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Edmonton police appeal for dashcam footage in shooting investigation Original
Edmonton police are asking the public for dashcam and surveillance video as they continue investigating a shooting in north Edmonton that left two people injured earlier this year.
Edmonton police launch investigation into suspicious death of child Original
Edmonton police launch investigation into suspicious death of child A medical examiner is expected to conduct an autopsy later this week File photo of Edmonton Police Service cruiser. Photo by Shaughn Butts /Postmedia Edmonton police are investigating the death of a three-year-old girl discovered inside a downtown-area apartment over the weekend. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.
Fire restrictions expand across province as Morinville issues advisory Original
Fire restrictions expand across province as Morinville issues advisory Advisories stretch from High Level south to Hinton with restrictions along the Alberta-British Columbia border amid dry spring conditions A large wildfire broke out in the Redwater Provincial Recreation Area in May of 2025, prompting Sturgeon County to declare a state of local emergency.
One-bag, one-visitor policy expanded to U of A Hospital, Stollery Children's Hospital
One-bag, one-visitor policy expanded to U of A Hospital, Stollery Children's Hospital New safety measures roll out at University of Alberta Hospital and Stollery Children’s Hospital to safeguard patients, staff and visitors An ambulance waits outside the University of Alberta Hospital emergency area. A one-bag, one-visitor policy is now being expanded to the emergency departments at the University of Alberta Hospital and the Stollery Children's Hospital.
One-bag, one-visitor policy expanded to U of A Hospital, Stollery Children's Hospital
New safety measures roll out at University of Alberta Hospital and Stollery Children’s Hospital to safeguard patients, staff and visitors Published May 05, 2026 • Last updated 7 minutes ago • 1 minute read You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. An ambulance waits outside the University of Alberta Hospital emergency area.
RCMP asking for help tracking stolen truck — and two very important passengers Original
RCMP asking for help tracking stolen truck — and two very important passengers White Ford F350 taken from Stony Plain with crated peacocks still inside, police concerned for animal's well-being Parkland RCMP are searching for a stolen white 2005 Ford F350 Crew Cab with British Columbia licence plate SY7996. The truck contained a pair of crated peacocks when it was stolen from Stony Plain, AB, on Sunday, April 26, 2026.
Police renew appeal for video, witnesses in north Edmonton shooting Original
Police renew appeal for video, witnesses in north Edmonton shooting Investigators seeking dash cam, security footage from early morning hours of March 30, 2025, after man found with gunshot wound Edmonton Police vehicle Photo by David Bloom /Postmedia, file Edmonton police are asking the public for information and video footage following a shooting in northeast Edmonton last year. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.
Edmonton police issue public precaution after harassment incidents at U of A Original
Edmonton police issue public precaution after harassment incidents at U of A 33-year-old man charged and banned from campus following reports of aggressive and threatening behaviour in March Edmonton police have charged 33-year-old Muhammad Ahmed for harassment-related incidents at the University of Alberta (U of A) campus.
Lloydminster traffic stop nets arrest, leads to $155K drug seizure: ALERT Original
Lloydminster traffic stop nets arrest, leads to $155K drug seizure: ALERT Given the recent fentanyl overdoses experienced in Lloydminster, this is a large amount of fentanyl to remove from circulation and hopefully break some of the addiction cycle' Police say the drugs seized had an estimated street value of $155,000 and included 1,000 grams of methamphetamine, 527 grams of fentanyl, 503 grams of cocaine, and five litres of GHB.
Alberta Sheriffs close Edmonton home tied to drug activity Original
Alberta Sheriffs close Edmonton home tied to drug activity Residents reported short-term visitors and erratic behaviour, prompting court-ordered restrictions through 2028 A house in Castle Downs was shut down by Alberta Sheriffs due to suspicious activity on Thursday, April 2, 2026. Photo by Shaughn Butts /Postmedia Authorities have shut down a north Edmonton house after uncovering a pattern of drug-related activity over the past year.
Edmonton police warn public after release of high-risk child sex offender Original
The Edmonton Police Service has issued a public safety warning following the release of Alfred David White, 39, a convicted child sex offender. Authorities say there are reasonable grounds to believe the individual could commit another sexual offence against a child while living in the community. Edmonton police have issued a public safety warning following the release of a convicted child sex offender.
Made for the cold: World Cup ice climbing returns to Edmonton Original
The USA's Wilson Whitley reacts after falling during the UIAA Ice Climbing World Cup, in Edmonton Saturday Feb. 28, 2026. Photo by David Bloom Photo by David Bloom /Postmedia Edmonton hosted the 2026 UIAA Ice Climbing World Cup Feb. 26-28, bringing elite athletes from around the world to the North Saskatchewan River valley. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.
RCMP bans towing on the Queen Elizabeth II due to dangerous weather conditions Original
RCMP bans towing on the Queen Elizabeth II due to dangerous weather conditions Police warns travel off the QEII and issue a tow ban for the highway from Edmonton to north of Red Deer The RCMP warned motorists off travel on the QEII and issued a tow ban for the highway from Edmonton to north of Red Deer on Tuesday. Photo by Jackie Carmichael /Postmedia The RCMP has urged drivers to avoid the QEII and issued a tow ban for the highway from Edmonton to north of Red Deer on Tuesday.
Drugs, firearms seized by Maskwacis RCMP during traffic stop Original
Drugs, firearms seized by Maskwacis RCMP during traffic stop Police were responding to a report of threats involving a firearm when an officer located the suspect vehicle outside a residence. Maskwacis RCMP arrested five people and seized drugs and weapons following a traffic stop on Jan. 11, 2026. Photo by Supplied /RCMP Maskwacis RCMP arrested five people and seized drugs and weapons following a traffic stop on Jan. 11, 2026.
Fort Saskatchewan man charged after police seize large quantities of drugs and ammunition Original
Fort Saskatchewan man charged after police seize large quantities of drugs and ammunition Search warrant in Pine View uncovers signs of meth production following targeted police investigation Fort Saskatchewan RCMP seized multiple controlled substances, and ammunition during a search on a Pine View home on Dec. 18. Supplied Fort Saskatchewan RCMP have charged a man with multiple offences after a stash of drugs and ammunition was seized in a raid Thursday.
Companies, supervisor fined $216,000 after workplace injury Original
Companies, supervisor fined $216,000 after workplace injury Fines include a creative sentence directing $116,000 to Red Deer Polytechnic to develop safety training after worker seriously injured during well abandonment near Edson Companies, supervisor fined $216,000 after workplace injury. Fines include a creative sentence directing $116,000 to Red Deer Polytechnic to develop safety training after worker seriously injured during well abandonment near Edson, Alta.
Two dead in 'targeted' shooting in southeast Edmonton: EPS Original
Two dead in 'targeted' shooting in southeast Edmonton: EPS File photo of Edmonton Police Service. Photo by Shaughn Butts /10109999A Edmonton police are investigating the deaths of two men in their 20s who were shot in southeast Edmonton early Friday morning. Officers responded to gunfire near 32 Street and 26 Avenue around 1:43 a.m., but both victims were pronounced dead at the scene despite lifesaving efforts.
Accelerated roadwork completion sees 104 Avenue reopen to two lanes Original
Accelerated roadwork completion sees 104 Avenue reopen to two lanes Final phase of Valley Line West upgrades brings long-awaited relief for commuters and nearby businesses Marigold Infrastructure Partners completed the 2025 accelerated roadwork plan, and reopening of 104 Avenue between 105 Street and 121 Street from a single lane of traffic in each direction to two lanes in each direction on Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2025.
Accelerated roadwork completion sees 104 Avenue reopen to two lanes
Final phase of Valley Line West upgrades brings long-awaited relief for commuters and nearby businesses Published Dec 09, 2025 • 1 minute read You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Marigold Infrastructure Partners completed the 2025 accelerated roadwork plan, and reopening of 104 Avenue between 105 Street and 121 Street from a single lane of traffic in each direction to two lanes in each direction on Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2025.
RCMP uncover massive illegal cigarette load worth $7.65 million Original
Lloydminster RCMP seize $7.65-million illegal tobacco shipment Missing load manifest triggers search that reveals one of the province's largest recent illegal tobacco seizures Lloydminster RCMP conducted a traffic stop on a semi-truck in Lloydminster on Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025. The driver was unable to provide police with required documentation for the load which led to an inspection of the trailer. A search of the truck and trailer resulted in the discovery of illegal cigarettes.
Need for speed: A look at proposed limit increases on Alberta highways Original
Need for speed: A look at proposed limit increases on Alberta highways Early survey numbers show public support is high, but are there design and safety challenges? Alberta is asking the public whether speed limits on major divided highways should rise from 110 km/h to 120 km/h, with a pilot project planned to test the proposed change.
Need for speed: A look at proposed limit increases on Alberta highways
Early survey numbers show public support is high, but are there design and safety challenges? Published Nov 24, 2025 • Last updated 3 hours ago • 5 minute read You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Alberta is asking the public whether speed limits on major divided highways should rise from 110 km/h to 120 km/h, with a pilot project planned to test the proposed change.
Need for speed: A look at proposed limit increases on Alberta highways
Article content Road safety and highway design experts warn that many heavy trucks travel significantly slower than passenger vehicles. According to Alberta Transportation’s Highway Geometric Design Guide, typical heavy trucks may be 15 km/h or more below the posted highway speed on some grades, increasing speed differentials in a high-speed environment.
RCMP uncover massive illegal cigarette load worth $7.65 million
Missing load manifest triggers search that reveals one of the province's largest recent illegal tobacco seizures Published Nov 24, 2025 • 1 minute read You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Lloydminster RCMP conducted a traffic stop on a semi-truck in Lloydminster on Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025. The driver was unable to provide police with required documentation for the load which led to an inspection of the trailer.
Prince Albert Bishop tapped as Edmonton's next Archbishop Original
Rev. Stephen Hero, currently Bishop of Prince Albert, Sask., has been named by Pope Leo XIV the new Archbishop of Edmonton. Photo by The Catholic Archdiocese of Edmonton /Supplied The Catholic community in Edmonton will soon welcome a new archbishop. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.
Privacy commissioner sounds alarm after Alberta student data breach findings released Original
Privacy commissioner sounds alarm after Alberta student data breach findings released PowerSchool breach in Alberta and across Canada: What students and families need to know Alberta's information and privacy commissioner released findings on the recent PowerSchool breach, which exposed student and staff data across multiple school divisions.
Privacy commissioner sounds alarm after Alberta student data breach findings released
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Policing properties, not people: How Alberta’s SCAN program shuts down drug houses Original
Policing properties, not people: How Alberta’s SCAN program shuts down drug houses The Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods unit uses civil law to address drug activity, trafficking, and public safety concerns at properties across Alberta Alberta’s Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods program — better known as SCAN — uses civil law to address drug activity, trafficking, and public safety concerns at properties across Alberta.
Downtown Student Housing Incentive promises mini housing boom Original
Are Edmonton developers racing to build student housing? With $15 million in federal funding on the line, the Downtown Student Housing Incentive has drawn strong interest from developers — but no building permits have been issued yet, leaving the real race to build still ahead Students, staff and allies repaint the Pride flags outside the entrances to NorQuest College, 10215 108 St., in Edmonton on June 9, 2024.
'Stability': Edmonton’s housing market enters a cooling phase Original
'Stability': Edmonton’s housing market enters a cooling phase 'After a period of tighter supply, the increase in available listings compared to last year is creating more balanced conditions for everyone in the market — more choice for buyers and steady opportunity for sellers' Edmonton's housing market is entering a cooling phase, shows data from the Realtors Association of Edmonton (RAE).
'Stability': Edmonton’s housing market enters a cooling phase
'After a period of tighter supply, the increase in available listings compared to last year is creating more balanced conditions for everyone in the market — more choice for buyers and steady opportunity for sellers' Published Nov 08, 2025 • Last updated 1 day ago • 3 minute read You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Edmonton's housing market is entering a cooling phase, shows data from the Realtors Association of Edmonton (RAE).
Breaking down Bill 6, which mandates reading and math tests for Alberta K-3 students
Breaking down Bill 6, which mandates reading and math tests for Alberta K-3 students All kindergarten through Grade 3 students in Alberta could soon be required to take mandatory reading and math tests under Bill 6; the province's proposed law aimed at identifying learning gaps early Edmonton classroom file photo Photo by Brian Gavriloff /Postmedia THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.
Breaking down Bill 6, which mandates reading and math tests for Alberta K-3 students
Advertisement oop Skip to Content All kindergarten through Grade 3 students in Alberta could soon be required to take mandatory reading and math tests under Bill 6; the province's proposed law aimed at identifying learning gaps early • • Article content All kindergarten through Grade 3 students in Alberta could soon be required to take mandatory reading and math tests under Bill 6, the province’s proposed law aimed at identifying learning gaps early.
Breaking down Bill 6, which mandates reading and math tests for Alberta K-3 students
Advertisement 1 All kindergarten through Grade 3 students in Alberta could soon be required to take mandatory reading and math tests under Bill 6; the province's proposed law aimed at identifying learning gaps early Article content All kindergarten through Grade 3 students in Alberta could soon be required to take mandatory reading and math tests under Bill 6, the province’s proposed law aimed at identifying learning gaps early.
Breaking down Bill 6, which mandates reading and math tests for Alberta K-3 students
All kindergarten through Grade 3 students in Alberta could soon be required to take mandatory reading and math tests under Bill 6; the province's proposed law aimed at identifying learning gaps early Published Nov 07, 2025 • Last updated 3 hours ago • 4 minute read You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account.
Breaking down Bill 6, which mandates reading and math tests for Alberta K-3 students
Advertisement 1 All kindergarten through Grade 3 students in Alberta could soon be required to take mandatory reading and math tests under Bill 6; the province's proposed law aimed at identifying learning gaps early • • Article content All kindergarten through Grade 3 students in Alberta could soon be required to take mandatory reading and math tests under Bill 6, the province’s proposed law aimed at identifying learning gaps early.
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