Canadian GDP grew by 0.5% in July on oilsands rebound

The Canadian economy performed better than expected in July, growing by 0.5 per cent on the back of a rebound in oil and gas output following the Fort McMurray, Alta., wildfires.

Exclusive Alberta Health Services to buy out Dynalife, transfer services back to province

by Jennie Russell, Charles Rusnell

Alberta Health Services plans to buy out the private laboratory testing company Dynalife and transfer the services back to the province, CBC News has learned.

'Alarming' rise in meth and IV drug use by Edmonton youth

by Andrea Huncar

Alberta Health Services says frontline workers are noticing an “alarming” increase in use of intravenous drugs and methamphetamine among youth.

Theatre company parking lot sinks into construction site next door

by Travis McEwan

A stalled condo development in central Edmonton has created problems for a neighbouring theatre company, which has seen part of its parking lot collapse.

Restaurants, bars taking wait-and-see approach to minimum wage hike

by Scott Stevenson

Alberta's minimum wage is going up $1 on Oct. 1, from $11.20 per hour to $12.20, and the lower $10.70 rate for liquor servers is being eliminated.

Ex-city employees subcontracted to recycle winter sand

by Roberta Bell

Edmonton city staff and council members are concerned that former city employees manage Sand Recycling Ltd., the company carrying out the beleaguered winter sand recycling program.

'Grave sin': Alberta, N.W.T. bishops say priests should refuse assisted death funerals

by Mack Lamoureux

The Catholic Bishops of Alberta and the Northwest Territories have issued guidelines that say priests should refuse funerals for some people who die by assisted suicide.

Richard Starke, Donna Kennedy-Glans launch PC leadership bids

by Michelle Bellefontaine

The number of people running to be the next leader of the Alberta Progressive Conservative Party doubled Thursday when two more candidates entered the race.

Stampeders mourn with family of slain teammate Mylan Hicks, vow to play for him

by Donna Spencer

Closure wasn't possible, but the Calgary Stampeders hoped to offer comfort to the family and teammates of Mylan Hicks on Thursday.

Bonnyville RCMP investigating after man shot in northern Alberta

Around 7 p.m. Monday, Bonnyville RCMP responded to a report that a man was shot. They arrived and found a victim in a truck that was shot once

Review of Fort McMurray fire will look at evacuation timing

Alberta has now launched the process for a large-scale review of the Fort McMurray wildfire and the province’s response, part of a routine process after major disasters.

While some kids are forced to go to school in taxis, boards import school bus drivers from Alberta

by Andrea Janus

Four bus drivers from Alberta have been brought in to deal with the ongoing driver shortage in Toronto to allow time for locals to be recruited and trained.

63% of Albertans oppose NDP carbon tax, poll suggests

A majority of Albertans disapprove of the NDP's climate plan and even more don't support the looming carbon tax, despite Premier Rachel Notley's suggestions to the contrary, a new poll suggests.

New Sherwood Park playground allows kids with special needs to play

by John Zazula

The new playground at Westboro Elementary School in Sherwood Park officially opened today, giving kids with limited mobility the chance to play.

Edmonton-born artist featured in film festival world premiere

by Gareth Hampshire

Getting up when you're knocked down is one of the themes of a documentary film that features an Edmonton-born artist. It premiered in the city Thursday.

Freeman on the Land plans to represent himself in court

by Scott Stevenson

A self-described Freeman on the Land accused of "paper terrorism" plans to represent himself in court.

From The Archives Oct. 1, 1986: Fantasyland Hotel theme rooms open in West Edmonton Mall

When the Fantasyland Hotel opened for the first time 30 years ago, Edmontonians were anxious to see the 360 themed rooms.

Whirling disease affecting fish confirmed in 6 more locations near Banff National Park

Whirling disease affects trout and salmon and can cause infected fish to swim in a whirling pattern and die prematurely.

Video Province opens $24M CASA Centre for children with addictions, mental health issues

Children in central and northern Alberta with mental health issues or addictions have new, state-of-the-art facility to go for help.

Backyard chicken pilot project approved in St. Albert

Plump hens will soon be clucking their way around the backyards of St. Albert.

UNESCO hears fears that Wood Buffalo National Park 'is going to dry out'

by David Thurton

UNESCO monitors arrived in Fort Chipewyan Wednesday to hear how low river levels are affecting Wood Buffalo National Park and their way of life.

Riders lure another former Eskimo to Saskatchewan

by Glenn Reid

Willie Jefferson has signed with the Riders after an unsuccessful NFL audition.

Edmonton police officers, civilians honoured for courage, quick thinking

by Zoe Todd

Edmonton police thanked courageous and quick-thinking men and women who put the safety of other's above their own.

Alberta court backlog delays criminal trials by more than a year, chief judge warns senators

Two of Alberta's top judges have warned senators that more judges must be appointed to ease a growing backlog that is already means new criminal trial dates are being set for more than 60 weeks away.

Why are Edmonton's birch trees dying?

by Travis McEwan

A study is looking into why birch trees are dying off in the prairies and British Columbia, but a researcher says they can be salvaged.

REPORTER'S NOTEBOOK Reality of Right to Know Week in Alberta is grim

by Charles Rusnell, Jennie Russell

Freedom of information is one of the few effective tools in our democracy that allows opposition parties, advocacy groups, journalists, and others to hold those in authority to account. But in Alberta, the right to know is being eroded, even under a new government that promised more transparency and accountability.

Analysis What the Pacific NorthWest LNG decision could mean for Trans Mountain

by Tracy Johnson

After Ottawa's approval of the carbon-intensive Pacific NorthWest LNG plant, it will be harder for the Liberals to say no to two coming pipeline decisions. Or is it different for oil?

'Emotionally difficult decisions': AHS struggling to keep up with demand for physician-assisted deaths

by Mack Lamoureux, Andrea Huncar

In total, 29 people in Alberta have ended their lives through physician-assisted death this year, according to numbers provided by Alberta Health Services. Fourteen of those deaths occurred in Edmonton, which is the highest number in the province.

Recap Eberle-McDavid-Lucic line debuts in Oilers pre-season loss to Canucks

by Jason Keller

In Wednesday's 5-3 pre-season loss to Vancouver, Connor McDavid played on a line with Jordan Eberle and new Oiler Milan Lucic. The trio showed flashes of offensive chemistry, but couldn't impact the scoresheet.

Updated 30-month prison term for hit-and-run driver who killed young Edmonton mom

Kenneth Didechko, convicted in the 2012 hit-and-run death of a young Edmonton mother and then lying to police about it, was sentenced Wednesday to 30 months in prison.

Bike lanes headed for a green light in downtown Edmonton

by Roberta Bell

Cyclists in downtown Edmonton could be riding in designated bike lanes by next summer after councillors on the urban planning committee recommended the construction of a bike lane network in the city's core.

MLA Richard Starke to make announcement about PC leadership

by Michelle Bellefontaine

Progressive Conservative MLA Richard Starke is expected to announce in Edmonton Thursday he is running for the leadership of his party.

University of Alberta researcher says tight collar removed from injured polar bear

by Andrea Ross

University of Alberta researchers will no longer collar young polar bears, after a collar was finally removed from a bear that gained notoriety a year ago for an image of its bloodied neck.

Court papers proof political pressure rushed pipeline approval: First Nation

by Bob Weber

An Alberta First Nation says court documents suggest political and industry pressure hustled approvals for an oilsands pipeline through regulators and reduced aboriginal consultation.