REGINA NEWS

'Room for more': Fair fans want bigger rides, better security at QCX
REAL District said the fair generated $12.9 million in economic impact for Saskatchewan in a news release. REAL will no longer oversee the exhibition operations, after some of the district's campus was sold.

Downtown Regina mosque to resume call to prayer broadcast with English translation
Rahaman said many responses to their survey included misconceptions about the Muslim faith. He wants to meet with other leaders to talk about freedom of religion, and address some of the misconceptions.

Regina police report missing children, assault and bear spray incidents at 2026 QCX
Over the course of the five-day fair, held from July 29-Aug. 2, 60 missing children were found and returned safely to their families or caregivers. There were also two thefts and three assaults recorded.

Regina housing supply growing with population boom, city report says
In 2025, building permits for housing units hit a five-year high with 1,674 units approved, 58 per cent of which were multi-unit housing. 12 new infill developments were also completed in last year.
SASKATCHEWAN NEWS

Saskatchewan gas prices drop as much as 20 cents a litre, but analyst warns relief could be brief
Saskatchewan gas prices have fallen sharply at some stations, but GasBuddy analyst Patrick De Haan warns geopolitical uncertainty could cause them to quickly rise again.

Premier Scott Moe talks provincial backing for event centre projects on Evan Bray Show
Last week, the provincial government said it is prepared to match federal contributions towards certain event centre projects. Premier Scott Moe joined The Evan Bray Show to unpack the decision.

B.C. woman charged after Mounties seize 10.25 kilos of cocaine during traffic stop: RCMP
Police said a 33-year-old woman from Windermere, B.C. is facing charges of possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking and possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000.

Sask. company ordered to pay $8,000 after worker injured in fall from ladder
The charges related to an incident on May 10, 2024, when a worker in Wadena was injured after falling from a ladder onto a concrete floor while replacing springs on an overhead door.
TODAY ON EVAN BRAY

The Evan Bray Show - Thursday, August 6
On Thursday's show, Evan welcomed Premier Scott Moe to talk about funding for event centres in the province, talks about the popularity of pickleball and the state of recruitment in the Canadian Armed Forces.
THE GREEN ZONE REPLAY

The Green Zone Replay - Thursday, Aug. 6
Jamie Nye checks in with Green Zone Riders reporter, Britton Gray, one day before the team's next game, then talks the Denver Broncos, Ottawa Redblacks and the Buffalo Bills on Thursday's show.
SPORTS

Mamba iced out by Sea Bears 99-88, eliminated in CEBL Western Conference semi-final
A four-year wait for Canadian Elite Basketball League playoffs ended in heartbreak on Thursday in Winnipeg for the Saskatoon Mamba, as their 2026 season came to a close in conference semi-finals.

Roughriders' injury list continues to grow ahead of Redblacks game
The Saskatchewan Roughriders didn't reveal much good news when it comes to injuries this week. The team added four starters to the six-game injured list including Sam Emilus and Kian Schaffer-Baker.

Your grandma was right: Why everyone's suddenly playing pickleball
Think pickleball is just for retirees? Think again. Ahead of National Pickleball Day, Saskatchewan ambassador Amy Klassen explains why people are rallying behind this fast-growing sport.

'Suffering together': Run clubs have exploded. Here's where you can find them in Saskatoon
Saskatoon now has so many run clubs, you can pretty much find a community jaunt to clock some mileage with, any day of the week. We've compiled a full list of the city's run clubs.
CANADA & WORLD

Poilievre says Carney must explain 'failed' screening that led to NATO spy case
At a Thursday news conference in Calgary, Defence Minister David McGuinty told reporters it would be "irresponsible" for him to comment on any specific aspects the NATO espionage case.

N.S. attorney general wants answers after innocent man serves 18 months in prison
Nova Scotia's attorney general says he wants answers on how an innocent man served 18 months in prison for child exploitation charges after investigators mixed up his online username.

Nova Scotian children under 14 will soon be banned from e-scooters and e-bikes
Nova Scotia Public Works Minister Fred Tilley says the age restriction for e-bikes and e-scooters is part of a slate of changes that will be made to the province's Traffic Safety Act.

Judge authorizes class action by Jewish students against McGill
The lawsuit alleges that Jewish students were the victims of antisemitic and anti-Zionist activities, speeches, harassment and even assault during a series of protests that began after Oct. 7, 2023.
AGRICULTURE

Louis Dreyfus to add 140 jobs in Yorkton
The changes to the company's canola processing site will more than double its crushing its capacity and the new jobs will bring the company's workforce up to 260 people by the end of 2026.

Sask. beekeepers warn 50 per cent U.S. tariffs could shut down key export market
A proposed 50 per cent U.S. tariff on Canadian honey exports has added another challenge to the beekeeping industry, which is already struggling after several years of low honey prices.

Spray drone technology gains ground at Ag in Motion
Spray drones can apply products to crops when fields are too wet for ground sprayers and can help avoid issues such as getting stuck in muddy fields, creating ruts and damaging crops with tire tracks.

Farmers flock to Langham for first day of 2026 Ag in Motion
"We're expecting 30,000 people over the next three days, including about 300 people from 20 different countries that are coming as buying delegations," said Rob O'Connor, Ag in Motion show director.
SASKATCHEWAN STORIES WITH BRITTANY CAFFET

Your grandma was right: Why everyone's suddenly playing pickleball
Think pickleball is just for retirees? Think again. Ahead of National Pickleball Day, Saskatchewan ambassador Amy Klassen explains why people are rallying behind this fast-growing sport.

Before he was a Roughriders star, Trevor Harris was a dancer
He can read a defence, escape a pass rush and lead a CFL offence. But before Trevor Harris became a Saskatchewan Roughriders quarterback, he was a kid learning hip hop, jazz and tap from his mom.

Two left feet? Right this way: Inside Saskatoon's Ballroom Dancing Club
For 62 years, the University of Saskatchewan Ballroom Dancing Club has turned hesitant beginners into confident dancers - creating friendships, memories and a community that keeps people coming back.

From handoffs to headlocks: The other side of Roughrider running back AJ Ouellette
Saskatchewan Roughriders running back AJ Ouellette is a champion on the football field. But in the offseason, he trades his cleats for wrestling boots, pursuing his passion for professional wrestling.

























