Give federal health accord cash to First Nations, say chiefs

by Jason Warick

First Nations should get a direct injection of mental health money now if the provinces and federal government can't reach a deal, say chiefs.

Another Sask. bar tries to curb impaired driving by offering patrons a free ride home

Birmingham's Vodka and Ale House in Regina's east end is offering a ride service to its customers and it will be available year-round, says the owner.

Heavy snow expected as New Year's Eve approaches

Parts of Saskatchewan could be ringing in the new year with another big snowstorm.

Gravelbourg church destroyed by fire Wednesday

The St. Paul Lutheran Church in Gravelbourg, Sask. burned on Wednesday afternoon, sustaining significant damage.

How group fitness classes help you crush your new year's resolutions

Group fitness classes might be a good way to stay on track with your new year's resolutions, says one expert.

SEIU-West says premier should discuss cutting Sask. government jobs with union

The president of a union representing more than 13,000 government employees in Saskatchewan is disappointed the premier is talking about possibly cutting government jobs without reaching out to it first.

Regina police seeking missing 13-year-old

Regina police are seeking the public's assistance in locating a missing 13-year-old girl.

Former Estevan, Sask., police officer found guilty of assault

A former Estevan, Sask., police officer accused of pushing the face of a handcuffed man into the pavement several times has been convicted of common assault.

Soccer tournament aims to keep immigrant youth on good path

by Brad Bellegarde

A soccer tournament organized by the Regina Youth Immigrant Sports Development Centre is happening in Regina. Organizers want to use sports to keep youth off the streets and also provide a space to showcase the soccer players' talents.

​Lockdown lifted at Sask. prison after riot earlier this month

Things are slowly returning to normal at the Saskatchewan Penitentiary after a riot earlier this month left one inmate dead and eight more injured.

RCMP search Alberta and Saskatchewan for missing 5-year-old girl

RCMP are asking for the public's assistance in locating a five-year-old central Alberta girl who hasn't been seen since last week.

Brawl eliminates 2 star players from Saskatchewan Rush season opener

The Saskatchewan Rush will be missing two of its star players when it kicks off the new season.

Missing Sask. woman found safe in Ontario

A missing Saskatchewan woman has been found safe in Ontario, according to police and family.

Carrie Fisher charmed crowds at Saskatoon fan expo, host says

What you saw was what you got with Carrie Fisher, according to Tanner Zipchen.

Saskatchewanderer highlights province's must-sees after 45,000-km journey

After wandering all over the province, Neil Fisher's time as the Saskatchewanderer is coming to an end. As we head into the new year, Fisher reflects on the highlights from the past year.

Check your tickets, Saskatoon: $5M lottery prize still up for grabs

As 2016 draws to a close, there may be one or two Saskatchewan residents who are millionaires but don't know it.

Saskatoon police cruiser crashes at red light while responding to separate collision

A Saskatoon police cruiser crashed into a vehicle at a red light as it was responding to another crash that sent three teen girls to hospital Thursday morning.

Sask. Premier Brad Wall says work still needed in province's north

Premier Brad Wall said one of his proudest moments in 2016 was seeing Saskatchewan residents' response to the tragedy in La Loche, Sask. The premier said there's still work to be done to increase support for northern communities, and those in the communities have been tirelessly advocating for change.

Recruiting new Huskies football coach could prove difficult, says CIS member

by Jason Warick

It’s still unclear who made the decision to end the 33-year career of University of Saskatchewan Huskies football coach Brian Towriss.

Regina woman who allegedly robbed store with axe arrested

A Regina woman accused of robbing stores on Christmas and Boxing Day — allegedly with an axe on Dec. 26 — now faces multiple charges.

Photos Regina Floral Conservatory offers pop of colour during winter

Flower gardens across Saskatchewan are under a blanket of white these days, but there's still some Christmas colour available to horticulture fans in Regina.

Red light texting still a problem in Canada, says CAA

by Kendall Latimer

Canadians continue to text at red lights, despite thinking it is unacceptable, according to a recent poll conducted by CAA.

From football to footlights: Ex-Roughrider Matt Dominguez takes on Oz role

by Kevin O'Connor

Matt Dominguez was once a gridiron star and now he's the great and powerful Oz.

2 men face 29 charges after stolen vehicle, firearm found in Regina

A police service dog took down one suspect, who had to be taken to hospital for treatment of minor injuries.

Boys collect 1,000 pairs of socks for charity

Talk about the warm fuzzies — two young brothers from Balgonie, Sask., have gathered 1,000 new pairs of socks for charity.

Ed Gainey signs on with Saskatchewan Roughriders through 2019

Defensive back Ed Gainey has signed an extension to stay with the Saskatchewan Roughriders through 2019.

Dealing with the deficit: Wall says action will not be delayed

Premier Brad Wall wants to get to work on reducing the province’s deficit — and said he wishes his government had worked harder to start reducing the debt this year.

Robber holds up Mac's cashier with screwdriver

Regina police are investigating after a robber used a screwdriver to threaten a convenience store clerk.

Author Joseph Boyden defends Indigenous heritage after investigation

by Nicole Thompson

A celebrated Canadian author who writes about First Nations heritage and culture is defending himself on Twitter after his ancestry was questioned.

Indigenous youth from northern Sask. walking to Standing Rock

by Brad Bellegarde

A group of Indigenous youth from Stanley Mission are walking to the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe reservation in North Dakota in support of protests against the North Dakota Access Pipeline.

U of S president apologizes for handling of Huskies football coach resignation

The president of the University of Saskatchewan has issued a public apology for its handling of the announcement that Huskies football coach Brian Towriss was stepping down.

Recap Canada overwhelms Slovakia as Ingram pitches 6-save shutout

by Jonas Siegel

Team Canada made easy work of their second opponent at the world junior hockey championship, rolling over Slovakia 5-0 on Tuesday night.

CRTC reviews, rulings in 2017 that could affect your phone, TV and internet bills

by Aleksandra Sagan

Canadians pay some of the highest prices in the world for their cellphone, internet and TV services, but those bills could change depending on how Canada's broadcast regulator handles some major issues it's expected to decide on next year.

Pipelines named as 2016's top business story

The debate over pipeline development — the economic benefits and environmental concerns it carries — has been selected as The Canadian Press business news story of 2016.

Sask. First Nation to receive $4.5M compensation for treaty money withheld 130 years ago: lawyers

Lawyers for a Saskatchewan First Nation say the federal government has been ordered to pay $4.5 million as compensation for treaty money withheld by the Crown after the Riel Rebellion about 130 years ago.

Reporter's Notebook Kim Wheeler on covering the story of Standing Rock

by Kim Wheeler

One of biggest stories of 2016 happened on a small strip of land where both Indigenous and non-Indigenous people came together to fight a big oil company. Indigenous journalists from both CBC Indigenous and CBC Radio’s Unreserved travelled down in two separate trips.

Star Wars actress, bestselling author Carrie Fisher dead at 60

by Sheena Goodyear

Carrie Fisher, the Hollywood actress who portrayed the fearless Princess Leia in the Star Wars film franchise and later penned award-winning books that included touching on her battles with addiction, has died at age 60.

Atlanta Braves sign Sask. pitcher Andrew Albers

Andrew Albers, 31, of North Battleford, Sask. has signed a minor league contract with the Major League Baseball team the Atlanta Braves.

Helium industry gets lift in Saskatchewan as U.S. supply deflates

by Allison Dempster

A shakeup in the global helium market has sparked an exploration rush in southern Saskatchewan, where the gas can be found trapped in rock that's about 1.8 billion years old.

Video 'Fairy tale ending': Owl saved after high-speed collision with truck

by Wallis Snowdon

A great horned owl is back in flight after colliding with a pick-up truck on a Camrose highway and being left for dead inside its shattered grille.

Pot enforcement won't change until marijuana is legalized, says Regina police chief

Regina Police Chief Evan Bray says police will continue to enforce the law when it comes to pot until it is legalized.

It's a Boxing Day tradition: holiday bird count underway in Regina

It’s a different kind of Christmas tradition, but it’s been around since the ‘50s in Regina. Every year, bird enthusiasts take to the outdoors, using their eyes and ears to count birds.

Reporter's Notebook Martha Troian reflects on launch of MMIW inquiry

by Martha Troian

Journalist Martha Troian reflects on her work with families of missing and murdered Indigenous women, and the inquiry which was called in 2016.

De Beers ends diamond exploration at site in northern Sask.

Mining company De Beers has abandoned its diamond exploration at the Western Athabasca Basin in Saskatchewan.

Rampant corruption on the ground biggest hurdle to bringing Yazidis to Canada, expert warns

by Kathleen Harris

Widespread corruption in northern Iraq is the biggest challenge Canada will confront in rescuing Yazidi women and girls, says the expert who led Germany's groundbreaking efforts to give asylum to 1,100 survivors of sexual slavery, torture and violence at the hands of ISIS.

Sask. drop-off locations for free Christmas tree recycling

The fridge is full of leftovers and Christmas is over for another year. Now it’s time to think about what to do with the tree before it starts drooping.

White Christmas turns to winter storm in southeast Sask.

After a white Christmas in much of southern Saskatchewan, holiday snow is creating hazardous driving conditions.

Analysis Two conflicting stories of our economic future as we head into 2017: Don Pittis

by Don Pittis

Two great economic books of 2016 took opposing views on what comes next. We are either doomed to declining growth or on the verge of another Renaissance.

Boxing Day sales not such a great deal, says Regina business owner

While many retailers rely on Boxing Day sales to get customers through the door, one Regina business owner explains why he never opens his store on the day.

Hammer used to threaten staff in Regina armed robbery

Police say a woman used a hammer to threaten staff in an armed robbery in Regina on Christmas Eve.