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SASKATOON NEWS
Saskatoon residents encouraged to report potholes as city begins annual repairs
With the last of the late-season snow melting away, the City of Saskatoon has begun its annual repair work to fix the potholes that popped up around the city during the winter months.
Victim seriously injured in machete attack on Idylwyld Drive on Sunday: Saskatoon police
Officers were called to a robbery in progress outside a business on Idylwyld Drive North shortly before 9 p.m. after getting a report saying two suspects had assaulted and robbed a male victim.
Downtown Saskatoon development, grocery store could be 'transformational'
Saskatoon's downtown could look a lot different if a proposed project which would see 600 residential units, 540 parking spaces, offices, retailers, and a grocery store is given the green light.
Saskatoon police briefs: Vehicle check stops, charges laid in vehicle incidents
Police ticketed 63 vehicles and issued 47 warnings during recent traffic stops and have recently laid charges in the theft of a vehicle and an incident where a stolen vehicle evaded police over the weekend.
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS
Sask. flood risk continues as warmer weather approaches
Flooding has stabilized in several Saskatchewan communities, but officials say warmer weather could bring another wave of runoff as snowpack remains in parts of the province.
U of R economist unimpressed with federal government's spring fiscal update
Speaking on The Evan Bray Show Wednesday, Dr. Jason Childs said a $66 billion dollar deficit shouldn't be treated as good news, and said his concerns about the country's finances haven't changed.
'It's striking': Sask. child and youth advocate warns of toxic drugs putting kids at risk
The report revealed that between 2019 and 2025, more than 40 children under the age of five died or were injured in the province after being exposed to fentanyl, methamphetamine and/or cocaine.
VIDEO: PA police investigate suspicious arson, firearm incident
When they arrived, officers saw fire crews fighting the blaze at the front entrance of the building. Police have found the vehicle connected to the incident, but are still investigating to identify the suspects invo...
TODAY ON EVAN BRAY
The Evan Bray Show - Tuesday, April 28
On Tuesday's show, Evan discusses the crude awakening of oil impacts caused by the war on Iran, the decision to create a sovereign wealth fund for Canada and how supermarket shoppers are adapting to pressure.
THE GREEN ZONE REPLAY
The Green Zone Replay - Monday, April 27
Are the Oilers done in the NHL playoffs? Drew Remenda weighs in on the Ducks OT winner. Will the Buffalo Sabres go deep? What now for Ottawa Senators? And we have a preview of the CFL Draft.
SPORTS
An extra CFL playoff game good for business at Mosaic Stadium
Vendors at Mosaic Stadium could see an extra chance for revenue, starting in the 2027 season. The CFL announced changes to the playoff formats beginning that year, which could see teams host two playoff games.
Snow more waiting: City golf courses to reopen Friday
Golfers will be welcomed back to city-owned greens for the season, starting at 12 p.m. on Fri, May 1. Tee time reservations will be accepted by phone, online or in person, beginning April 30 at 9 a.m.
Three city-run golf courses open up on Friday in Regina
"In 2025, residents played more than 140,000 rounds of golf at City courses, setting a new record," said Russell Eirich, Regina's director of parks and open space services.
Federal government earmarks $145M for World Cup security
The government says the funding is in response to "specific operational needs identified by the host provinces and cities." It says the funding will reduce pressure on the cities and provinces.
CANADA & WORLD
Carney says clean electricity strategy promised weeks ago is still on its way
At a news conference in Halifax on March 26, Carney said the government will be releasing "next week" a strategy to expand the electricity grid through hydro, nuclear and renewable energy.
Tumbler Ridge, B.C., families sue Altman and OpenAI over shooting
In documents provided by lawyers representing seven people affected by the shooting, the plaintiffs accuse the AI company of failing to warn authorities and aiding and abetting the shooting.
Man charged with trying to kill Trump at dinner took photo with knife in hotel, investigators say
Cole Allen wore black pants, a black shirt and a red tie as he snapped the image in his room at the Washington Hilton, the venue where Trump and hundreds of journalists were meeting for a gala.
Tories decry Liberal secrecy as government moves committee debate behind closed doors
On Tuesday, the health and ethics committees welcomed new Liberal MPs, giving the government a majority. Minutes into both meetings, the Liberal members sent the debates into closed-door sessions.
AGRICULTURE
Some Saskatchewan farmers dealing with timeline worries due to snowy spring
The extra moisture is always welcome in Saskatchewan but being behind in the spring can put a farmer's entire year behind, says Jeremy Welter of APAS.
Monette Seeds elevator licence to lapse as company enters creditor protection
Jeremy Welter, a vice-president with APAS, said the loss of an operating elevator in the Swift Current area could affect the competition and prices for area farmers' crops.
Drought fears linger as seeding begins on southwest Saskatchewan farms
Farmers in southwest Saskatchewan are seeding after a very volatile spring, and they say a lack of subsoil moisture and outdated support programs leave the season and their future uncertain.
From lake to plate: Wild rice harvesting draws Indigenous people to the land
Wild rice is an important crop for First Nations and Métis people and was first introduced in Northern Saskatchewan in the 1930s. It sells for top dollar in international markets. Part 1 in a series.
SASKATCHEWAN STORIES WITH BRITTANY CAFFET
Meet the Langham taxidermists preserving stories, not just trophies
At Tough Tines Taxidermy in rural Saskatchewan, Jolene and Cory Kallis turn harvested animals into lasting memories. From a hunter's first deer to exotic species, every mount preserves a story.
How chess is helping Saskatoon kids slow down and think
Saskatoon kids are learning how to think ahead and focus deeply through hands‑on chess workshops that bring the game to life, guided by Arash Abdollahzadeh, a former international competitor from Iran.
Where fun meets fitness: Exploring Dynasty Ninja in Saskatoon
Dynasty Ninja is Saskatoon's ninja gym, where kids and adults train with climbing, swinging and balancing obstacles to improve strength, agility and confidence.
Repair Café giving broken items a second chance in Saskatoon
Once a month at Saskatoon Makerspace, volunteers help community members fix broken household items for free, sharing skills and bringing everything from lamps to coffee makers or clothing back to life.
