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Russia's threat to pull out of Ukraine grain deal raises fears about global food security

Russia's threat to pull out of Ukraine grain deal raises fears about global food security

Russian officials repeatedly say there are no grounds for extending the Black Sea Grain Initiative, which is up for its fourth renewal Monday.
Canmore Canada Day parade shuts door on unregistered Shriners band

Canmore Canada Day parade shuts door on unregistered Shriners band

“We are in the age of cancel culture. Unfortunately, this is not the best way to progress nuanced discussions.”
Prince Albert, Sask., officer charged with criminal negligence in in-custody death

Prince Albert, Sask., officer charged with criminal negligence in in-custody death

The 21-year member of the Prince Albert Police Service was charged after an investigation into the death of Saul Laliberte, 33, on Nov. 7, 2021, while he was in the force's detention facility.
Net-zero electricity grid for Alberta is possible, Wilkinson says

Net-zero electricity grid for Alberta is possible, Wilkinson says

“The federal government’s view is that it can be done."
Trudeau says Ukrainian officer cadets will train at Quebec military college

Trudeau says Ukrainian officer cadets will train at Quebec military college

Trudeau told reporters the Canadian Armed Forces have helped train almost 40,000 Ukrainian military and security personnel through an operation based in Latvia. 
Innisfail BMX rider wins national championship

Innisfail BMX rider wins national championship

Central Alberta teen claims Canadian junior title at BMX tourney in Quebec.
More than 1,000 Canadians take CRA to court over pandemic payments — and some win

More than 1,000 Canadians take CRA to court over pandemic payments — and some win

In late 2021, Tressa Mitchell was dealing with doctor's appointments for her ailing mother when she got a call from the Canada Revenue Agency seeking information to verify her eligibility for the Canada Emergency Response Benefit.
Is it safe to swim in that cool, refreshing lake?

Is it safe to swim in that cool, refreshing lake?

Watch for water quality advisories before heading out to enjoy a day swimming at local lakes.
Fatal motorcycle accident near Okotoks claims Calgary man

Fatal motorcycle accident near Okotoks claims Calgary man

Emergency crews responded to a motorcycle accident on July 9 and located a the driver deceased when they arrived.
Photos: Firefighters respond to flash floods in Olds Monday evening

Photos: Firefighters respond to flash floods in Olds Monday evening

A short but mighty rainstorm had firefighters out making sure no one got stuck in flash floods yesterday in a Central Alberta town.
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