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RCMP investigating 'suspicious' death of 35-year-old Regina man
The Saskatchewan RCMP's major crimes unit is investigating a suspicious death. According to the Mounties, officers were notified of a deceased person in a rural area near Grand Coulee, just west of Re...
Jun 12, 2025 Police said Aron Lunan’s death was deemed suspicious, and anyone who saw or spoke with him between Monday afternoon and Tuesday morning was asked to contact the RCMP. (battlefordsNOW file photo)
2025 QCX to be more affordable, features all-Canadian music lineup
The Queen City Exhibition (QCX) has announced a new long-term ride provider. On Friday morning, it announced that it was partnering with West Coast Amusements for the foreseeable future. West Coast wi...
Jun 06, 2025 The Queen City Exhibition will see the return of fan favourite ride Zipper. (West Coast Amusements)
Evacuees from northern Saskatchewan finding refuge at Regina's REAL District
Many people fleeing from wildfires in northern Saskatchewan have found refuge at an evacuation centre at Regina's REAL District. The centre is being run by St. John Ambulance and the Red Cross. As of ...
Jun 06, 2025 Lisa Schwann with St. John Ambulance says the evacuation centre at REAL has been trying to get playings cards, N95 masks and colouring books. (Daniel Reech/980 CJME)
New sports bar to take over for YQR Distillery
Regina City Council approved the amendment of a new lease agreement between the Regina Exhibition Association Limited (REAL) and YQR Distillery on Tuesday. During a special meeting, REAL was granted a...
Jun 04, 2025 REAL Board Chair Jaime Boldt said the decision was in line with council's past directives to REAL. June 3, 2025. (Daniel Reech/980 CJME)
Regina police say Air Support Unit assisted in 75 calls in six days
Police in Regina say it's been a very successful week for the Air Support Unit, which was part of 75 calls between May 28 and Monday. Over those six days, police said the plane was in the air for 36 h...
Jun 04, 2025 The Regina Police Service said its plane was part of 75 calls between May 28 and Monday. (Lisa Schick/980 CJME)
City of Regina giving away 1,000 tree seedlings on Wednesday
According to an old proverb, the best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago, but the second best time is right now. The City of Regina is giving away 1,000 tree seedlings on Wednesday as an effort to ...
Jun 03, 2025 According to the city, Regina was recognized as a “Tree City of the World” by the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization for the sixth year in a row, “an honour that highlights our ongoing commitment to urban forestry.” (Nicole Garn/980 CJME)
Two 15-year-old girls charged with robbery after trying to steal purse: Police
Two teen girls are facing robbery charges after allegedly trying to steal a woman's purse in downtown Regina. According to the Regina Police Service, officers were called to 11th Avenue at around 5:20...
Jun 03, 2025 Police said both of the teen girls were charged with robbery, and one of them is facing an additional charge of obstruction. (980 CJME file photo)
'It's a cornerstone': Regina Farmers' Market celebrates 50 years
The Regina Farmers' Market celebrated its 50th anniversary last week. Executive director Holly Laird said farmers' markets are a valued place for people to gather and to connect small businesses and f...
Jun 03, 2025 Hundreds gathered for the farmers' market's 50th anniversary celebration in Victoria Park on Wednesday. (Daniel Reech/980 CJME)
Regina police Major Crime Unit investigating man's death
The Regina Police Service's Major Crime Unit and the Saskatchewan Coroners Service are investigating a man's death. According to police, officers were called to a location "near Marshall Crescent" sho...
May 30, 2025 Police said the man's death is under investigation in conjunction with the Saskatchewan Coroners Service. (Regina Police Service/X)
Sticker shock in Regina: Many homeowners face steep property tax increases
Frustration is running high in Regina, as many people are opening their mailboxes to find letters from the city showing big hikes to their property taxes. Many residents sent messages to 980 CJME's te...
May 22, 2025 Regina Mayor Chad Bachynski says he understands the frustration many property owners are feeling after seeing their taxes go up. (980 CJME file photo)
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The Evan Bray Show - Friday, July 18
Evan checks in with Premier Scott Moe. Then it's open phones, Bugs 'n Hugs, Eatin' Time, and Green & White Progs. We...