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REGINA NEWS
Final REAL talks with Brandt expected to go past Sept. 1 target date
The City of Regina says fine details of the agreement for Brandt to purchase some of the REAL District's facilities are still being negotiated, so the timeline to close the deal is being updated.
Alert issued for Regina after three suspected drug overdose deaths
The health ministry said all three deaths were suspected drug overdoses, and the cluster of fatalities indicates a higher risk of overdose and death from drugs like cocaine and fentanyl in the area.
Regina General Hospital adding three beds to neonatal ICU
The unit is expanding from 25 beds up to 28, thanks to funding from the province and Hospitals of Regina Foundation. The new beds are expected to be available to patients in early September.
Regina pediatric diabetes staffing loss may force families to Saskatoon
Staffing losses are disrupting pediatric diabetes care in Regina, leaving some southern Saskatchewan families facing the possibility of longer trips to Saskatoon for necessary specialized treatment.
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS
SIGA's exclusive online gaming agreement extended to 2029
The provincial government said SIGA's online platform playnow.com has been "steadily growing in profitability, despite heavy competition from illegal platforms" since its launch in 2022.
Sask. RCMP seize 52,500 illegal cigarettes, drugs, weapons in Pilger raid
Mounties said they found and seized 530 grams of cocaine and seven grams of methamphetamine as well as the unstamped cigarettes and 40 grams of unstamped cannabis, a firearm, a baton, a Taser and cash.
Saskatchewan finance minister defends rising deficit on Evan Bray Show
Saskatchewan's Finance Minister Jim Reiter said the expenses that offset the added oil revenue were roughly $200 million for health care and $100 million for crop insurance due to flooding.
Saskatchewan's annual elm tree pruning ban ends on Tuesday
The proper disposal of elm wood is also important to help curb the spread of Dutch elm disease. The Sask. environment ministry said elm wood should be disposed of promptly at a designated location.
TODAY ON EVAN BRAY
The Evan Bray Show - Monday, August 31
On Monday's show, Evan talks to Provincial finance minister Jim Reiter about the growing deficit, finds out about Saskatoon's new transit bylaw and treatment for people dealing with addictions.
THE GREEN ZONE REPLAY
The Green Zone Replay - Monday, Aug. 31
Jamie hands out grades for the Riders game, Darrin Bauming looks at Winnipeg Blue Bombers and Winnipeg Jets, Brian Propp discusses his new book, and Belton Johnson has thoughts on the Roughriders.
SPORTS
VIDEO: Martinuik, Dernisky pushing pace ahead of Blades pre-season
It was a glimpse into the near future at the Saskatoon Blades training camp over the weekend, with top prospects Kain Martinuik and Teagan Dernisky wearing their WHL uniforms for the first time.
Roughriders show resilience in 28-24 win over Toronto Argonauts
The Saskatchewan Roughriders had to weather the storm against a feisty Toronto Argonauts team but ultimately found a way to get the lead late and secure a crucial 28-24 win at Mosaic Stadium.
All heart for all-purpose back Charles Sawi in final season with Saskatoon Hilltops
In his final season with the Saskatoon Hilltops, Charles Sawi has become one of the most explosive players in the Prairie Football Conference returning kicks, rushing the ball or hauling in touchdowns.
NHL drafted stars Klimpke, Williams embracing expanded roles with Blades in 2026-27
Brayden Klimpke and Cooper Williams had their childhood dreams realized as NHL draft picks this summer. Now they're determined to take back that big league experience to lead the Saskatoon Blades.
CANADA & WORLD
Carney government asks court to quash lawsuit over projected missed emission targets
A group of advocates filed a lawsuit against the federal government in June arguing policy changes have knocked Ottawa off its track to meet Canada's legislated greenhouse gas emissions targets.
Canadian suspect in Belgian espionage case to remain in pretrial detention
The prosecutor's office announced on July 25 that "a Canadian national of Chinese origin" had been arrested on accusations of espionage and participation in a criminal organization.
No pint-sized matter: Thieves steal $70,000 in Pabst beer from California warehouse
Pabst Blue Ribbon has turned the thefts into a light-hearted social media promotion. But police in Montclair said investigators are trying to determine whether they were part of a single operation.
Invest in Canada's chief executive resigns weeks before investment summit
Laurel Broten's resignation comes ahead of an investment summit that will see Prime Minister Mark Carney's government bring together foreign investors and the heads of major domestic funds.
AGRICULTURE
Sask. farmers making progress, but harvest lags behind long-term averages
According to the latest crop report from the Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture, harvest is just 11 per cent complete across the province, well behind the five-year average of 25 per cent.
Harvest moving slowly in Sask. as farmers hope for warmer weather
According to the Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture, harvest is four per cent complete across the province, well behind the five-year average of 15 per cent and the 10-year average of 12 per cent.
Farmers say southeast Sask. rain won't dampen start of harvest
Environment Canada issued a rainfall warning for an area including Carlyle, Estevan, and Moosomin, but southeast Saskatchewan farmers say the rain won't delay the start of harvest for them.
Man from RM of Martin charged after allegedly altering cattle brands
Police said the 52-year-old man has been charged with altering a brand on cattle and fraud over $5,000. He's set to appear in provincial court in Moosomin in September, police added.
SASKATCHEWAN STORIES WITH BRITTANY CAFFET
Inside Claybank: Exploring Saskatchewan's abandoned brick factory
Hidden in southern Sask., the Claybank Brick Plant helped build Canadian landmarks, outfit warships and even support NASA's journey to the moon. Now, the National Historic Site is slowly falling apart.
Stones and bones: The life's work of Dr. Ernie Walker
As an archaeologist, professor and forensic anthropologist, Saskatoon's Dr. Ernie Walker built three remarkable careers in around one simple question: What story does this tell?
Planes, trains and automobiles: The remarkable life of Bill Noble
He's worked with fighter jets, driven race cars and flown planes. Yet the thing that brings Bill Noble the most joy is sharing his childhood passion for trains as conductor of the Wheatland Express.
Gus' Sweet Treats: Meet Martensville's 10-year-old ice cream man
Remember the scramble when you heard the ice cream bike coming? Young entrepreneur Gus Fandrich is bringing that little bit of nostalgic summer magic back to Martensville.
