New Saskatchewan beaver derby sparks fierce debate

A national wildlife group is slamming a beaver-hunting derby underway in Saskatchewan.

'All I could do is just apologize': Regina's Usonia Homes says no money to fix hole

The owner of Usonia Homes in Regina says it is in a very difficult financial situation and hasn't been able to fix the problem of a giant hole on Thornton Avenue that's causing neighbours concern.

Pot legalization coming, so stop possession arrests, say some

by Lucas Powers

We know recreational cannabis will be legal within a year, so why should Canadians still be at risk of having a criminal record for pot possession? The fact that they are is an 'affront to justice,' say some lawyers and advocates.

Prince Albert police request public's help locating missing man

Gilbert McCallum is a 21-year-old male, 140 pounds, standing at 5-10 with black hair and brown eyes.

Regina's weather, traffic and gas prices for Saturday

High of 12 C today, with winds gusting at 48 km/h. Hamilton Street is closed for the weekend from 11th Avenue to 12th Avenue.

Saskatoon salon working to stay green with eco-friendly service

by Victoria Dinh

A Saskatoon salon is turning to an out-of-province service to get rid of almost 95 per cent of their waste.

Teen, 17, charged in Hannah Leflar death pleads guilty

A 17-year-old boy accused in the first-degree murder of Hannah Leflar has pleaded guilty in Regina.

Crocus hunt is on across the Prairies

by Erin Collins

The crocus is seen by many as a sign of spring, but for the aboriginal community the flower has an even greater meaning. Take a walk with Hal Eagletail of the Tsuu T'ina First Nation as he searches for the first crocus of the spring.

'It's been a nightmare every day,' father of dead toddler continues to struggle

by David Shield

Chris Martell says he has been suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) ever since his son's death in 2010. Now homeless, Martell said he needs immediate counselling.

Video Sask. photographer shares warm and fuzzy video of polar bear cubs for Earth Day

A Saskatchewan photographer is sharing an adorable video from his recent trip to the Arctic as a tribute to Mother Nature on Earth Day.

'It's a terrible day': Brad Wall on Rabbit Lake uranium layoffs

Saskatchewan Premier Brad Wall says the Ministry of the Economy's rapid response unit is now helping 500 laid-off workers from Cameco's Rabbit Lake mine.

Sask. column writer honoured with Gold Quill award for 50 years of work

by Victoria Dinh

Clara Hankey, 89, will be presented with the Gold Quill award from the Canadian Community Newspapers Association for her 50 years of work as a column writer.

What did Justin Trudeau say about Canada's history of colonialism?

by Tim Fontaine

Did Prime Minister Justin Trudeau say that Canada has no history of colonialism? Yes and no. Literally.

Food filled canoes moved through busy downtown Regina to inspire acts of kindness

by Eman Bare

Good Turn Week is a national event that encourages acts of kindness. It is organized by Scouts Canada.

Votes for Saskatchewan's worst road are streaming in

CAA Saskatchewan is into week three of its Worst Roads campaign and thousands of people are weighing in.

Captain Canuck comic artist comes to Regina Fan Expo

by Samanda Brace

Kalman Andrasofszky redesigned the Canadian comic book hero that first emerged in the 1970s donning a costume inspired by the nation's flag.

Friday April 22, 2016

Anatomy of a street gang and Indian Posse co-founder Danny Wolfe

Danny Wolfe was a larger than life figure. He founded the Indian Posse, a notorious Aboriginal street gang in Winnipeg. Wolfe made national headlines after a brazen escape from a Saskatchewan jail. Today The Current looks at the life and times of a modern outlaw.

Saskatchewan gets D– on environmental report card

An environmental report card gave Saskatchewan a D- for heavy reliance on fossil fuels and a resource-driven economy.

Alberta health official warns of deadly new street drug

by Dan Zakreski

An Alberta public health doctor is warning a new street drug that is 100 times more potent than fentanyl.

Tips to avoid deadly hantavirus, spot symptoms

A grieving mother from Saskatchewan is trying to educate people about the rare but deadly hantavirus, as provincial health officials issue their annual warning about the disease.

16 people laid off at Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Layoff notices have been handed out to 16 people at Saskatchewan's Polytechnic schools.

Stadium chief Brent Sjoberg out of job at Regina City Hall

The City of Regina's lead executive on the stadium project is out of a job after a shakeup at City Hall.

Superfan DJ Charly Hustle picks his Top 5 favourite Prince songs

Music legend Prince, who died Thursday, influenced a whole generation of creative talent, including Saskatoon's DJ Charly Hustle.

Giant hole next door leaves Regina family frustrated

Thornton Avenue in Regina's Lakeview neighbourhood is a nice little street, except for one big eyesore.

Regina Huda School students make treasures out of trash

by Abby Schneider

Students at a Regina school celebrated Earth Day by taking part in the school's first ever "repurposed treasures fair" where students made items out of used materials.

Grieving family warns others of rare but deadly hantavirus

by Stefani Langenegger

As health officials in Saskatchewan issue their annual reminder about hantavirus, Julia McIsaac would like to spare other families the grief hers has experienced since her daughter died of the disease in June 2014.

Speed and alcohol factors in early morning Saskatoon motorcycle crash

A motorcyclist is in hospital with serious injuries after an early morning crash at the bottom of the Broadway Bridge.

Toronto protest ends, INAC office still occupied in Sask.

by Tim Fontaine

On Thursday, demonstrators left the Toronto office of Indigenous and Northern Affairs, nine days after they took it over and sparked a protest that has spread across the country.

Maurice Price files retirement papers with Saskatchewan Roughriders

Maurice Price won't be catching passes this season for the Saskatchewan Roughriders. The CFL club confirmed Thursday the receiver has filed retirement papers with the league.

City of Regina launches annual anti-mosquito campaign

Mosquito season has begun and so has the City of Regina's anti-mosquito campaign.

Mike Duffy ruling could put brakes on expense cases against other senators

by Mark Gollom

The exoneration of Senator Mike Duffy on 31 charges of fraud, bribery and breach of trust could have significant implications for the cases against other senators under scrutiny for their expenses.