbirds to make passes over Saskatoon on Tuesday before team is grounded
The iconic red and white CT-114 Tutor jets will be retired at the end of the 2026 airshow season, and the team will be grounded until its replacement aircraft are operational in the early 2030s.
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS
Country Thunder weekend a successful one despite 177 calls, RCMP says
Some travelling to the festival grounds received roadside suspensions for drinking or using drugs, while officers also dealt with reports of assault, mischief, theft and people disturbing the peace.
Moose Jaw police officer cleared in fatal rollover sparked by dispute over tractor
The incident began with a dispute over the ownership of a garden tractor. It escalated into a confrontation that involved "makeshift weapons" and eventually a high-speed chase through the city.
Air quality warning in effect in La Ronge, northeast Saskatchewan
Those at greatest risk for health issues are residents aged 65 and older, pregnant women, infants and young children and those with chronic health conditions or illnesses, Environment Canada said.
Tornado alerts on the rise, but could too many warnings lead to alert fatigue?
Despite concerns about warning fatigue, Saskatchewan storm chaser Greg Johnson said Canada's severe weather warning system has improved significantly over the past decade.
TODAY ON EVAN BRAY
The Evan Bray Show - Tuesday, July 14
On Tuesday's Evan Bray Show, guest host Tamara Cherry discusses the health questions surrounding Mitch McConnell, the fight against data centres and a Sask. baseball player taken in the MLB draft.
THE GREEN ZONE REPLAY
The Green Zone Replay - Friday, July 10
The Anaheim Ducks and Leo Carlsson, Riders defensive lineman James Vaughters, basketball hoops at the end of driveways, and final preparations as the Roughriders host the Hamilton Ticats on Sunday.
SPORTS
'Over the moon': Sask. slugger Carter Beck reflects on historic MLB draft selection
After being picked 26th overall in the 2026 MLB Draft, making him the highest draft pick ever out of Saskatchewan, outfielder Carter Beck is preparing to begin his professional baseball career.
Lifelong Rawlco listener Les Stephens lives out Roughriders dream
Longtime Rawlco Radio listener Les Stephens of Corning finally experienced a Saskatchewan Roughriders game-day tailgate after a Stage 4 cancer diagnosis, sharing memories and thanks for decades on the air.
Police investigate the death of South Africa World Cup soccer player Jayden Adams
The 25-year-old Adams died two weeks after helping South Africa reach the knockout stage of a World Cup for the first time. Authorities have not released a cause of death.
Riders roar to 38-7 victory over Hamilton Tiger-Cats in CFL action
The Saskatchewan Roughriders' defence forced four turnovers as the Green and White handled business at Mosaic Stadium and knocked off the Hamilton Tiger-Cats on Sunday night.
CANADA & WORLD
Sentencing for man whose driving while high on mushrooms prompted 50 calls to 911
Jivat Aragon-Martinez of Alberta was given a conditional sentence of two years less a day by the B.C. Supreme Court after he pleaded guilty to dangerous driving charges and drug possession.
Hamilton is on the verge of a data centre moratorium vote. Others are taking notice.
Hamilton is close to becoming the first city in the country to pause new data centres. A vote is expected Wednesday on the one-year moratorium, which could be renewed for a second year.
An experimental Alzheimer's drug shows some promise as researchers hunt new approaches
It's one of multiple attempts to fight the mind-destroying disease, including a possible tau vaccine, an experimental heart drug that might do double-duty for some people at high risk of Alzheimer's.
First Nations chiefs to debate major projects, Indian Act changes in Ottawa
Hundreds of First Nations chiefs are gathering in Ottawa today for the Assembly of First Nations annual meeting. They'll be debating 53 separate resolutions during the three-day gathering.
AGRICULTURE
From floods to heat, Saskatchewan farmers navigating season of weather whiplash
Bill Prybylski, president of APAS, said floods and heat are putting pressure on Saskatchewan producers, while rising grocery prices mean farmers earn less from every dollar spent on food.
'Yellowing and drowned out crops' follow heavy rainfall in Saskatchewan: Crop report
"Many producers are still reporting flooding as causing the most crop damage in the province and are beginning to see the effects," the Saskatchewan Agriculture Ministry noted in its report.
Saskatchewan farmers getting less of the food dollar, APAS study reveals
APAS said the report shows producers and consumers are both impacted by a supply chain that lacks transparency, and changes in commodity prices are not directly driving increases at the grocery store.
Rain, hail and cool conditions slowing down Saskatchewan farmers: Crop report
The Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture said cool and wet conditions are slowing down crop development and making it hard for farmers to complete spraying and haying work.
SASKATCHEWAN STORIES WITH BRITTANY CAFFET
No ocean? No problem: Setting sail on Saskatchewan's Lake Diefenbaker
Think Saskatchewan is just canola fields and grain bins? Think again. Living Sky Sailing School is showing people that nautical adventure doesn't always have to begin at the coast.
Smiling through suffocation: Staying afloat as a Saskatoon Aqualene
These athletes don't just swim - they perform underwater choreography while holding their breath, training tirelessly to make the impossible look effortless in the world of artistic swimming.
Happy birthday, Canada! Saskatchewan kids share Canada Day party ideas
Before Canada blows out the candles, a group of Saskatchewan kids has some suggestions for the birthday party: more flags, more balloons, a bigger cake and a little extra care for the country.
How one Saskatchewan teen found his voice through 4-H
Diagnosed with autism and once struggling to communicate, Langham's Grayson Bigoraj found confidence, connection and purpose through an unlikely part of 4-H: public speaking.
