LATEST WEATHER
PHOTOS: DEVASTATING FIRES
Wildfire near the bridge on the south side of the Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation
Buckland Fire and Rescue is fighting wildfires at Weyakwin and Lower Fishing Lake.
Wildfires near Weyakwin in May 2025 (Derek Cornet/larongeNOW).
Whelan Bay looking across Whiteswan Lake, near Candle Lake, on May 25, 2025. (Carol Hogan)
Homes destroyed in East Trout Lake as the massive Shoe fire merged with the Camp fire
On May 27, Lakeland Fire attended a fire on Little Red River Reserve. (Facebook)
Candle Lake mayor calls nearby wildfire “a big one." (Debe Billay/Submitted)
The glow of wildfires burning near Lower Fishing Lake in May 2025. (Greg Cochran/Facebook)
Crews have been battling wildfires in the Christopher and Emma Lake area for weeks.
Highway 3 fire near Prince Albert in May 2025. (PA Now)
The Shoe Fire is "all around Caribou Creek," according to a Facebook post by Chris Brown.
A bush fire near Prince Albert halted with help from multiple agencies. (PA Now)
REGINA NEWS
Cycling suspect struck by Regina police vehicle on Monday
"... the suspect lost control of his bike and fell to the ground. The patrol vehicle was unable to avoid contact with the suspect and collided with the suspect at a low rate of speed."
Regina Red Sox mourning death of pitcher Jesse Lubiniecki
The Regina Red Sox announced on Tuesday the death of pitcher Jesse Lubiniecki in a single-vehicle rollover. The Regina product was on his way back from the U.S. to play his second season with the team.
City of Regina giving away 1,000 tree seedlings on Wednesday
The City of Regina said the Queen City's urban forest removes the same amount of carbon dioxide emitted by about 3,330 mid-sized vehicles each year, and helps with flood control and natural cooling.
Two 15-year-old girls charged with robbery after trying to steal purse: Police
"The victim told police she was walking in the area of Hamilton Street and 12th Avenue when two female suspects assaulted her and attempted to steal her purse," the police force said in a statement.
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS
La Ronge Health Centre closed as SHA evacuates 49 acute-care patients
The mandatory evacuation order for La Ronge was issued on Monday afternoon by the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency, along with evacuation orders for the nearby Lac La Ronge Indian Band and Air Ronge.
Sweetgrass First Nation man charged with first-degree murder: RCMP
At the scene, police arrested 41-year-old John Whitecalf. He's now facing a first-degree murder charge, and made his first appearance in a North Battleford provincial courtroom on Monday.
Candle Lake fire department receives fire suppression units from Global Medic
"Even in a 50-kilometre wind blowing directly at the fire, the fire is still creeping towards Candle Lake. It gains about 400 metres every day against the wind. That's a problem."
Saskatchewan fire evacuations grow after blaze breaches airport
The Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency issued an evacuation order Monday afternoon for the 2,500 residents of La Ronge, as well as those in nearby Air Ronge and the Lac La Ronge Indian Band.
TODAY ON EVAN BRAY
The Evan Bray Show - Tuesday, June 3
Is it significant to have the First Ministers meeting in Sask.? Wildfire check in and it's mining week. What are your worst and funniest wedding memories and has volunteering changed your life?
THE GREEN ZONE REPLAY
The Green Zone Replay - Monday, June 2
Jamie and Locker sat down with NHL legend Jeremy Roenick to talk about Hockey Hall of Fame, current NHL superstars and more, while Belton Johnson weighs in on the past weekend's Riders roster cuts.
SPORTS
Prince Albert's Gage Grassick named U Sports athlete of the year
Grassick is the first female athlete from the University of Saskatchewan to win the Lois and Doug Mitchell Athlete of the Year award. She just completed her fourth year with the U of S Huskies.
'You embrace it': Saskatchewan Roughriders know expectations are high for 2025
This season the expectations of Rider Nation are largely now in line with the players' own expectations - the team could make it to the Grey Cup for the first time since 2013.
Riders hit the field as preparations begin for CFL season opener
Saskatchewan Roughriders took to the field a day after final cuts were made. The CFL club will open up the regular season on Thursday at Mosaic Stadium with a showdown against the Ottawa Redblacks.
Roughriders cut 17, add 11 to practice roster ahead of 2025 season opener
The Saskatchewan Roughriders have decided how it wants the 2025 roster to look ahead of Thursday's season opener. The team will host the Ottawa Redblacks at Mosaic Stadium to kick off the CFL season.
CANADA & WORLD
White House says Trump will double tariffs on steel, aluminum tomorrow
When asked whether there would be any exemptions, press secretary Karoline Leavitt told reporters Trump will keep his promise to steelworkers. Canadian industries have said the tariffs could be devastating.
Canada's domestic tourism industry could net billions due to U.S. trade war: report
The report estimates that Canadians boycotting the U.S. for cross-border vacations could net the country's tourism sector up to $8.8 billion in extra business this year as travellers stay closer to home.
Health minister says forced addictions treatment lacks evidence, feds won't intervene
Alberta has introduced legislation to allow family members, health workers or police to apply to have someone ordered into treatment. B.C. and Ontario are pursuing policies around involuntary treatment.
Opposition MPs add call for a spring economic update to throne speech
Government whip Mark Gerretsen insists nothing went wrong with a throne speech sub-amendment vote that now calls on the government to table an economic update before Parliament breaks for the summer.
AGRICULTURE
Crop Report: Grasshoppers are hatching and seeding is at 88% completed
Some crops experienced minor damage from hot, dry and windy weather, in addition to some areas experiencing frost and flooding. Some producers are taking measures to control Flea beetles, wireworms and cutworms.
University of Sask. receives funding for two new agricultural research facilities
The university has received $11.8 million in funding, which will go towards the Harrington Plant Growth Facility and the Soil Science Field Facility.
Moisture levels still low, 72% planted: Sask. Crop Report
Many producers are busy spraying, land rolling and picking rocks and livestock are being moved to pastures. Producers are hoping for more rainfall soon and seeding remains the main focus.
RealAg talks Biofuel Policy with NOPA
There's a tremendous body of research showing that oil seeds are not only healthy, but also nutritious.
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PRAIRIE PROFILES
'A fantastic life': Reflections from a second-generation Allan Potash miner
Nutrien, which operates six Sask. potash mines, is celebrating 65 years in the province.
Answering the call: Inside a rural Sask. addiction recovery centre
Prairie Sky Recovery Centre in Liepzig, Saskatchewan is a beacon of hope for families in crisis. Explore the inspiring story of this addiction recovery centre's heartfelt approach.
Meet the alpacas turning heads on a Saskatchewan grain farm
Alpacas in sunglasses. Supreme Champion ribbons. Hand-knit toques. Prairie Fire Alpacas near Saskatoon isn't your typical grain farm - and that's exactly why you'll want to visit.
The Bird Lady: Meet the Saskatoon woman rescuing abandoned parrots
Every year, Janet Gibson answers 50 to 60 calls about abandoned birds. As the president of the Saskatoon Parrot Rescue, she's committed to finding these feathered friends a safe and loving new home.
