New Let microbes gobble up the gas, say U of S scientists

by Danny Kerslake

Researchers at the University of Saskatchewan believe the answer to cleaning up old service stations already lies buried in the soil.

Judge reserves sentencing decision for Hells Angel Rob Allen convicted of cocaine trafficking

by Jason Warick

A judge has reserved his sentencing decision on Hells Angel Rob Allen.

Postnatal depression helpline expands across Saskatchewan

by Alex Soloducha

Saskatchewan woman suffering with postpartum depression and anxiety, or facing loss after a miscarriage or stillborn, can now get immediate help any time of day.

What you voted as Saskatchewan's 10 worst roads in 2017

CAA Saskatchewan has released its annual top 10 list of worst roads.

Bombay Sapphire gin recalled; alcohol content 77% instead of 40%

Bombay Sapphire 1.14-litre bottles are being recalled in the province due to the alcohol content being nearly double of what is stated on the label.

Coroner's inquest told Shauna Wolf likely died from opioid withdrawal

A public inquest has been told a female inmate at the Pine Grove Correctional Centre likely died from opioid withdrawal.

Sask. Catholic school boards to appeal court decision, despite use of notwithstanding clause

by Victoria Dinh

Catholic school board officials in the province say they're grateful for the government's decision to invoke the notwithstanding clause, but that does not lessen a need for an appeal of the original court decision.

Ont.-based medical marijuana company looks to expand to Sask.

The Canopy Growth Corporation, a medicinal marijuana company based out of Smith Falls, Ont. is looking to expand and open up shop in Yorkton.

Firefighters quell fuel truck fire south of Nipawin, Sask.

It was all in a day’s work for on-call firefighters in Nipawin, Sask., when a fuel tanker truck caught on fire at a Co-op agro centre south of the town Monday afternoon.

Suicide prevention spurs Regina students to action

by Adam Hunter

Suicide prevention was on the minds of students and staff at Regina's Sheldon-Williams Collegiate on Tuesday. The school launched its "One Life Campaign" which hopes to raise $15,000 for Mobile Crisis in Regina.

Saskatchewan Teachers' Federation calls for withdrawal of amendments to 2 education-related acts

The Saskatchewan Teachers' Federation is calling on the provincial government to withdraw proposed amendments to two education-related acts, saying they will erode the decision-making powers of local school boards.

'Troubling overreaction': Sask. law prof. questions use of notwithstanding clause for Catholic school ruling

A law professor at the University of Saskatchewan is surprised Premier Brad Wall plans to invoke the notwithstanding clause in a legal case involving Saskatchewan Catholic schools.

Roughrider Plaza of Honour undergoes Canadian name change, 2 inductees announced

by Alex Soloducha

Change is coming to the Saskatchewan Roughrider Plaza of Honour.

Canadian branch of far-right group fragments amid infighting

by Jonathan Montpetit

The Canadian branch of Soldiers of Odin, a far-right group founded in Finland in 2015, grew quickly. It's now beset by infighting over whether to follow its hard line European leaders.

Environment Canada issues funnel cloud advisory for southwest Sask.

Canada's national weather service says conditions are favourable for funnel clouds on Tuesday afternoon.

Follow the May 2 edition of Sask. question period live

Find out what's happening in question period as Stefani Langenegger tweets live from the legislative building in Regina.

Don't get hot-headed if you spot a hot dog in a car, police warn

Ask anyone whose job it is to keep animals safe and they will tell you it’s a commonly held myth that you can go ahead and break a car window if there is a dog locked inside on a hot day.

Pot prosecution 'hypocritical' while legalization looms: dispensary owner

by Charles Hamilton

As marijuana legalization looms, there are still thousands of people across Canada those fighting pot-related charges.

Learn these 10 warning signs for dementia

by Stephanie Taylor

In order to break down the stigma around dementia, people need to understand the disease is about more than just memory loss, according to the Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan.

'Dirty fire' south of Saskatoon keeps rural department busy

A dirty fire in a field south of Saskatoon required a little more hands on approach to extinguish on Monday evening.

Video Clavet Composite claims prize for safety video for 2nd year

For the second year in a row, Clavet Composite School is the winner in a province-wide video competition designed to communicate a message of safety.

Premier's dinner protest took Saskatoon police by surprise: chief

Saskatoon police Chief Clive Weighill says officers were caught off guard by protesters swarming cars at the premier’s dinner that took place last week.

CBC Saskatchewan's iTeam wins Press Freedom Award

A months-long investigation into a provincial land sale near Regina has garnered some major recognition for CBC Saskatchewan's iTeam.

Fog creates near-zero visibility conditions in Saskatoon, Prince Albert, Moose Jaw, Regina

Environment Canada has issued a fog advisory for a large area of south and central Saskatchewan.

Saskatoon man charged with two pellet gun shootings

A 19-year-old has been charged with a long list of firearms offenses after two pellet gun shootings in Saskatoon.

'Choices make you': Widow of slain La Ronge, Sask., restaurant owner hopes for closure

by Charles Hamilton

Simon Grant's wife says she is relieved that three people suspected of killing her husband are now behind bars.

U of S to award hockey legend Hayley Wickenheiser honorary degree

On June 8, the University of Saskatchewan will recognize the all-time leading scorer in the history of Canada’s national women’s hockey team by presenting her with an honorary Doctor of Laws during spring convocation ceremonies.

Saskatchewan nurse appeals $26K fine for Facebook post

A Saskatchewan nurse who was hit with $26,000 in penalties for a Facebook post criticizing her grandfather’s palliative care is appealing the decision to the Court of Queen’s Bench.

'I felt abandoned': aging out of social services removes financial, mental support for some

Alisha Shannon says the difference was night and day from her time in the social services system to when she aged out of it at 18.

Nipawin traffic stop yields over 130 grams of meth

Two people have been charged after a traffic-stop-turned-drug-bust in Nipawin, Sask.

Fire causes $400K damage to 2 homes in Riversdale

No one was hurt, but an early morning fire on Saskatoon's Avenue H South caused extensive damage to two neighbouring homes.

Sask. to use notwithstanding clause to override Catholic school ruling

by Stefani Langenegger

Saskatchewan's premier says the province will use the notwithstanding clause to defy a court ruling that said the government could no longer pay for non-Catholic students to attend Catholic schools.

Conservation officers asks for help locating poachers near Alvena, Sask.

by Victoria Dinh

A cow moose and her unborn calf were found shot and left to waste on private land just outside of Alvena, Sask., about 65 kilometres northeast of Saskatoon.

Shuttle service begins between Martensville, Warman, Saskatoon

A Saskatoon transportation service expanded into surrounding communities on Monday.