Murray Wood: Saskatchewan is winning the race to the bottom on minimum wage
An increase is coming for Saskatchewan's minimum-wage earners this fall, but Murray Wood says it will ensure they contin...
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Police ask for help identifying suspect after assault with 'large bladed weapon'
Police in Regina are asking the public for help identifying a man allegedly responsible for a serious assault on Friday night. According to police, officers were called to Fifth Avenue just after 11 p...
Jul 02, 2024 Police officers applied tourniquets to the victim’s arms, and he was taken to hospital by paramedics. Officers are now looking for a suspect. (Regina Police Service/Submitted)
U.S.A. military C-17 plane returns to YQR for fuel stop
The Regina International Airport received another special visit from a United States Air Force C-17 Globemaster III. A U.S.A. military plane landed back at the YQR airport to refuel after returning fr...
Jul 02, 2024 The C-17 belonging to the U.S.A. Air Force made another stop in Regina for fuel on its way back to Hawaii.
(Tech. Sgt. Shane A. Cuomo/U.S. Air Force photo/)
Rainfall in south could bring billion-dollar boost to Saskatchewan's crops
"Million-dollar rain" is a phrase one might've heard from farmers over the years. It describes an ideal amount of rainfall that producers are looking for to help the growth of their crops. Economic De...
Jul 02, 2024 'While there are dozens of factors that ultimately determine a successful year, getting the right moisture at the right time remains one of the most important,' said Saskatchewan farmer Kristjan Hebert. (Lisa Schick/980 CJME)
Funnel clouds formed but didn't touch down during Canada Day storms in Sask.
No tornadoes were reported to touch down during a stormy Canada Day in Saskatchewan. Environment Canada issued warnings and watches for severe thunderstorms in several areas on Monday evening, includi...
Jul 02, 2024 Environment Canada says funnel clouds were spotted in several parts of the province on Monday, but didn't appear to touch down. (Abby Zieverink/980 CJME)
RCMP looking for prisoner who escaped from police in Dinsmore
Mounties are searching for a prisoner who escaped from police on Canada Day in Dinsmore. According to the RCMP, officers from the Outlook detachment arrested a man on an outstanding warrant for failin...
Jul 02, 2024
Sask. queer Métis artist's beaded landscape series celebrates pride
Pride Month is often filled with over-the-top celebrations of identity, complete with parades, parties, and endless rainbow merchandise. But one Saskatchewan artist has been quietly celebrating her qu...
Jul 02, 2024
"Full resumption of operations will take time" after reaching tentative deal: WestJet
WestJet flight disruptions are expected to continue this week, after a deal was reached over the weekend to end a strike by its mechanics. The airline said in a statement Monday morning that "full res...
Jul 02, 2024
After Supreme Court ruling, Biden draws sharp contrast with Trump on rule of law
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Joe Biden warned Monday that a Supreme Court ruling granting presidents broad immunity from prosecution would make an unchecked Republican Donald Trump "more emboldened to ...
Jul 01, 2024
Thousands gather for Canada Day in Wascana Park
Canada celebrated its 157th birthday on Monday. The Queen City held a variety of events at Wascana Park, including a pancake breakfast, beer gardens, a kids play zone, a strongman competition, and var...
Jul 01, 2024 Although the weather was gloomy, people were enjoying themselves on this long weekend. (Kaleb Sebastian / 980 CJME)
'I love football': Riders' Shea Patterson to make first CFL start
Shea Patterson is used to big moments. The 27-year-old quarterback played two seasons at Ole Miss with the Rebels and then a pair of seasons with the Michigan Wolverines. Playing at those big programs...
Jul 01, 2024 Saskatchewan Roughriders quarterback Shea Patterson will get the start after an injury to Trevor Harris. (Britton Gray/980 CJME)
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Sarah Mills: World Cup fun is becoming infectious
There is something special about watching your country play at the World Cup. Sarah Mills says the collective experience...
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The Evan Bray Show - Tuesday, June 30
8:30 - Canada's electricity system is on the verge of some major changes, with new federal investments aimed at strength...