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  COVID-19 in Alberta: More than 1,000 cases reported for 12th day in a row

  Alberta has 1,516 more COVID-19 cases reported with 800 variant of concern cases. 33

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  ‘Put it in perspective’: Albertans continue to receive AstraZeneca vaccine

  Despite news of Canada’s second reported instance of rare blood clots linked to the AstraZeneca vaccine, many Albertans continued to receive vaccinations in Edmonton. 36

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  Protester charged with mischief, obstruction at GraceLife Church

  Parkland RCMP arrested one person in connection with mischief and obstruction to the perimeter fence around GraceLife Church. 4

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  Government action needed to help support schools as COVID-19 cases rise: ATA president

  The province says keeping students learning in-person is a priority for them. Critics say more needs to be done to support teachers and staff so that students can have safe in-person learning. 1

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  Unknown if J&J vaccine rare blood clots will lead to Alberta vaccine delays: Hinshaw

  Alberta’s top doctor said it is unknown if the rare issue of blood clots linked to the Johnson & Johnson vaccine in the United States would lead to delays of Albertans receiving it. 32

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  Newborn baby found unattended in northeast Edmonton apartment

  A newborn baby was found this afternoon abandoned in a northeast Edmonton apartment building.

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  Saturday evening grass fire burns near Strathcona Science Park

  An evening grass fire near the Strathcona Science Park is under investigation after it threatened a set of railway tracks. 1

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  One year after crude turned negative, oilpatch relishes first-quarter profit outlook

  One year after oil prices crashed to their first and only negative close during a perfect storm of energy demand bad news, Canada's oilpatch is poised to report a first-quarter gush of cash flow thanks to a dramatic recovery in global demand.

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  Alberta doctors find 2nd case of blood clot linked to AstraZeneca vaccine in Canada

  A man in his 60s is the first Albertan to be diagnosed with a blood clot linked to AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine, the province's top doctor announced. 32

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  Red Deer pole fire causes traffic delays on QE2 and power outages

  Traffic along the QE 2 near Red Deer is being redirected as emergency crews deal with a downed power line that caused a fire.

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  Mike Smith makes 25 saves for shutout as Oilers blank Jets 3-0

  The Edmonton Oilers made the most of a bye week to adjust parts of their game they felt needed work, and the effort showed in their first game back.

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  'You are not alone:' Memorial service in Nova Scotia marks one year since shootings

  A lone bagpiper played slow airs outside a church Sunday as relatives of 22 people slain during a killer's rampage in rural Nova Scotia gathered for an emotional ceremony to honour the victims one year later. 3

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  Fire crews respond to large grass fire in southwest Edmonton

  A grass fire in southwest Edmonton is keeping firefighters busy Saturday. 1

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  Investigation into death of inmate at Drumheller Institution underway

  Correctional Service Canada is reviewing the circumstances surrounding the death of an inmate at the Drumheller Institution on Thursday.

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  Two youths arrested after arson incident in Spruce Grove

  Two 13-year-old teenagers have been arrested and charged by RCMP after lighting bales of hay on fire.

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  Fatal car accident near Alix, Alta. under investigation

  A 58-year-old has died and another person is in serious condition after a car accident near Alix, Alberta.

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  Young, healthy Albertans are getting vaccinated at pharmacies. 'Should not be happening,' Hinshaw says

  A 24-year-old Edmontonian with no health conditions says she got a COVID-19 vaccine dose at a pharmacy, something Alberta's top doctor said should not be happening. 14

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  Alberta's Kenney sowing distrust with misleading COVID-19 anecdotes, statements: NDP

  Alberta's Opposition says Premier Jason Kenney is sowing distrust by recounting misleading anecdotes to illustrate COVID-19 policy decisions.

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  Grades 7-12 in Fort McMurray move online due to rising COVID-19 cases

  Both public and senior high schools from the Fort McMurray public and Catholic school divisions will move online starting Monday due to increasing COVID-19 cases. 1

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  Alberta NDP push for a seniors advocate to help them navigate the system and review services

  The Official Opposition introduced a new private member’s bill that it hopes will lead to the creation of an independent Alberta seniors’ advocate. 3

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  Family of three victims in Nova Scotia mass murder seeking answers nearly one year on

  Sunday will mark one year since 22 people, including a pregnant woman, were killed in Canada’s largest mass murder, and the families of the victims are still seeking answers. 1

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  The Queen says goodbye to Prince Philip, continues her reign alone

  Queen Elizabeth II and her family paid their last respects to Prince Philip at a funeral on Saturday that celebrated his naval past, his international heritage and seven decades of service in which he helped guide the queen through repeated crises. 23

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  2 men in custody after early Saturday weapons incident

  Two men are in custody after an early morning weapons incident in north Edmonton.

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  Already had COVID-19? 'Natural immunity' is real, but you should still be vaccinated

  Even when thousands of Albertans have already contracted COVID-19, health officials are still pushing for everyone to be vaccinated when their turn becomes available.

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  Edmonton refinery fined $100K after poisonous gas release

  Suncor is facing a $100,000 fine after a refinery in the Edmonton-area released hydrogen sulphide gas in 2018.

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  Edmonton fire issues restrictions prohibiting fireworks and open burning

  Edmonton Fire Rescue Services announced the fire restriction Friday based on dry conditions and a lack of spring precipitation

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  Police and fire recover body from North Saskatchewan River

  Police confirm that a human body was recovered Friday from the North Saskatchewan River.

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  Former Alta. pastor accused of sexual offences against youth; RCMP looking for victims in B.C., NWT

  A small town Alberta pastor is accused of possessing and distributing child pornography and luring a child.

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  Grandmother and aunt charged in abduction of two Alberta girls

  Alberta RCMP provided an update on two Cochrane area girls who were located in B.C. after they were reported missing last month and have charged the children's grandmother and aunt.

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  Shared-use paths return to Edmonton Friday

  Temporary lanes that make it easier to keep a physical distance are back in Edmonton. 1

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  Oilers draft pick Holloway elects to go pro, signs 3-year deal

  The forward played the last two seasons with the Univerisity of Wisconsin Badgers where he recorded 52 points in 58 games, including 35 points in 23 games last season.

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  Red Deer Public School Board unanimously turns down piloting K-6 curriculum

  Red Deer Public Schools has decided not to pilot Alberta's K-6 draft curriculum.

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  Canucks return to play on Sunday following COVID-19 outbreak

  The Vancouver Canucks will return to play this Sunday as they take on the Toronto Maple Leafs at Rogers Arena. 4

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  Riverside, Rundle, and Victoria Golf Courses open for the season

  All city-owned golf courses are now open and ready for golfers to enjoy. 1

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  'Very high demand' forces Parks Canada's camping reservation system offline

  Parks Canada delayed opening camping reservations this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic, but thousands of Canadians are crying foul after the system went offline with technical issues.