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'Very expensive summer' ahead, as gas prices could hit $2 a litre: Petroleum analyst
Gas prices in several Saskatchewan cities jumped $0.20 to $1.89 per litre this week, leaving many drivers feeling frustrated and outraged. Roger McKnight, chief petroleum analyst at EN-PRO, joined The...
May 01, 2026 Roger McKnight says prices at the pump will continue to fluctuate in Saskatchewan due to the unpredictable situation surrounding the ongoing conflict in Iran. (980 CJME file photo)
Four charged in connection with January home invasion and robbery in Regina: Police
Police in Regina say four people are facing charges after a three-month investigation into a home invasion and robbery that left a 50-year-old man hospitalized with serious injuries. According to poli...
May 01, 2026 “Two male suspects broke into the home, stabbed the victim and assaulted him with bear spray before taking undisclosed items from the home and fleeing the scene,” the Regina Police Service said. (980 CJME file photo)
Regina police urge public to dial 911 for overdoses after getting dozens of reports in 24 hours
Police in Regina are urging the public to call 911 if they suspect someone is experiencing a drug overdose. The message comes after the police communication centre received more than 50 reports of pot...
May 01, 2026 A discarded needle in a back alley in Regina, seen in April of 2026. (Murray Wood/980 CJME)
Regina-born Roughrider receiver Mitch Picton retiring after nine seasons
After nine seasons and a Grey Cup win with the CFL team he grew up watching, Regina-born receiver Mitch Picton is hanging up his cleats. During his CFL career, Picton became a beacon of reliability fo...
May 01, 2026 Mitch Picton was selected by the Saskatchewan Roughriders in the fifth round of the CFL’s 2017 draft. (Saskatchewan Roughriders)
VIDEO: Regina mayor breaks down key committee vote on REAL/Brandt deal
A day after Regina's executive committee voted to move forward with Brandt's proposal to buy a portion of the REAL District, Mayor Chad Bachynski is revealing more about what went on behind-the-scenes...
May 01, 2026 Mayor Chad Bachynski speaks to reporters following Wednesday’s Executive Committee meeting. (Geoff Smith/980 CJME)
The Green Zone Replay - Thursday, April 30
2:05 - Starting Lineup The Montreal Canadiens are 1 win away from the 2nd round of the NHL playoffs. Speaking of the 2nd round of the NHL playoffs, welcome to the Philadelphia Flyers! The Oilers are o...
Apr 30, 2026
The Green Zone Replay - Wednesday, April 29
2:05 - Starting Lineup The Edmonton Oilers showed up last night. The Boston Bruins saved themselves from elimination. The medicine Hat Tigers take an overtime win from the P.A. Raiders. Tre Yesavage i...
Apr 29, 2026
Downtown Regina upgrades totalling $9 million to begin in May: SaskPower
SaskPower will invest $9 million in upgrades for downtown Regina's electrical system this year. A release from the Crown corporation said the upgrades are part of a "multi-year program to improve reli...
Apr 29, 2026 SaskPower said $9 million in electrical equipment upgrades is coming to Regina's downtown, between May and October this year. (980 CJME file photo)
Regina police seize drugs, cash in two-month trafficking investigation
A two-month drug trafficking investigation by Regina police has led to charges against four people. The Regina Police Service executed two search warrants in the course of the investigation. They took...
Apr 29, 2026 The execution of two search warrants led to Regina police seizing 2,428.70 grams of cocaine and $10,876.00 in cash during a drug trafficking investigation. (Regina Police Service/Submitted)
U of R economist unimpressed with federal government's spring fiscal update
The federal government unveiled its spring economic update on Tuesday afternoon, reporting a slightly smaller $66.9 billion deficit for the year. The deficit was $11.4 billion lower than predicted, la...
Apr 29, 2026 University of Regina economics professor Jason Childs says his concerns about the country’s finances haven’t changed after Ottawa's spring update. (Lisa Schick/980 CJME)
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Sarah Mills: Who won the deal for the Gordie Howe Bridge?
A leader came out on top when it comes to the details of the agreement to finally open the bridge between Ontario and Mi...
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The Evan Bray Show - Thursday, July 16
WITH GUEST HOST TAMARA CHERRY 8:30 - Crime and public safety continue to be top concerns for many Canadians, with debate...