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'A complete surprise': Saskatoon's Ella Sowden earns NFL flag football scholarship
Saskatoon flag football star Ella Sowden was in shock after winning the Women's Flag Football International Scholarship from the NFL and RCX Sports Foundation to support her college career.
Saskatchewan fans optimistic for knockout round after Canada's first World Cup loss
Despite a 2-1 loss at the hands of Switzerland on Wednesday, Team Canada has advanced to the knockout round at the World Cup, with Canadian fans praising the team's resilience and determination.
Saskatoon City Council approves Muskeg Lake Cree Nation DEED negotiations
Talks are officially on between the city and First Nation to explore a potential partnership for the Downtown Event and Entertainment District, which Chief Kelly Wolfe called an "exciting opportunity."
Spud-nots: Popular snack to be absent from this year's Saskatoon Ex
No specific reason was shared, but the organization said it came to the decision "after careful consideration," and noted that it will likely come as a disappointment to many.
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS
Regina mosque leader seeks dialogue after call to prayer broadcasts draw threats
After threats and criticism followed a new outdoor call to prayer, a Regina mosque leader says he wants conversation, not confrontation. Police say the threats are being investigated.
Regina cops seize nearly five kilograms of drugs, with street value of roughly $115,000
In addition to the raids in Regina, police said an additional search warrant was executed at a home on Fifth Avenue North in Saskatoon on Thursday, where a 32-year-old man was arrested.
Wanted in Saskatchewan: 10 people being hunted by RCMP in June
Saskatchewan RCMP's wanted list for June includes people being sought for sexual assault, forcible confinement and human trafficking. Everyone on the list has active warrants for criminal charges.
Sask. 2025 wildfire response topped $350M amid severe budgeting flaws: Auditor
Provincial auditor Tara Clemett says SPSA hasn't been figuring out the proper resources before each wildfire season, forcing it to go over budget each year using contracted resources.
TODAY ON EVAN BRAY
The Evan Bray Show - Thursday, June 25
8:30 - After tabling the first volume of her 2026 report on Tuesday morning, Evan speaks with Saskatchewan's provincial auditor, Tara Clemett, to learn more about what came of the audits of 57 provincial agencies th...
THE GREEN ZONE REPLAY
The Green Zone Replay - Wednesday, June 24
Britton Gray's Roughrider report, TSN's Bob Weeks on changes to the PGA's structure, Mike Hogan with the latest from the Toronto Argonauts, and updates for a World Cup super fan.
SPORTS
Detroit Lions player Terrion Arnold has been arrested in a Florida kidnapping and robbery
Three men in their late teens were held at gunpoint, pistol-whipped and robbed in Tampa on Feb. 4, and the 23-year-old Arnold was the "primary conspirator," the Tampa Police Department said.
'A complete surprise': Saskatoon's Ella Sowden earns NFL flag football scholarship
Saskatoon flag football star Ella Sowden was in shock after winning the Women's Flag Football International Scholarship from the NFL and RCX Sports Foundation to support her college career.
Saskatchewan fans optimistic for knockout round after Canada's first World Cup loss
Despite a 2-1 loss at the hands of Switzerland on Wednesday, Team Canada has advanced to the knockout round at the World Cup, with Canadian fans praising the team's resilience and determination.
'Lot of respect for those guys': Riders' defence looking forward to Argos challenge
The Saskatchewan Roughriders and defensive co-ordinator Josh Bell will take on a high-powered Toronto Argonauts offence on Friday. They are led by Chad Kelly, who has thrown for 400+ yards in every game.
CANADA & WORLD
Carney says B.C. condo buyout proposal is about affordability, not bailouts
Critics have accused the Liberal government of offering a bailout to developers who built too many condos and are now facing the prospect of steep losses if they're forced to sell in a slow market.
Canada now eligible to take part in Eurovision song contest
Eurovision, which has been running for decades, features performers from various countries and is co-ordinated by the European Broadcasting Union. Canada became a full member after a vote today.
These economists are worried Canada has a data quality problem
Most economists, including at the Bank of Canada, were a bit surprised when Statistics Canada reported late last month that the economy contracted slightly over the first three months of the year.
Gun control group repeats call for end to sales of SKS rifles after Montreal shooting
Police have not identified the type of firearm used to kill Montreal police officer Mohamed Lamine Benredouane and civilian bystander Michel Mizrahi this week, but it appeared to be an SKS.
AGRICULTURE
Strychnine distribution begins after emergency use approved in parts of Saskatchewan
According to the Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture, farmers in eligible regions of the province can now purchase two per cent liquid strychnine at participating RM offices.
Seeding 97 per cent complete in Sask., with east-central region furthest behind: Crop report
While farmers have worked hard to get the 2026 crop in the ground, a delayed start meant the provincial average was still lagging slightly behind the five- and 10-year averages of 99 per cent.
Seeding nearly complete across Sask. as producers continue to make good progress
According to the latest crop report from the Ministry of Agriculture, which covered the week ending on Monday, seeding is now 93 per cent complete across the province, up from 80 per cent.
Two more Texas screwworm infections found in animals far apart, USDA says
The screwworm produces a larvae that eats live flesh instead of dead material. Females lay eggs in wounds of warm-blooded animals such as cattle, but wildlife, pets and even humans can be infested.
SASKATCHEWAN STORIES WITH BRITTANY CAFFET
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.
Life in rotations: A Father's Day story from Cigar Lake
Cessa Fern grew up counting the weeks until her dad came home from Cameco's Cigar Lake mine. Years later, she's working there too - and seeing those years away in a different light.
More than paint: North Park students leave a legacy in Saskatoon
What began as a school project for a Grade 8 class has become something much bigger: a hand-painted mural, a lesson in Michif culture and a lasting gift to the city.
Meet the musical Saskatoon family sharing the stage in 'Oliver!'
The Lapointe family is flipping the usual theatre script: instead of watching from the audience, the parents and children are all on stage together in the Saskatoon Summer Players' performance of 'Oliver!'
