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Shandro continues to explain high-intensity fitness as Alta. reports 257 COVID-19 cases

Confusion continues after the Alberta government eased restrictions on Monday to allow for workouts like pilates, indoor climbing and tai chi.

Alberta Health Minister Tyler Shandro and Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Deena Hinshaw. (Government of Alberta)

Police discover woman in ceiling of southeast school

Edmonton police discovered something unusual in a southeast school late Monday afternoon.

Guidance for summer festivals, events coming 'soon' as some organizers opt to postpone

After COVID-19 forced the cancellation of the Calgary Stampede in 2020, organizers of the world famous rodeo are optimistic it can ride again this year.

Crowds flock to the midway at the Calgary Stampede in Calgary, Sunday, July 7, 2019. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh

Edmonton police 'don't have the evidence' protesters' tiki torches were symbols of hate: chief

The presence of tiki torches at recent rallies in Alberta's two major cities has been widely publicized. While many see them as a clear symbol of hate, Edmonton's police chief says the mere act of holding one doesn't constitute a crime.

Wildfire season starts in Alberta

Snow may still be on the ground, but wildfire season has officially started in Alberta.

What is a high-intensity workout? Alta. clarifies new COVID-19 rules for fitness centres

"No high-intensity workouts? … I don't know what that means," was Nick Troung's reaction to hearing Alberta was relaxing rules in fitness centres on Monday.

AHS confirms funding to continue 'life-saving' opioid treatment program

The Injectable Opioid Agonist Treatment program (iOAT) will be preserved for its current patients, Alberta Health Services announced Tuesday.

Oilers' Chiasson suspended 1 game for hit on Leafs' Vesey

Edmonton Oilers forward Alex Chiasson has been suspended for one game by the NHL for cross-checking Toronto Maple Leafs forward Jimmy Vesey.

Edmonton had the second-driest winter in more than 100 years: Environment Canada

The start of a new month has ushered in the beginning of a new season, with March 1 often recognized as meteorological spring.

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A look at the mixed messages and confusion surrounding the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine

Federal officials stress the fact Canada now has three vaccines that can drive down hospitalizations and deaths due to COVID-19.

A nurse prepares to administer a dose of the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine at a health-care centre in Seoul Friday, Feb. 26, 2021. (Jung Yeon-je /Pool Photo via AP)

Why you probably still shouldn't worry about surface transmission of the coronavirus

Despite the rise of coronavirus variants that can spread more easily, experts say the risk of surface transmission of the virus continues to be negligible.

Can we hug our vaccinated grandparents? Experts say it depends

As some provinces open COVID-19 vaccinations to their oldest residents, experts say meeting up with older loved ones who’ve received the vaccine remains a dilemma.

Rescue crews responding to fire, emergency, on Canadian fishing vessel off N.S. coast

The Canadian military says aircraft and ships have responded to an emergency aboard a Canadian fishing vessel that has been damaged by fire off of the coast of Nova Scotia.

Trump comments on trade negotiations with China take centre stage in Meng case

Public comments by former U.S. president Donald Trump will take centre stage at the British Columbia Supreme Court today in the case of a Huawei executive facing extradition to the United States.