Ministers didn’t do cost review of council mergers
The government relied on a report by a lobbyist group that now says reorganisation could make no savings. BBC News
Calgary police warn of ‘active shooter’ in Crescent Heights neighbourhoodKen MacGillivray
Residents of the northwest Calgary neighbourhood of Crescent Heights were ordered to ‘shelter in place’ Thursday afternoon after police said someone fired shots at officers.
Buddhist rites and packed museums: South Korea is celebrating K-pop Demon Hunters
There is frenzy, fascination and even a little bit of FOMO as Koreans revel in the K-pop hit. BBC News
Regina hosts Men’s National Championships of baseball for 2025Sania Ali
The games started with 10 teams and ended with a final four, and the weather was near perfect amidst another day of baseball.
University of Regina welcomes new students to campusSania Ali
Embarking on a new chapter of life, students and parents alike are overcome with anxiety and excitement for the future.
National security or xenophobia? Texas restricts Chinese owning and renting property
Critics fear a new law in Texas will prove discriminatory – but officials say it it vital to combat “adversaries”. BBC News
Winnipeg Sea Bears make coaching change, name Mike Raimbault new G.M. & head coachRuss Hobson
The Sea Bears parted ways with G.M. and head coach Mike Taylor while naming Brandon’s Mike Raimbault as his replacement.
Saskatchewan Union of Nurses sounds alarm over staff shortages in maternity wardsKat Ludwig
SUN is sounding alarms over staff shortages and out-of-date equipment in maternity wards in both Regina and Saskatoon hospitals.
Manitoba schools prepare to welcome wildfire evacuee studentsVasilios Bellos
Hundreds of students are expected to begin their years in the Winnipeg School Division, while the Brandon School Division will also be opening its doors to evacuated students.
Wild video shows brutal altercation on American Airlines flight in Miami: ‘Call the police!’
Video of a wild bust-up on an American Airlines flight shows two men battling it out in the aisle after one allegedly grabbed a woman’s neck while passengers disembarked. The…
13-year-old boy dies after contacting power line southwest of EdmontonKen MacGillivray
A 13-year-old from a Hutterite colony southwest of Edmonton has died after being rushed to hospital on Wednesday after coming into contact with a power line.
Thirsty data centres boom in drought-hit Mexico
Activists in Querétaro criticise state government for prioritising the data processing needs for US tech firms over their own citizens BBC News
Vancouver rally calls on Carney to protect Canadian jobs in face of ‘bully’ TrumpSimon Little
Attendees at Unifor’s constitutional convention gathered at Jack Poole Plaza, outside the Vancouver Convention Centre to press the federal government to protect Canadian jobs.
RCMP probe ‘threat of violence’ against Penticton city employeeGlobalnews Digital
Officials in Penticton, B.C., say police are investigating a recent “threat of violence” directed at a senior member of municipal staff in the Okanagan city.
Fox News Politics Newsletter: Documents reveal Obama’s role in Trump–Russia probe
Welcome to the Fox News Politics newsletter, with the latest updates on the Trump administration, Capitol Hill and more Fox News politics content. Here’s what’s happening… -Trump pick for UN…
VPD veteran Fiona Wilson sworn in as Victoria’s first female police chiefSimon Little
Before taking over as Victoria’s top cop, Wilson was interim chief at the Vancouver Police Department.
JD Vance warns NFL referees against Chiefs favoritism after Travis Kelce, Taylor Swift engagement
Vice President JD Vance put NFL officials on notice over any potential favoritism toward the Kansas City Chiefs after Travis Kelce’s engagement to Taylor Swift was announced this week. During…
Minneapolis school attacker ‘obsessed with idea of killing children’, officials say
The two children killed in the shooting have been identified as Fletcher Merkel, eight, and Harper Moyski, 10. BBC News
B.C. ministers sign off on expansion at Mount Polley mineGlobalnews Digital
The B.C. government has granted consent for a proposed expansion at the Mount Polley copper and gold mine that could extend its operations for another two years until 2033. …