Murray Wood: Is this one of those times when money might be better in the government's pockets?
Windfall profits on oil are prompting a break in the federal fuel excise, but Saskatchewan isn't following suit. Murray ...
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Environment Canada warning of above-normal temperatures in Sask.
Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement for much of southern Saskatchewan -- including Regina -- due to temperatures that are expected to be well above normal. According to the state...
Jun 26, 2020 (980 CJME file photo)
Show Segments
8:30 – Premier Scott Moe joins Gormley to discuss the latest in Saskatchewan’s fight against COVID-19, including the government’s efforts to roll out antibody testing and his message...
Jun 26, 2020
‘I gotta say, its different’: students at Tommy Douglas Collegiate celebrate outdoor grad
Graduates at Tommy Douglas Collegiate were unsure if they would get a grad ceremony. With traditional ceremonies now unable to continue due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the school’s grad committee ...
Jun 25, 2020
“Alternate potable water” still being used at Sask. Hospital nine months after boil water advisory
The Sask. Hospital North Battleford (SHNB) facility continues to have its issues. Saskatchewan’s Ministry of Central Services confirmed to 650 CKOM Thursday that the facility continues to have t...
Jun 25, 2020
Regina police chief discusses results of survey on public perceptions
A new survey shows a significant increase in the number of Regina residents who believe the level of crime in their neighbourhood has increased over the past two years. According to the Community Perc...
Jun 25, 2020 (980 CJME file photo)
Rob Norris announces run for mayor – says ‘fresh eyes and perspective’ needed at city hall
As the sounds of Eighth Street construction equipment and traffic echoed in the background, former Saskatchewan Party MLA and cabinet minister Rob Norris formally announced his intention to run for ma...
Jun 25, 2020
Youth who lit Walmart aisle on fire sentenced to 18 months probation
A judge has sentenced a youth who set fire to a section of paper towel inside a Regina Walmart to 18 months probation. The boy, who was 12 at the time, set fire to a bunch of paper towel inside the Ro...
Jun 25, 2020 (Photo courtesy of Wayne Folk)
Sask. reports three new COVID-19 cases, five recoveries, nine hospitalizations
The fourth phase of the Re-Open Saskatchewan plan could be over and done with sooner rather than later. Premier Scott Moe said he expects to announce the opening dates for the rest of the businesses i...
Jun 25, 2020 Saskatchewan's Chief Medical Health Officer, Dr. Saqib Shahab (Lisa Schick/980 CJME)
Severe thunderstorm watch issued for areas of southeastern Sask.
A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect for areas of southeastern Saskatchewan. Environment Canada issued the alert Thursday for areas around Moosomin, Grenfell, Kipling, Wawota, Yorkton, Melville, E...
Jun 25, 2020 (980 CJME file photo)
City takes down four trees with Dutch elm disease
The City of Regina on Thursday started removing four trees that have Dutch elm disease. A media release from the city said the diseased trees are located on Second Avenue and King Street. Provincial r...
Jun 25, 2020
OPINION
Sarah Mills: The president has tested the faithful
There may be some who worship U.S. President Donald Trump, but like the Beatles before him, Sarah Mills says the preside...
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The Evan Bray Show - Wednesday, April 15
On Wednesday's show, Evan finds out who Saskatchewan's Smartest Radio Listener is, talks with some NHL legends and conti...