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the province has made permanent the change to the regulations that had restricted the medical services nurse practitioners in nursing homes could provide. (fi
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Nurse practitioners' expanded role in Alberta nursing homes made permanent

The provincial government has made the temporary changes to regulations governing the role of nurse practitioners in nursing homes permanent.

The #ProtectOurElders campaign asks Indigenous youth to be there for their Elders by following public health recommendations around COVID-19. (Source: protectourelders.ca)

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Initiative encouraging Indigenous youth to #ProtectOurElders from COVID-19

A new campaign encouraging youth to help protect their Elders from COVID-19 is being applauded by Alberta's chief medical officer of health.

Chief Public Health Officer of Canada Dr. Theresa Tam arrives for a news conference on the COVID-19 pandemic at West Block on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, on Wednesday, June 3, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang

Tam warns of 'explosive' second COVID-19 wave if reopening mishandled

Chief Public Health Officer Dr. Theresa Tam has issued a clear warning that Canada could see 'explosive growth' in new cases if reopening is not done with caution, as the latest federal COVID-19 modelling projects that there will be more than 100,000 confirmed cases in Canada, and up to 9,400 deaths by June 15. 1

These are among the six stolen vehicles recovered by Morinville RCMP (RCMP)

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Pair charged after Morinville Mounties seize 6 vehicles

Morinville RCMP say officers have recovered six stolen vehicles leading to charges against two individuals.

A 'cheeky' Canadian Tire billboard near Leduc. June 3, 2020. (CTV News Edmonton)

'I thought it was hilarious': Albertans having a laugh at cheeky Canadian Tire billboard

You may not notice it while driving by, but a billboard on the QEII Highway south of Edmonton was a big hit online Wednesday night.

Alberta’s chief medical officer of health, Dr. Deena Hinshaw, provides an update on Tuesday, April 14, 2020, on COVID-19 and the ongoing work to protect public health. (photography by Chris Schwarz/Government of Alberta)

Alberta confirms 19 cases of COVID-19, Stage 2 could begin early

A total of 344 Albertans currently have the coronavirus, with 48 of them in hospital. 1

The Electric Vehicle Charging and E-Bike (ECEB) Rebate Program promotional photo. (Courtesy: City of Edmonton)

'Bad use of taxpayers money': Edmonton offering $600K in rebates for e-bikes and chargers

The City of Edmonton will spend $600,000 over the next 3 years to help residents buy electric bikes and vehicle chargers, which one councillor called a “bad use of taxpayer money.”

The rally began with ceremonial drumming and speakers in Borden Park. Then a convoy of about 100 vehicles rolled through downtown and past the legislature.

'Their lives matter': Convoy in support of missing, murdered Indigenous women and girls

One year after a national inquiry released its report on missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls, protesters in Edmonton called for more action. 1

Alberta overhauls real estate regulator in wake of prior dysfunctional board

Alberta is restructuring its real estate regulator, eight months after the government fired the previous board on the grounds it was irredeemably dysfunctional.

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Wind eases and the sun comes out: This is your Edmonton forecast

Temperatures should hit a high in the mid to upper teens and there will still be a bit of a breeze. Temperatures jump back to the 20s Friday before cooling again this weekend.

Blair Murphy caught this massive sturgeon, weighing over 170 pounds (77 kilograms) from the Oldman River in southern Alberta.

Catch of a lifetime: Fisherman reels in 170-pound sturgeon from southern Alberta river

A southern Alberta fisherman suffered a cracked rib but still managed to land a 77-kilogram sturgeon from the Oldman River.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau heads into the House of Commons at West Block on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, on Tuesday, June 2, 2020. (THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang)

Trudeau urges shared COVID-19 vaccine at global summit in a week amid UN run

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says a COVID-19 vaccine must be shared by the world in order to eradicate the disease. 7

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As COVID-19 stress builds, study warns of potential spike in suicides

A new study out of the University of Toronto suggests that the economic upheaval surrounding COVID-19 could result in a spike of as many as 2,114 deaths by suicide above the Canadian average by the end of 2021. 5

An Edmonton police vehicle is seen in this file photo. (Sean Amato/CTV News Edmonton)

17-year-old in hospital after west Edmonton shooting

Police are searching for a man after a 17-year-old was shot in west Edmonton Tuesday evening.

The body of a black bear found in a ditch near Lloydminster. (Angie Atkinson)

Dead black bear dumped in ditch; hunter ticketed for littering

The body of a black bear was dumped illegally in a ditch near Lloydminster on Sunday, Alberta Fish and Wildlife said. 1

Maddex Scott, 8, flying his new drone thanks to the generosity of an Edmonton man. June 3, 2020. (Jay Rosove)

Drone mishap brings out Edmontonians' generosity

Maddex Scott, 8, had saved for about 10 months, pooling his allowance, Christmas and birthday money to buy the drone for about $230. 1

The Rosslyn Veterinary Clinic in north Edmonton is closed after an exposure to COVID-19. June 3, 2020. (Google Maps)

North Edmonton veterinary clinic closes after COVID-19 exposure

An Edmonton veterinary clinic has temporarily closed after exposure to a COVID-19 case.

A restricted gun licence holder holds a AR-15 at his home in Langley, B.C. on May 1, 2020. (THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jonathan Hayward)

Alberta government moving to defend against federal 'gun grab'

The Alberta government is taking steps it says will protect the rights of gun owners and strengthen the justice system's ability to prosecute gun crimes. 1

Businesses in B.C. say they are wanting Albertans to come visit and spend their vacation dollars.

'Alberta, we love you': B.C.’s Columbia Valley woos back Albertans

As the pandemic wanes in Western Canada, neighbourly signs are springing up near the border of Alberta and B.C. 1

Quincy Mason, center, the son of George Floyd, family attorney Ben Crump, left, kneel, Wednesday, June 3, 2020 as they visited the site of a memorial in Minneapolis where Floyd was arrested on May 25 and died while in police custody. Video shared online by a bystander showed a white officer kneeling on his neck during his arrest as he pleaded that he couldn't breathe. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)f

All four former officers involved in George Floyd's killing now face charges

The former Minneapolis Police officer who pressed his knee into George Floyd's neck was charged with second-degree murder and the three other officers on scene during his killing are charged with aiding and abetting second-degree murder, according to court documents. 24

Jean Henderson had raised more than $5,000 for the Alberta SPCA as of June 3 by selling homemade masks for $5 apiece. (Photo provided.)

Woman donates mask proceeds to needy pet owners program

An Edmonton woman has raised more than $5,000 for cash-strapped pet owners by selling masks across Canada and the U.S. 1

At more than 40 feet long, this fishing lure in Lacombe, Alta., is the largest in the world, according to Guinness World Records. June 3, 2020. (Nav Sangha/CTV News Edmonton)

This Alberta town has the world's largest fishing lure

At more than 40 feet long, Guinness World Records says this fishing lure in Lacombe is the world's biggest. 1

Windows smashed along the side of Fultonvale School. (Strathcona County RCMP)

$15K in damages to Strathcona County school after windows smashed: RCMP

Strathcona County RCMP are investigating after someone broke into a school and caused thousands of dollars in damage.

Two CH-146 Griffon helicopters from RCAF 408 Tactical Helicopter Squadron. June 3, 2020. (CTV News Edmonton)

Canadian Armed Forces salute Sturgeon County frontline workers with fly-past

Two CH-146 Griffon helicopters from RCAF 408 Tactical Helicopter Squadron saluted frontline workers in and around the small town of Redwater Wednesday morning.

City reinstating parking fees next week

Starting Monday, drivers will have to once again pay to use City of Edmonton parking zones.

'Get out of our comfort zones': McDavid calls for end to racism

Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid issued a statement Wednesday condemning racism and pledging to learn more about the history of racial discrimination in Canada and the United States.

Hundreds of Edmontonians marched from the Alberta legislature to City Hall on June 2, 2020, in protest of the killing of George Floyd and racism.

Hundreds turn out for Black Lives Matter march to Edmonton City Hall

Hundreds of Edmontonians rallied Tuesday evening against the death of George Floyd and systemic racism. 1

Canadians could be spending less time in the office by 2030 if productivity increases, according to a Fraser Institute study.

Canadians could enjoy a 4-day work week by 2030: Fraser Institute study

A four-day work week, with shorter workdays, could provide the same standard of living if worker productivity increases, found a new study by the independent, public policy think-tank. 1

Looters drown out message behind racism protest

'They're guitars, not human lives': Montreal merchant says getting looted was worth it to fight racism

A longtime manager at Steve's Music says the looting of the business on Sunday night, after a Black Lives Matter demonstration, came as a shock but that he wants to 'put it into perspective.' 3

The Be the Change virtual rally began remembering George Floyd, the black man who died in police custody in Minneapolis last week. June 2, 2020. (Jesse Lipscombe/Facebook)

Thousands of Edmontonians join anti-racism rally online

A rally in Edmonton to protest racism and police brutality took place online Tuesday night as a result of COVID-19 restrictions, though that didn't stop some from coming to protest in person. 2

Flags flying outside the federal building. Tuesday June 2, 2020 (CTV News Edmonton)

'Disingenuous at best': UCP raises and lowers flag for Pride Month in 24 hours

After flying the rainbow flag for 24 days in 2019, the UCP government raised and lowered the symbol of Pride Month in about 24 hours in 2020. 1

WEATHER

Gusty and cooler today: This is your Edmonton forecast

Skies will start to clear in the Edmonton area this morning as the showers move off. Scattered showers and a few pop-up thunderstorms are possible in north-central Alberta late this afternoon/early evening.

Colin Bell turned 16 on March 23 and had his road test scheduled for the 25th, but Alberta suspended road tests March 20 due to COVID-19.

Backlog expected as Alberta road tests remain stalled

Getting a drivers’ licence is a rite of passage for many teens that can’t happen during a pandemic and as a result, there could be a long wait before many can take the required road test. 1