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Province's first portable pediatric MRI now operational in Saskatoon
"This innovative piece of equipment is on the cutting edge of how we improve the care..."

Saskatoon to test emergency alert system on Thursday
Saskatoon will test its notifynow emergency alert system Thursday at 11:30 a.m. The test ensures the system works and raises awareness. Residents can sign up to receive alerts via text, call, or email.

Saskatoon shares response plan amid rising violent crime, homelessness
Saskatoon faces rising violent crime, homelessness, and encampments. Police report a 10% increase in violent crime, while social disorder and overdoses surge. City officials are taking urgent action.

Government of Saskatchewan opens ballistics lab in Saskatoon
Saskatchewan's new ballistics lab in Saskatoon is now open, expediting gun-related investigations. Previously, police relied on RCMP labs in Ottawa and Surrey, causing delays in solving cases.
Saskatchewan News

Leave young animals alone, environment ministry says
Saskatchewan's environment ministry warns that intervening with baby wildlife often does more harm than good. If an animal seems orphaned, call a conservation officer.

Sask. man charged with dozens of sex crimes involving children
A Saskatchewan man faces 74 sex crime charges involving children. RCMP say 32 victims were identified after searching a home daycare in Assiniboia. Richard Dyke remains in custody.

Two more Sask. Party MLAs say they're not running again this fall
Two Saskatchewan Party MLAs, Marv Friesen and Hugh Nerlien, won't seek reelection. Friesen cited health challenges, while Nerlien plans to focus on family. Several high-profile MLAs are also stepping down.

Sask. invests $10 million in geoscience initiative to boost mining industry
Saskatchewan is investing $10M over 10 years in the Public Geoscience Initiative to support mining exploration. The funding aims to reduce risk for investors and boost economic growth in the province.
Today on Evan Bray

The Evan Bray Show: Friday, Jan. 3, 2025
Hear from today's guests, including Jon Hromek on why he's stepping down as Saskatchewan United Party leader, Lenny Janz on truck transmission mandates, and Belton Johnson with a burrito recipe!
Jan 03, 2025
The Green Zone Replay

The Green Zone Rewind: Friday, Jan. 3, 2025
Canada is out of the World Juniors, the NFL playoffs are set, and what's wrong with Hockey Canada? Jamie & Locker break it all down, analyzing the biggest stories in hockey and football this week!
Jan 07, 2025
Sports

Riders training camp intensifies as players sport pads on the field
The Riders hit the field in pads for spring training, bringing intensity and a brief scuffle. Coach Corey Mace stressed discipline. The team also signed draft pick Daniel Johnson, a Purdue offensive tackle.

Micah Johnson returns to the Riders to reunite with Corey Mace
Micah Johnson reunites with Riders head coach Corey Mace, his former teammate and coach. Johnson says Mace's leadership inspired him to stay. The team battled strong winds at camp on Tuesday.

'The compete level was high': Riders get 2024 training camp underway
Corey Mace praised the Riders' high energy on day one of camp. QB Trevor Harris felt strong in his return. Free agent DB Jalon Edwards-Cooper was released after a failed physical due to a shoulder injury.

New linebackers, defensive line a focus at Riders' camp
Defense is key as Riders' camp opens under new head coach Corey Mace. New faces, including Jameer Thurman, aim to revamp the unit. Special teams remain stable, with Mario Alford leading the return game.
Canada & World

Nova Scotia lacks accurate caseload count for burdened social workers: official
Nova Scotia's Community Services says social worker caseload data is inaccurate due to incomplete paperwork. A pilot program aims to ease admin tasks, and a recruitment plan is in progress.

Canadian wildfires force thousands from homes in the West
Wildfires have forced thousands from their homes in Fort Nelson, B.C., Fort McMurray, Alta., and Cranberry Portage, Man. Officials warn of worsening conditions as evacuations continue.

Judge refuses McGill's bid to dismantle pro-Palestinian encampment
A Quebec judge has denied McGill University's bid to dismantle a pro-Palestinian encampment, ruling the issue is too complex for an urgent injunction. The school has relocated its convocation ceremonies.

Police credit forensic science for arrest in 2014 killing of woman near Montreal
A man has been charged with first-degree murder in the 2014 killing of Jenique Dalcourt in Longueuil, Que. Michael Mcduff-Jalbert was arrested Tuesday after new forensic evidence emerged.


Agriculture

Listen weekly to what's happening on the Saskatchewan farmgate
Shaun Haney talks to ag meteorologist Drew Lerner on weather, Michele Payne on the power of farmer storytelling, and Ian Epp from the Canola Council of Canada discusses the return of lambda-cy.

Connecting fertilizer and bioscience for sustainable food production
Mosaic's mission is to help the world grow the food it needs, says director of new product development Ross Bender in an interview with RealAgriculture at the Advanced Crop Nutrition Forum in Florida.

How does 2025 shape up for potential herbicide carryover in Saskatchewan?
Herbicide carryover risk is lower this year due to spring rainfall but remains high for late-season applications. Saskatchewan Ag Ministry maps show risk zones in the southwest and north.

Equipment manufacturers pledge to cooperate on mutually important issues
AEM and CEMA signed an MoU to align regulations for agricultural equipment makers in the U.S. and Europe. Key areas include emissions, automation, cybersecurity, safety, and sustainability.
Prairie Profiles

Meet the teen lumberjack who started a Sask. firewood business
At 13, Dylan LePoudre runs Forrest Firewood, harvesting, splitting, and bundling wood by hand. He spends weekends working near Davidson and reinvests profits into better equipment.

Girls Take Flight: Mitchinson Flight Centre introduces young women to aviation
The event in Saskatoon introduced over 150 girls to aviation careers. Organized by student pilot Brooke Tower, it aimed to inspire more women to enter the male-dominated field.

Saskatoon restoration breathes new life into historic Hanley home
Lawrence House, a 1906 Saskatchewan gem, is being restored by owner Jason Hattie. He's preserving its rich history while opening it to visitors, reviving its legacy for future generations.

WATCH: Jac Cashin defies Down syndrome limits at Saskatoon track meet
Nine-year-old Jac Cashin is gaining recognition for his love of running. After training hard, he finished first in his relay heat, inspiring cheers and showcasing true inclusion in sports