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REGINA NEWS
VIDEO: Regina mayor opposes floral conservatory closure
Chad Bachynski says he does not support the closure of the Regina Floral Conservatory and doubts citizens will end up with the 15.69 per cent mill rate hike to preserve current service levels.
LISTEN: Regina Floral Conservatory board working to secure facility's future
Regina Floral Conservatory chair Jolene Norleen said the community support is growing after the revelation that the conservatory might lose funding as the city works to reduce a massive property tax hike.
Man arrested after crime spree in Regina, White City on Friday: Police
The 40-year-old man is now facing charges including possession of drugs for the purpose of trafficking, dangerous driving, impaired driving, motor vehicle theft and possession of stolen property.
Cockroaches found in Regina General Hospital Mother Baby Unit
Health Minister Jeremy Cockrill said cockroaches were spotted in two rooms in October. He said the rooms were immediately cleared and the cockroaches were "brought in by a patient and their family."
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS
Sask. government introduces protection from losses from federal gun buyback
The government's amendments to the Saskatchewan Firearms Act mean that any gun seized under the federal gun buyback program would need to be bought back at fair market value.
Sask. NDP introduces rent control bill that government 'not likely to support'
Saskatchewan is one of the few provinces in Canada that does not have a form of rent control. NDP Leader Carla Beck said the bill is about fairness and giving a voice to renters in the province.
Wildfires, tariffs and health care: Province expecting $427 million deficit
Despite budgeting for a $12 million surplus when the fiscal year began, the province said it now expects a large deficit and pointed to expenses like wildfires, health care and pressures from tariffs.
Saskatoon's point-in-time count identifies 29 per cent more homeless people
Saskatoon's fifth point-in-time count recorded 1,931 homeless people on a single day in October. It's an increase of 432 individuals from 2024, and the rising trend is being reflected in shelters.
TODAY ON EVAN BRAY
The Evan Bray Show - Tuesday, Nov. 25
8:30 - Today, Saskatoon's budget negotiations begin at City Hall. We have reporter Mia Holowaychuk and senior reporter Lara Fominoff, both covering the action from our CKOM newsroom. Lara joins Evan to discuss what ...
THE GREEN ZONE REPLAY
The Green Zone Replay - Tuesday, Nov. 25
What are the Saskatchewan Roughriders planning for the off-season? Chicago Blackhawks and Toronto Raptors are streaking, while Patrick Johnston discusses Vancouver Canucks woes and his book Gino.
SPORTS
Riders' GM Jeremy O'Day reflects on successful season, work begins on 2026
After putting together the team that won the 2025 Grey Cup, Saskatchewan Roughriders general manager Jeremy O'Day spoke to media for his season-end availability as the focus now turns to 2026.
Canadian curling legend Colleen Jones dead at 65: Curling Canada
Curling Canada described Colleen Jones, who won the world championship twice and the national women's title six times, as "one of the most exceptional figures in Canadian curling."
Canadian swimmer Penny Oleksiak suspended for two years over anti-doping rule violation
The International Testing Agency says the 25-year-old has accepted a suspension for an anti-doping rule violation, committing three whereabouts failures between October 2024 and June 2025.
LISTEN: Riders Trevor Harris and AJ Ouellette reflect on Grey Cup win
VIDEO: Saskatchewan Roughriders quarterback Trevor Harris and running back AJ Ouellette joined Jamie and Locker on The Green Zone to talk about their experiences bringing home the 112th Grey Cup.
CANADA & WORLD
Federal, provincial governments raked in more than $5.4B in cannabis tax revenue
Ontario has taken in the greatest provincial share of revenue - $1.5 billion - with Alberta coming in second at just over $1 billion, despite having less than a third of Ontario's population.
Four more arrested in $102M Louvre jewel heist, Paris prosecutor says
The loot hasn't been recovered. It includes a diamond-and-emerald necklace Napoleon gave to Empress Marie-Louise, jewels tied to 19th-century Queens Marie-Amélie and Hortense, and Empress Eugénie's tia...
Thai woman found alive in coffin after being brought in for cremation
"I was a bit surprised, so I asked them to open the coffin, and everyone was startled," Pairat Soodthoop said. "I saw her opening her eyes slightly and knocking on the side of the coffin."
Hodgson says Ottawa is close to providing clarity on B.C. tanker ban
The tanker ban became law in 2019 under Justin Trudeau and has been among the most criticized laws by the government of Alberta. B.C. Premier David Eby has called on Ottawa to keep the ban in place.
AGRICULTURE
Farmers will lobby Ottawa for $50K guaranteed annual income pilot program
The idea by the National Farmers Union came from its convention last week in New Brunswick. David Thompson, executive director of the union, says a guaranteed income would help stabilize farmers' incomes.
'All hands on deck': Federal agriculture minister looking for resolutions on tariffs
Heath MacDonald, in Regina for Agribition on Monday, said Saskatchewan's relationship with India is helping the federal government as it works on reviving a trade deal with the country.
2025 Canadian wheat crop a pleasant surprise
Canadian farmers grew 36.6 million tonnes of wheat, with most graded No. 1 or No. 2. Despite variable growing conditions across the Prairies, timely mid-summer rains supported higher-than-average yields.
'Valid' questions for CFIA but few simple answers in wake of B.C. ostrich cull
Infectious disease veterinarian Scott Weese says the hundreds of ostriches shot dead on a rainy night at a British Columbia farm this month "probably weren't infected" with avian influenza at the time.
SASKATCHEWAN STORIES WITH BRITTANY CAFFET
90-year-old hockey players prove you're never too old to play
"Age disappears when you get out on the ice," says Stan Halliwell, co-founder of the Saskatoon 60+ Hockey League. At 91, he still straps on skates twice a week, proving the love of hockey never fades.
Behind the lights: How Saskatoon's Enchanted Forest comes to life
Six miles of cords, three million lights and twenty staff. From September onward, Gerald Sorokan and his team work tirelessly to bring a beloved Christmas tradition to life: The BHP Enchanted Forest.
'We can do this': Second World War veteran reflects on women breaking barriers
At 18, Ruth Bond-Martinson joined the war effort, and spent a lifetime proving women could do anything. Now 100, she reflects on her service, the bonds she built and her hopes for future generations.
Coffee with a cause: Brewing belonging at a Saskatchewan non-profit
This isn't your average cup of joe. Adults with intellectual disabilities at Light of the Prairies help prepare and deliver LOTP Coffee, filling every bag with pride, joy and purpose.
