Beyond Local

Two charged in break-in spree from Drumheller to Sundre

RCMP charge man and woman from Calgary believed to be involved in string of break and enters that date back to September.

Nov 25, 2022 7:25 PM Read more >

RCMP issue request to find owners of recovered collectibles

Police looking for rightful owners of some unique items, including British and Canadian coins and an antique watch.

Nov 25, 2022 6:10 PM Read more >

Federal government to extend EI sickness benefits from 15 to 26 weeks

Workers applying for EI will be eligible for the more-generous benefits starting on Dec. 18, Employment Minister Carla Qualtrough announced Friday.

Nov 25, 2022 5:05 PM Read more >

Police say pick-up truck thief drags owner for several blocks

RCMP in Lac La Biche are looking for a stolen truck and the person who allegedly drove away with it as the owner was dragged trying to prevent theft.

Nov 25, 2022 3:55 PM Read more >

Federal health minister says 1M units of imported kids' pain meds now hitting shelves

Parents across Canada have been scrambling to manage their children's fever and pain amid a dire shortage of pediatric acetaminophen and ibuprofen.

Nov 25, 2022 2:35 PM Read more >

Threat of violence was key factor in decision to invoke Emergencies Act: Trudeau

Prime minister painted a picture of Canada teetering on the edge of violence as he defended decision to invoke the Emergencies Act to end "Freedom Convoy" protests.

Nov 25, 2022 12:50 PM Read more >

Province to provide more funding for Ukrainian students this fall

Ukrainian students enrolled in schools across Alberta will receive over $5,000 in funding to aid with language, social and educational supports for the 2022-23 year.

Nov 25, 2022 11:25 AM Read more >

Alberta bans masking mandates in schools, guarantees in-person learning

The Alberta government says school boards can't require students to wear masks in school or be forced to take classes online.

Nov 25, 2022 8:55 AM Read more >

Drugs, guns and hundreds of stolen ID cards seized in search by police

A St. Albert resident who is under 24-hour house arrest for property and drug charges is once again facing a slew of charges after police searched her residence.

Nov 24, 2022 7:30 PM Read more >

No hazards found after fire crews called to Southern Alberta high school

Firefighters responded to a call at Foothills Composite High School in Okotoks after multiple students reported fainting or feeling light-headed.

Nov 24, 2022 6:15 PM Read more >