New cougar control measures targeting Sask. problem animals

by Alicia Bridges

New cougar control measures are making it easier for professional hunters to respond to complaints about problem animals in Saskatchewan.

Animals not safe outside, says Saskatoon SPCA

As temperatures dip into the –30s, Saskatoon's SPCA has seen an increase in the number of calls about dogs and cats left in the cold.

Photos Running in one of the coldest spots in Canada: Saskatoon

by Jason Warick

CBC reporter Jason Warick stopped to shoot photos during a 10-kilometre run in Saskatoon. On Tuesday, it one of the coldest spots in the country, hitting a low of -35.3 C. It felt like -41 when the wind chill was taken into account.

More people using Operation Red Nose in Sask.

More people across Saskatchewan are using Operation Red Nose as a safe way to get home over the holidays.

Access to adoption info made easier in Sask.

by Kendall Latimer

The rules of adoption have changed in Saskatchewan, making it easier for adult adoptees and birth parents to learn about each other.

Want to build a medieval cauldron? How a master armourer recreates elaborate ancient artifacts

by Danny Kerslake

Jeffrey Hildebrandt is a master armourer who can re-create pieces true to the period, adorned with the elaborate markings and etchings of ancient cultures.

Saskatchewan police called upon to euthanize injured deer

It's rare in Saskatchewan when police fire their guns, but it turns out when they do, a deer is often involved.

Missing northern Sask. trapper hadn't ventured into bush in years

by Dan Zakreski

The brother of a missing trapper says Eric Ratt had only recently decided to head back out on the trapline after 15 years working in mining exploration.

Stolen laptops, iPads among $14K in school losses

Laptop computers and tablets worth around $14,000 were lost or stolen from Saskatchewan school divisions over three months last summer and fall, a report says.

WWE ready to piledrive Saskatoon wrestling fans

SaskTel Centre is getting ready to host some of the top talent of the professional wrestling world.

1 year since Van de Vorst family killed by impaired driver

It’s been a year since Louis Van de Vorst lost his son’s family in a car accident caused by an impaired driver — and he wants to honour the day by speaking out against drinking and driving.

Key Lake, Sask. coldest place in Canada this morning

According to Environment Canada, Key Lake, Sask. held the dubious honour of coldest place in the country Tuesday morning.

Extreme cold warnings end in Saskatchewan

Areas around Saskatoon and Regina were still reporting extreme wind chills on Tuesday morning.

Saskatoon finishes clean-up from major snow dump

After days of work, Saskatoon's priority streets are now cleaned up.

Residents forced from homes during townhouse fire

by Jason Warick

A fire Monday afternoon caused the evacuation of a townhouse complex in a Saskatoon neighbourhood.

Search continues for trapper missing in northern Sask.

RCMP are still searching for a missing trapper from the Lac La Ronge Indian Band (LLRIB) who has not been seen since Oct. 19.

Woman's body found in Saskatoon New Year's Day

Saskatoon police are investigating after the body of a 22-year-old woman was found on New Year’s Day.

Man shot in leg at Montreal Lake Cree Nation

Police have arrested a suspect after a man was shot in the leg at the Montreal Lake Cree Nation on Monday.

Missing Saskatoon senior found safe Sunday

A 64-year-old Saskatoon man has been found safe after he wandered away from his home on Olmstead Road.

Carbon capture industry could grow if taxes rise, expert says

by Kyle Bakx

Considering all the recent debate about carbon taxes, climate change and greenhouse gas emissions, there's been little discussion about one of the methods of containing those gases — carbon capture and storage facilities

Man plans to curl at every club in Canada

A New Brunswick man plans to sweep the nation, one curling club at a time. Rob Swan told CBC Radio's the Afternoon Edition he plans to hit the ice at every curling club in Canada.

Veterans who use medical marijuana outed by envelope

by Anjuli Patil

The letter signed by Veterans Affairs Canada arrived in a Medavie Blue Cross envelope that had "RE: Cannabis for Medical Purposes" visible in bold letters.

Man injured in Saskatoon stabbing on Sunday

A man was stabbed on Sunday afternoon in Saskatoon, sustaining serious but non-life-threatening injuries.

Sask.'s New Year's babies are 2 boys

Saskatchewan's first two babies are boys.

Saskatoon man dead after snowmobile crash Saturday

A Saskatoon man has died after he was involved in a snowmobile crash on Saturday evening.

2 stabbed on New Year's Day

Saskatoon police are searching for one suspect after two people were stabbed on New Year's Day.

U.S. deals Canada 1st loss at world juniors

by Gregory Strong

The United States scored two quick power-play goals for a lead they wouldn't relinquish in a 3-1 victory over Canada on Saturday afternoon at the world junior hockey championship.

'Great problem to have': Demand for puppy parties brings pawsitivity to nursing homes, businesses

by Courtney Markewich

At the end of October, puppies visited the CBC Saskatoon office for a news article that has since attracted a lot of interest in hosting the pooches for parties.

Look back on most-read stories in Saskatchewan last year

The year 2016 has been one of big stories across Saskatchewan. CBC Saskatchewan is taking a look back at the most-read stories of the year that captivated the province and, at times, the world.

New year brings clarification to ban on cellphone use while driving

Changes that come into play on New Year's Day tightens the wording on the ban of cellphone use while driving.

Woman, 51, pronounced dead after crash in Kindersley, Sask., area

According to an RCMP release, there was only one vehicle involved in the crash.

From Fort Mac to Rob Ford, here are CBC's biggest news days of 2016

Here are CBC's 10 biggest news days of 2016, when millions of Canadians turned to our website for the latest.

Sask. Order of Canada recipient says honour recognizes importance of co-operatives movement

by Courtney Markewich

A man who has been a leader in the co-operative movement for years said he was surprised to learn that he was receiving one of Canada’s highest civilian honours.

City of Saskatoon crews continue plowing through snow clearing

A fleet of snow-clearing vehicles was still hard at work Saturday clearing Saskatoon’s streets after 15 centimetres of snow fell in the city.

Icy patches, swirling and drifting snow: NYE driving conditions in Sask.

Exercise caution out on the roads today, as several areas through central and southern Saskatchewan are seeing winter driving conditions.

How to watch CBC's New Year's Eve specials on TV and online

by TK Matunda

For the first time in 50 years, CBC is ringing in the New Year with a cross-country spectacular. Get excited.

New Year's Eve fireworks to launch Canada's 150th anniversary celebrations

YXE-NYE-150 will ring in 2017 and Canada’s 150th year of confederation at Kiwanis Memorial Park.

Saskatchewan's Connor Ingram gets start for Canada vs. U.S. at World Juniors

by Creeden Martell

Connor Ingram will start in net for Team Canada at the World Junior Hockey Championships on Saturday. His last start was against Slovakia on Dec. 27.

Columnist gives tips for picking bottle of bubbly for New Year's Eve

While champagne may be costly for some, there are other options for toasting 2017.

Saskatoon 92-year-old completes 40,000-km journey a month before dying

by Jason Warick

George Loewen, who died this month at age 92, accomplished his goal of walking a distance equal to the circumference of the globe.

How federal changes coming Jan. 1 will affect your wallet

The turnover on the calendar doesn't just bring fireworks and a midnight toast. Here's a look at a few of the dollars-and-cents changes coming to pay stubs, tax returns and cash registers in the new year.

Tisdale man arrested in Saskatoon armed robbery

A 24-year-old man is in custody after an armed robbery in Saskatoon on Friday night.

Countdown to price hikes: Higher fees, tougher laws among Sask. changes start in new year

When the clock strikes 12 at midnight on Dec. 31, a number of changes to legislation, services fees and utility rates will come into effect.

CBC Indigenous top newsmakers of 2016

Here are the top five stories of 2016, as chosen by editors at CBC Indigenous.

'We get to it as quick as we can': City says Saskatoon snow-clearing service running at full steam

by Alicia Bridges

The City of Saskatoon says it is working at full capacity to clean up after a winter storm dumped between 10 and 15 centimetres of snow on the city overnight.

Dog dead after break-in at Melfort, Sask., home

Several charges had been laid against a young man following a break-in in Melfort, Sask., that left a dog dead.

After dump of snow, cold weather on the way

Heavy snow blanketed parts of southern Saskatchewan Friday morning, leading to weather warnings and treacherous driving conditions in some areas.

3 Saskatoon residents named to Order of Canada

Harold Everett Chapman, and Irene and Leslie Dubé are among the 2017 members.

Pharmacists help with flu shots in Sask. — but at an added cost

by Kendall Latimer

This is the second year pharmacists in Saskatchewan have been able to administer flu vaccines, and it's helping ease the burden on public health officials.

Saskatoon councillor confident Uber riding into province next year

by Brian Rodgers

Wheels are in motion at the provincial government level to possibly change the regulations that currently treat ride-hailing like taxi services.