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Elks' Lawler looks to halt former team Blue Bombers' perfect start to season

EDMONTON — All eyes will be on wide receiver Kenny Lawler when the Elks host the undefeated Winnipeg Blue Bombers on Friday night.

Jul 21, 2022 11:58 AM Read more >

Mullen Group reports $42.7M Q2 profit, revenue up 67 per cent from year ago

OKOTOKS, Alta. — Mullen Group Ltd. nearly doubled its second-quarter profit compared with a year ago as its revenue rose 67 per cent.

Jul 21, 2022 6:09 AM Read more >

Alberta house leader doubts Danielle Smith's proposed sovereignty bill would pass

EDMONTON — Alberta's government house leader says he doubts controversial legislation designed to ignore federal laws and court rulings — as promised by United Conservative leadership contender Danielle Smith — would pass in the legislature.

Jul 20, 2022 5:32 PM Read more >

Father of toddler found dead outside Edmonton church released from prison

EDMONTON — A man who was convicted of manslaughter in his young son's death has been released from prison under supervision after serving two-thirds of his sentence.

Jul 20, 2022 5:08 PM Read more >

Dog owners charged under Calgary bylaw after 86-year-old woman killed

Two dog owners are facing multiple charges under a City of Calgary bylaw after an attack that led to the death of an 86-year-old woman

Jul 20, 2022 3:03 PM Read more >

WestJet employees in Calgary and Vancouver could be on strike by next Wednesday

CALGARY — WestJet workers at the Calgary and Vancouver airports have voted in support of a strike if they cannot reach a deal with the airline.

Jul 20, 2022 8:30 AM Read more >

Alberta expanding supports and consolidating services for victims of crime

EDMONTON — The Alberta government plans to expand the range of supports available to victims of crime starting this fall. Justice Minister Tyler Shandro said Tuesday that the changes, set to begin Sept.

Jul 19, 2022 5:29 PM Read more >

Albertans over 18 can soon start booking fourth COVID-19 vaccine shot

EDMONTON — Albertans over the age of 18 will soon be able to book their fourth dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.

Jul 19, 2022 2:39 PM Read more >

Alberta Emergency Alert says storm caused property damage in southeast

MEDICINE HAT, Alta. — Alberta Emergency Alert says a storm has caused damage to homes and vehicles in the southeastern corner of the province.

Jul 18, 2022 5:47 PM Read more >

Alberta Health Services no longer requires COVID-19 immunization for its workers

Alberta Health Services says it is rescinding its COVID-19 immunization policy for its workers. The agency says workers, as well as new hires and students, will no longer be required to have at least two vaccine doses

Jul 18, 2022 4:28 PM Read more >