Local, Regional News

One person in Calgary has been reported to have contracted measles and may have exposed people in certain public settings to the infection. Read More

Two men charged in a large Regina drug bust that netted an estimated $1.8-million worth of fentanyl are both facing additional charges for offences allegedly committed while they were on bail. Read More

The Saskatchewan Roughriders have added two coaches to their staff following the recent departure of J.C. Sherritt, who last season was in charge of the CFL team's linebackers and run-game defence. New Edmonton head coach Mark Kilam hired Sherritt as the Elks' defensive co-ordinator. Read More

Alberta's top doctor is praising the new physician compensation model unveiled by the province on Thursday. Read More

Saying Zach Hyman has a nose for the net is a bit of an understatement these days. Read More

When you're a 10-year-old hockey fan, there's nothing like getting something exciting and new, that you had never imagined was possible, for Christmas. Read More

Alberta is at a crossroads. As global priorities shift towards emissions reduction and environmental responsibility, Alberta faces an urgent choice: adapt and lead or risk being sidelined by international markets. With mounting pressure to cut emissions, the Alberta government has a limited-time opportunity to pioneer large-scale carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) infrastructure. This isn’t just a commitment to sustainability — it’s a strategy to secure Alberta’s place as a leader in a carbon-conscious world. Read More

Fans hoping that maybe, just maybe, Lionel Messi would actually come to Vancouver are still going to be disappointed: the superstar won't be coming to B.C. Place in 2025. Read More

In advance of preparing this article, I reread previous Westcoast Homes year-end columns and discovered Yogi Berra was right. It is tough to make predictions, especially about the future. Read More

A former Hells Angels clubhouse seized by the province has been sold to the City of Kelowna. Read More

Moose Jaw police are urging the public to remain vigilant going into the holidays and guard against scam calls targeting grandparents and parents with fake emergencies. Read More

It's no secret we all like to sparkle during the holidays. And a trending hair hack makes getting a glittering look a stylishly simple feat. Read More

A Brazeau County man is facing animal cruelty charges after Alberta SPCA and RCMP officers seized 72 dogs from a rural property near Drayton Valley last month. Read More

Health officials in B.C. say at least 64 people have become sick after eating raw oysters from restaurants and retail locations. Read More

Jeremy Dunlop had a hunch his single-family detached home in the Edmonton area could sell itself. Read More

For a no-fuss, inexpensive Christmas dinner, or any dinner for that matter, consider the highly rated local company, Fresh Prep. Read More

What to sip with holiday meals? Admittedly, in years past the focus of this column would be turkey wines. But honestly these days it’s not a guarantee that turkey will be atop the holiday table — mine included. That said, any time a bountiful meal enjoyed with a larger gathering is taking place the same general approach applies: keep it food-friendly. I certainly would enjoy sipping any of these picks while sharing a meal over the holidays. Read More

So … you’ve left it quite late. Again. Hey, we don’t blame you. It is the silly season, after all, and for some reason, this year, the holidays seem to have crept up on us even faster than usual. But don’t worry, whether you’ve got two hours to go or a blessed 24, there is such a thing as a great last-minute gift — and one that you can get online, so you don’t even have to think about battling the crowds or finding a parking spot. Rebecca Tay showcases five last-minute presents so sure to impress, you’ll wonder why you didn’t think of them sooner. Read More

Police say no injuries have been reported after a train derailment in Regina prompted road closures in the northwest Thursday. Read More

An Abbotsford composting company has been fined nearly $120,000 for allowing effluent with unsafe levels of contaminants drain into water that eventually leads into the Fraser River. Read More