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Alberta premier hopes for health reform payoff in 2025, regrets deferring tax cut

"It may have been better for Albertans if we'd implemented and then found a way to be able to pay for it."

Donald Trump says he urged Wayne Gretzky to run for prime minister in Christmas visit

U.S. president-elect Donald Trump says he told Canadian hockey legend Wayne Gretzky he should run for prime minister during a Christmas visit but adds that the athlete declined interest in politics.

Lake Louise ice climber takes a scary fall, then carries on climbing ice

The sport of ice climbing is becoming more and more popular, but one man is lucky to be alive after a serious fall in Alberta’s back country.

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Solar burgers: How agrivoltaics is marrying food production with green energy

Jason Bradley spent 20 years of his career as ranch manager at a 50,000-acre grazing operation in west-central Alberta, so he understands why people react with skepticism to the idea of raising a herd of cattle on a working solar farm.
Here’s which bins your Christmas wrapping, ribbons and leftovers should go into

With piles of presents unwrapped Wednesday, Environment Lethbridge is reminding everyone to dispose of all that waste properly.
Beyoncé turns NFL Christmas Halftime Show into a 'Cowboy Carter' party with Post Malone cameo

Hope your Santa hat was fastened, because Beyoncé gave us the ultimate 'Cowboy Carter' gift this Christmas.
A year of ‘high highs and some real lows’: NDP leader Naheed Nenshi sends holiday greetings to Albertans

Alberta NDP leader Naheed Nenshi ended a year unlike any other in his career, sending out holiday wishes to everyone in the province.
Safety tips for holiday home cooks: Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services

If you’re planning to cook over the holidays, Lethbridge Fire and Emergency Services is reminding everyone to do it safely.
Alberta premier Danielle Smith issues Christmas and Hannukkah greetings Wednesday

Alberta premier Danielle Smith wished Albertans a merry Christmas and a happy Hannukkah Wednesday.
Lethbridge Polytechnic set to host crop conference as school ranked in Top 10 Canadian research colleges

Lethbridge Polytechnic is set to host a major conference next month on an irrigated crops update, just as the school has been recognized as a top national research institution.
Edmonton apartment building boarded up after evacuation order from the city

An Edmonton apartment building that was evacuated for safety reasons on Monday now sits boarded up.
Montreal man dead after boat explodes in Fort Lauderdale

A Montreal man is dead and several others are injured after a boat exploded in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Azerbaijani airliner crashes in Kazakhstan, killing 38 with 29 survivors, officials say

An Azerbaijani airliner with 67 people onboard crashed Wednesday near the Kazakhstani city of Aktau, killing 38 people and leaving 29 survivors, a Kazakh official said.
Pope urges 'all people of all nations' to silence arms and overcome divisions in Christmas address

Pope Francis in his traditional Christmas message on Wednesday urged 'all people of all nations' to find courage during this Holy Year 'to silence the sounds of arms and overcome divisions' plaguing the world, from the Middle East to Ukraine, Africa to Asia.
King Charles III focuses Christmas message on healthcare workers in year marked by royal illnesses

King Charles III used his annual Christmas message Wednesday to hail the selflessness of those who have cared for him and the Princess of Wales this year, after both were diagnosed with cancer.
Panthers' Hubbard among NFL's elite running backs as he joins exclusive Canadian club

Chuba Hubbard has reached 1,000 yards rushing this NFL campaign, joining a handful of others near the top of the league stats sheet, but also to become just the second Canadian to reach the mark in a season.
Stunning photos show lava erupting from Hawaii's Kilauea volcano

One of the world's most active volcanoes spewed lava into the air for a second straight day on Tuesday.

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A look back at the most-read stories for Edmonton and northern Alberta in 2024

From the wildfire in Jasper to Danielle Smith and the United Conservative government and its policies to alleged and confirmed professional misconduct of police officers, teachers and doctors, these are the top 10 news stories for 2024.

'Serious safety issues': Edmonton building where security guard was killed evacuated

An apartment building where a security guard was killed earlier this month has been evacuated.

'There’s no support': Domestic abuse survivor shares difficulties leaving her relationship

An Edmonton woman who tried to flee an abusive relationship ended up back where she started in part due to a lack of shelter space.

Second inmate dies at Edmonton Remand Centre in as many days

An inmate died at the Edmonton Remand Centre on Thursday night.

Caught on camera: Porch pirate steals dirty diapers from Edmonton step

A would-be thief got away with a bag of dirty diapers after snagging what they thought was a package off an Edmonton porch.

Woman arrested after child abuse complaint on flight from Toronto to Edmonton: RCMP

A woman was taken into custody after a possible case of child abuse was reported on a flight bound to Edmonton.

Police warn public about a text messaging scam circulating in Alberta

Vermilion RCMP issued a warning to the public about a text message scam involving speeding violation tickets.

College remembers slain security guard as documents show criminal history of pair charged

A vigil was held Thursday at Norquest College for a security guard who was killed at an Edmonton apartment building last Friday.

Everything Edmonton

'A 1-stop-shop': How West Edmonton Mall retailers prepare for biggest shopping day of the year

With Christmas nearly in the books, shoppers and retailers are just getting warmed up for one of the biggest shopping days of the year.

'Letting go isn't easy': Dalla Tavola Zenari restaurant announces closure amid 'financial hurdles'

A popular dinner destination in downtown Edmonton will be closing its doors before year's end after 40 years.

AMA fundraiser for Alberta food banks nets more than $322,000

A provincial fundraiser this year has gathered its highest annual amount ever.

20 years of providing Edmontonians in need with holiday hampers

Saturday is a big day for an Edmonton charity and it's also the 20th year the organization has handed out its namesake holiday hampers to those in need.

Everything you need to know about animal births at Edmonton Valley Zoo in 2024

From red pandas to northern leopard frogs, these were the animals born at the Edmonton zoo this year.

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Panthers' Hubbard among NFL's elite running backs as he joins exclusive Canadian club

Chuba Hubbard has reached 1,000 yards rushing this NFL campaign, joining a handful of others near the top of the league stats sheet, but also to become just the second Canadian to reach the mark in a season.

Oilers enter holiday break on an NHL tear

The Edmonton Oilers' victory on Sunday over the Ottawa Senators was the 11th in their last 13 games.

Arvidsson helps surging Oilers snap Senators' six-game win streak

Viktor Arvidsson had a goal and an assist as the Oilers won their third game in a row, getting past the surging Ottawa Senators 3-1 on Sunday.

Hot NHL matchup between Oilers, Senators their last action before holiday break

Two hot teams will look to create even more sparks Sunday night at Rogers Place before both sides take a holiday break.

Oilers finding ways to thrive in close encounters

Leon Draisaitl scored 18 seconds into overtime to extend his point streak to eight games as the Edmonton Oilers overcame a slow start to win their second straight game in extra time, defeating the San Jose Sharks 3-2 on Saturday.