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REGINA NEWS
Economic growth, challenging budget reviewed by Regina's mayor in annual address
In his 2026 State of the City address, Mayor Chad Bachynski said Regina is on the rise with new development, but council had to balance making unpopular but responsible choices during the budget.
Fraudsters siphon more than $1 million from local business: Regina police
A previously convicted fraudster has allegedly funnelled more than $1 million out of his workplace, sending unauthorized payments to himself and another man for two years, according to Regina police.
Higher fines, higher fares, and no more meters: Regina parking changes get green light
City council has approved parking bylaw changes including the removal of parking meters with a non-digital paper voucher option to be sold alongside the Pay by Phone app.
Regina Public Library told no debt room for renewal project
In a setback for plans to renew or replace the Regina Public Library's Central branch, city administration says there's no borrowing room after plans had to be moved forward to upgrade the city's wastewater treatmen...
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS
Saskatchewan anglers reminded to remove ice shelters as deadlines approach
"Waiting until the last days increases the risk of equipment breaking through the ice or becoming impossible to retrieve safely. Early removal is the best way to avoid dangerous situations."
Man charged after allegedly stealing car, kidnapping two minors at gunpoint in Tisdale
"The male drove around the Tisdale area, forcing the youth to remain inside the vehicle. Approximately two hours later, the male let both youth out of the vehicle near Tisdale. No injuries were reported."
Shooting death on 22nd Street marks Saskatoon's second homicide investigation of 2026
"Upon arrival, officers located a male suffering from a gunshot wound. The male was transported to hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries," the Saskatoon Police Service said in a statement.
RCMP investigates homicide at North Battleford motel
The Saskatchewan RCMP's murder unit is investigating the death of a 30-year-old man after an incident outside a North Battleford motel Friday morning.
TODAY ON EVAN BRAY
The Evan Bray Show - Friday, March 13
Evan looks back on one year of tariffs with Saskatchewan's Minister of Trade, breaks down the Musqueam First Nation agreement with the federal government and explores superstitions this Friday the 13th.
THE GREEN ZONE REPLAY
The Green Zone Replay - Friday, March 13
2:05 - Starting Lineup The Oilers hit a brick wall called the Dallas Stars last night. The Maple Leafs are gutless. More history was made in the NBA last night. A Canadian had a great day at the Players Championship...
SPORTS
Energized Saskatchewan Rush entering final stretch of season holding NLL's top spot
Coming out of a much-needed bye week, the Saskatchewan Rush will play four of their final five regular-season games at home as they try to fend off pressure as the National Lacrosse League's top team.
Manhunt for suspect in fatal shooting leads to delay in opening gates at Players Championship
St. Johns County Sheriff Rob Hardwick said the suspect, whom he identified as Christian Barrios, shot two people multiple times at about 10:30 p.m. Friday in the parking lot of Walgreens.
Sask. curler Colton Flasch explains decision to move on from skip Mike McEwen
It's a new direction for Colton Flasch, Kevin Marsh and Daniel Marsh, who are choosing to move forward next season without skip Mike McEwen in an effort to prepare for a fresh Olympic cycle.
Well-rested Saskatoon Blades face uphill climb in chase for east's fifth seed
As WHL playoffs loom with five games left on their schedule, the Saskatoon Blades face a seven-point deficit to the Brandon Wheat Kings in their chase to secure the Eastern Conference's fifth seed.
CANADA & WORLD
Carney says Canada a reliable oil exporter with moves to increase production
The 32 member countries of the International Energy Agency, including Canada, have agreed to a co-ordinated release of oil stocks as the war in Iran destabilizes oil supply chains.
Iran war adds new uncertainty to the Bank of Canada's already clouded lens
Late last month, Statistics Canada also reported the economy contracted by half a percentage point on an annualized basis in the fourth quarter, undershooting the Bank of Canada's call for flat growth.
'One elbow up, one down': The Carney government after its first year
"Canadians overwhelmingly remain deeply unhappy. Some feel betrayed, some even may be more aggressive in their feelings towards the United States, and particularly the president."
Fact File: As Iran war escalates, fake videos and images proliferate online
As the U.S.-Israel war on Iran escalates, a flood of fake and misleading content is muddying the waters online, as manufactured or altered videos and images get millions of views.
AGRICULTURE
Some Sask. farmers to get winter elk hunting permits next year to protect land
The province said producers with a history of large herds of elk damaging their crops will be able to apply for eight elk depredation permits for elk hunting on their land from January to March 2027.
Saskatchewan to support pulse protein centre in India
More than 80 per cent of all pulses exported from Canada to India are grown in Saskatchewan, providing healthy and high-protein food for hundreds of millions of people every day.
China suspends some canola, seafood tariffs on Canada after Carney visit
The announcement comes after Prime Minister Mark Carney met earlier this year with Chinese President Xi Jinping in a visit that saw the leaders ink a deal on electric vehicles and canola.
Moe, Smith urge Ottawa to reverse strychnine ban as gophers pose 'serious pest threat' to farms
Saskatchewan's Scott Moe and Alberta's Danielle Smith said the ground squirrels "have become a serious pest threat to agriculture, damaging a wide variety of crops" across the prairies.
SASKATCHEWAN STORIES WITH BRITTANY CAFFET
Passing the puck: Hockey hero Wickenheiser mentors young Sask. girl
This International Women's Month, Saskatchewan hockey legend, Hayley Wickenheiser, shared some hockey wisdom with 9-year-old Ella Kautzman of Warman, inspiring the next generation of female players.
Beyond the Paralympics: Inclusion on a Saskatchewan ski slope
While the Paralympics highlight elite athletes with disabilities, inclusion in sport starts right here at home. At Table Mountain, 11-year-old Jac Cashin is discovering the joy of skiing.
The 'giraffe' of the orchestra: Meet Saskatoon's bassoon soloist
From Grade 6 band class rebel to Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra soloist, Stephanie Unverricht is ready to take the spotlight, turning an unusual instrument into the star of the show.
Meet the Saskatoon Indigenous educator reviving culture through craft
From her kohkum's kitchen to communities across Saskatchewan, Jasmyn Albert teaches sewing, beading and ceremony, passing down Indigenous traditions through hands-on workshops and storytelling.
