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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Open Door Society open to changes to immigration
Saskatchewan’s minister of trade and immigration has put in a request to the federal government for more autonomy on immigration. Premier Scott Moe made the announcement earlier this week, citin...
Dec 07, 2019
Saskatoon police investigate 16th murder of 2019
The death of a 35-year-old man on Saturday is Saskatoon’s 16th murder of the year. He was found hurt by police responding to a call about gunfire on the 200 block of Avenue X North around 7:20 a...
Dec 07, 2019
‘Things haven’t changed enough.’ Polytechnique anniversary prompts reflection
By Sidhartha Banerjee, The Canadian Press MONTREAL - There were promises to end violence against women and solemn reflection Friday as ceremonies were held to honour the 14 victims of the Dec. 6, 1989...
Dec 07, 2019
More oversight needed for STARS by Ministry of Health according to auditor
On Thursday, the provincial auditor’s report was released. One area that was flagged was the Shock Trauma Air Rescue Service (STARS). Auditor Judy Ferguson said more oversight by the Ministry of...
Dec 07, 2019
Growing season in 2019 ‘could have been worse’ says weather and markets analyst
Saskatchewan producers had a tough 2019 due to unfavorable conditions, but one market analyst says it could have been worse. Speaking at the Farm Forum Event Thursday at Saskatoon’s TCU Place, D...
Dec 05, 2019
City of Saskatoon blames ‘lack of appropriate procedures’ in $1-million online fraud
The City of Saskatoon is blaming its own internal systems for how a fraudster managed to get their hands on more than $1 million this summer. The findings of an internal investigation into the online ...
Dec 05, 2019
Photo radar coming to Wakaw intersection
The intersection of highways 41 and 2 at Wakaw will soon have photo speed enforcement (PSE). The provincial government made the decision after a review from the PSE Committee, which is made up of repr...
Dec 05, 2019
La Loche shooter’s adult sentence to be appealed to Supreme Court of Canada
The adult sentence of the La Loche school shooter is being appealed to the Supreme Court of Canada before the end of the year. Lawyer Aaron Fox confirmed to 650 CKOM on Tuesday he is preparing to appl...
Dec 03, 2019
Shoppers Drug Mart now selling medical cannabis online in Saskatchewan
Medical cannabis users in Saskatchewan now have access to the Shoppers Drug Mart online portal. The Canadian pharmacy giant’s online portal also includes professional advice and services for pat...
Dec 03, 2019
Potato gun used to launch drugs into Saskatoon jail, police say
Two people have been charged after using a homemade cannon to shoot drugs into the Saskatoon Provincial Correctional Centre. On Sunday, a 29-year-old woman and an 18-year-old man were caught by police...
Dec 03, 2019
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...