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Former Rocky View County couple sue RCMP and CPS for $1.5 million after botched drug raid east of Airdrie

Former Rocky View County couple sue RCMP and CPS for $1.5 million after botched drug raid east of Airdrie

A Southern Alberta couple believes police did not have sufficient evidence to carry out a "no-knock" drug raid on their 2020 property, which they are now seeking compensation for.
Video: Chill and hungry bears cause Burnaby traffic jam

Video: Chill and hungry bears cause Burnaby traffic jam

A family picnic stopped traffic in Burnaby – that's because it was a family of bears having a snack on the side of the road.
Province announces laundry list of 'housekeeping' changes to justice system

Province announces laundry list of 'housekeeping' changes to justice system

Police given better tools for missing persons cases, other processes streamlined
Kenney says he's been too tolerant of dissent and inparty melodrama

Kenney says he's been too tolerant of dissent and inparty melodrama

“What Albertans expect from their government isn’t a constant soap opera, and they certainly don’t want to see a family feud,” Kenney said, responding to questions Wednesday night during a Facebook town-hall meeting.
Airdrie resident Alex Thorpe likely to plead Not Criminally Responsible in alleged killing of his mother

Airdrie resident Alex Thorpe likely to plead Not Criminally Responsible in alleged killing of his mother

The lawyer for Alexander Thorpe – an Airdrie resident who was arrested for killing his mother in January – says the defence will be seeking a not criminally responsible (NCR) verdict.
Bird flu can impact backyard hens

Bird flu can impact backyard hens

A Northern Alberta woman is sharing steps to prevent the spread of the bird flu amongst backyard chickens.
Chronic pain self-management program supports Albertans living with long term pain

Chronic pain self-management program supports Albertans living with long term pain

A free six-week series of virtual workshops for those with chronic pain symptoms or those that support someone with a long-term health condition(s) starts this month.
Cryptocurrency mines to be allowed in Sturgeon County, with rules

Cryptocurrency mines to be allowed in Sturgeon County, with rules

A Northern Alberta county has passed regulations that will allow cryptocurrency mining operations on gas plant sites. The notoriously noisy operations will need to be 1,500 metres from homes or have noise assessment and mitigation plans in place.
Intimidation accusations being made against Alberta house leader Jason Nixon

Intimidation accusations being made against Alberta house leader Jason Nixon

Alberta government house leader Jason Nixon is facing accusations of intimidation following a fiery exchange in the house that saw him lob a swear word toward the Speaker.
Province says millions will receive utility rebates in months ahead

Province says millions will receive utility rebates in months ahead

Three installments of $50 added directly to consumer's bills to aid in high electricity bills in January, February and March 2022 are expected to be seen beginning in June and July. Relief for natural gas bills is also expected come October, though the province provided no specifics.
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