Alberta announces the 4 health agencies that will replace AHS later this year
The province has released more information on its plan to break up Alberta Health Services and replace it with four sector-based health agencies.
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Alberta to investigate police crackdown on pro-Palestinian campus protests
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says her government will ask the province’s police watchdog to investigate how officers forcibly cleared out two pro-Palestinian protests on university campuses.
Alberta NDP leadership race: Final tally shows historic membership; McGowan drops out
A total of 85,144 members are eligible to vote for Alberta NDP's next leader.
Abortion activists concerned after UCP MLA Dan Williams speaks at pro-life rally
Abortion activists are raising concerns after multiple United Conservative Party MLAs attended a recent pro-life rally at the Alberta legislature.
New bill would give Alberta more power in emergencies, change election date to fall
The Government of Alberta has tabled another bill granting the province greater power to make unilateral decisions.
Man recommended to become ethics commissioner previously sought UCP nomination: NDP
The man recommended to become Alberta's next ethics commissioner has ties to the United Conservative Party, the Opposition NDP said on Wednesday.
Edmonton officially calling on province to scrap contentious bills aimed at municipalities
The City of Edmonton is asking the Government of Alberta to scrap two bills with big implications for municipalities.
Alberta proposes tax exemptions to increase affordable housing as part of Bill 20
The Alberta government announced new initiatives and tools for municipalities to increase the amount of affordable housing available across the province.
Nenshi taking heat on labour record from fellow Alberta NDP leadership candidates
Candidates vying to be the next leader of Alberta’s Opposition NDP want answers from presumed front-runner Naheed Nenshi about a five-year-old letter that they say signals he is anti-union.
CTV News Edmonton Top Stories
Time constraints delay amendments to Alberta's controversial Bill 20
Controversial legislation that originally aimed to give the Alberta government more power over municipalities but is expected to be scaled back did not pass through the legislature on Wednesday due to time constraints.
Future of Westmount Shopping Centre unclear after tenants given 30 day notice
Several business owners at Edmonton's Westmount Shopping Centre say they've been given only 30-days notice to find a new location.
Stars pose sizable challenge to Oilers in Western Conference Final
The Dallas Stars, the West's top seed that dispatched the two most recent Stanley Cup champions en route to the third-round series that begins Thursday, pose an even bigger challenge to the Edmonton Oilers given their comparative domination in key areas of the game.
15-year-old Edmonton boy's death being investigated by homicide detectives
A man is in custody after the suspicious death of a 15-year-old boy in Edmonton Tuesday evening.
'They're 4 and 0 in the playoffs': Burger joint feeds winning meals to Oilers
More than a year ago, a burger joint located just a few blocks from Rogers Place discovered the Edmonton Oilers had become regular customers.
Dogs who attacked 5 people in west Edmonton euthanized: city
Two dogs who bit five people earlier this month have been euthanized, the city has confirmed.
Oilers 'expecting' Henrique to return to playoff action vs. Stars
Although he couldn't confirm a return date, head coach kris Knoblauch said on Wednesday he expects forward Adam Henrique, who sat out six of the Oilers' seven games against the Vancouver Canucks in Round 2 of the NHL playoffs, will see action early in their next series against the Dallas Stars.
Rainbow Valley Campground brings comfort camping to Edmonton's river valley
Edmonton's Rainbow Valley Campground is now welcoming visitors who enjoy a less rugged experience.
4 facing charges related to stabbing during 'altercation' between tenants
A vehicle that was involved in a crash in central Edmonton on Monday was being used to flee the scene of a stabbing, according to police.
CTV News Calgary Top Stories
Calgary police release photo of suspect in hit-and-run that saw victim run over twice
Calgary police have released a photo of a man believed to be involved in a hit-and-run in Bridgeland that saw a pedestrian run over twice.
WestJet planning new fare category for travellers willing to forgo carry-on bag
WestJet Airlines plans to launch a new cheaper fare category that would be available to travellers willing to fly without a carry-on bag.
Calgary outpacing Canada's largest cities on population growth rate: StatCan
Calgary saw the highest population growth rate among Canada’s largest cities between 2022 and 2023 – surpassing 1.6 million people.
Calgary's newest concert venue? Outdoor stage coming to Spruce Meadows
Officials at Spruce Meadows have announced the sports and entertainment venue will soon be home to a new outdoor stage.
Calgary man charged after allegedly flashing and propositioning teen at recreation centre
Calgary police have laid charges in an incident in the community of Huntington Hills that saw a man proposition a teen for sex.
Trudeau's rise, many controversies explored in new biography by Stephen Maher
After working on a biography of the prime minister for a year and a half, Stephen Maher settled on 'The Prince: The Turbulent Reign of Justin Trudeau' as a title.
Assistant coach Marc Savard departs Calgary Flames
Calgary Flames assistant coach Marc Savard and the NHL club have agreed to part company.
Rainfall easing immediate drought concerns in southern Alberta, but more precipitation needed
While rainfall is helping ease short-term drought concerns in southern Alberta, the region will need much more precipitation to keep moisture levels sufficient through the summer.
WestJet calls for full federal review of aviation funding model
The CEO of WestJet Airlines says he is calling for a full federal government review of the way airports and aviation infrastructure in Canada are funded.
CTV News Red Deer
RCMP searching for man after 12-year-olds report sexual assault in Red Deer
Red Deer police are looking for a man after two 12-year-old boys reported they had been sexually assaulted.
Social media sensation Crumbl Cookies opens Red Deer location
A cookie company that opened its first Canadian location in Edmonton a year ago has rapidly expanded across Canada.
Company ordered to pay $360K in 2022 death of central Alberta worker
An oilfield equipment supply company has been ordered to pay $360,000 in connection with the death of a worker more than two years ago.
Stolen gun found loaded in suspect's pants during drug deal arrest in Red Deer: ALERT
Five people are facing charges after an Alberta Law Enforcement Response Team (ALERT) interrupted a suspected drug deal in Red Deer Thursday.
$1.1M announced for 10 regional Alberta airports
The Alberta government says it's paying $1.1 million to help develop 10 regional airports in the province.
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Lethbridge police seek public assistance identifying August stabbing suspect
Lethbridge police are seeking public assistance in identifying a suspect in an early August assault.
Lethbridge family raising pet goat, spreading joy
When Susan Eymann and Jeff MacDonald said they were getting a new pet in February, they weren’t exactly kidding.
Lethbridge man charged after police recover $37K in stolen property
A 56-year-old Lethbridge man faces multiple charges after police recovered $37,000 worth of stolen property connected to a Wednesday break-in at a commercial compound.
Rebuild continues in Waterton Lakes National Park marking five-years since Kenow wildfire
The rebuilding process is continuing as those in and near Waterton Lakes National Park honour the five-year anniversary of the Kenow wildfire.
Smoke from wildfires settles in over Lethbridge
A summer with mostly clear skies above Lethbridge has come to an end.