Murray Wood: April is the most frustrating month on the prairies
As much of Saskatchewan deals with another spring snowstorm, Murray Wood says we're all asking the same question: This i...
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ATV ban, voluntary evacuation order lifted for Candle Lake: SPSA wildfire update
Things continue to slowly but surely look up for the wildfire situation in Saskatchewan. According to Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA), the vast majority of evacuated people have returned or h...
Jun 13, 2025 While the ATV/UTV ban and voluntary evacuation order at Candle Lake has been lifted, the province has no plans to remove the province's state of emergency earlier than planned. (980 CJME file photo)
Saskatchewan fisherman feeds wildfire evacuees with a taste of home
As wildfire evacuations displace families across Saskatchewan, one Cree fisherman from Southend, a town in northeast Saskatchewan, is offering comfort the way he knows best: fish. Tommy Bird, a commer...
Jun 13, 2025 A volunteer feeds fish fry to evacuees who gathered at the Prince Albert Exhibition Centre. (Tommy Bird/submitted)
Province warns wildfire evacuees of targeted scams
As firefighters continue to work tirelessly to save homes and communities in the north, the province is warning wildfire evacuees of targeted scams. In a statement, the Financial and Consumer Affairs ...
Jun 13, 2025 The Canadian Red Cross has issued fraud alerts in both Saskatchewan and Manitoba regarding the targeted scams. (bernardbodo/Depositphotos.com)
Bear spray allegedly used on Saskatoon Police officer, woman charged
A 19-year-old woman is facing charges after allegedly using bear spray on a Saskatoon police officer Thursday night. At around 9:30 p.m., police were in the 900 block of 22nd Street West when they saw...
Jun 13, 2025
Overdose alert issued after Regina sees four suspected overdose deaths in a week
The Saskatchewan Ministry of Health has issued an overdose alert after Regina saw four suspected overdose deaths in a single week. According to the ministry, many of the 54 suspected overdoses police ...
Jun 13, 2025
Regina woman wins $1.2 million on VLT in Saskatoon
Kristin McElligott's wallet got a little heavier after her $1,273,757.37 Vault Breaker jackpot win at Ricky's All Day Grill on Idylwyld Drive in Saskatoon. Western Canada Lottery Corporation announced...
Jun 13, 2025 Kristin McElligott has big plans for her big winnings, like paying off her student loans, travelling and buying a home. (Western Canada Lottery Corporation/submitted)
SHA warns public of potential hepatitis A exposure at a McDonald's in Regina
The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) has issued a public notification about a potential risk of exposure to hepatitis A. It's conducting a thorough investigation and follow-up regarding a case of h...
Jun 12, 2025 For more information on the Kepatitis A vaccination, visit the SHA's website. (980 CJME file photo)
The Green Zone Replay - Thursday, June 12
2:05 - Starting Lineup Will the Edmonton Oilers be able to tie the series up tonight in the Stanley Cup Finals? Week 2 of the CFL begins tonight with the B.C. Lions taking on the Winnipeg Blue Bombers...
Jun 12, 2025
SHA cuts 26 leadership positions to improve local management
The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) announced dozens of cuts to high-ranking positions, freeing up money for other initiatives. Some of those impacted were 26 senior leadership roles, in addition ...
Jun 12, 2025 Andrew Will, CEO of Saskatchewan Health Authority said the cuts will not impact patient care. Nearly 50 managerial positions will be added, or enhanced, in northern and rural communities, giving staff better access to leadership. (Will Mandzuk/650CKOM)
Regina Red Sox honour 75 years of Indian Head Rockets baseball team
A legendary baseball team that helped break racial barriers on the prairies was honoured in Regina, 75 years after stepping up to the plate. The Indian Head Rockets, were an all-African American and L...
Jun 12, 2025 According to Western Canada Baseball, the Rockets were a summer sensation on the prairies who brought "Black ball" to the baseball diamond. Nat Bates (left) and Willie Reed, both 94 years old, returned to the field to celebrate the team's milestone anniversary. (Indian Head museum/Saskatchewan Sports Hall of Fame)
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Sarah Mills: A U.S. jury says Live Nation and Ticketmaster's monopoly hurt fans
An appeal is already underway, but Sarah Mills says the court case against Live Nation and Ticketmaster has exposed what...
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The Evan Bray Show - Thursday, April 16
Evan catches up on the latest happening in Ottawa, checks in on safety in downtown Saskatoon and discusses a three-strik...