Tuesday · Jun 30, 2026
Suspect sought in random Tim Hortons bathroom assault
Calgary police ask for help identifying a man in his 30s after an apparently unprovoked attack near Sunridge Mall on June 23.
Calgary Transit keeping limited express service on select routes
Some modified express buses will run one trip in each direction as the city phases out resource-intensive routes starting this fall.
Major transit changes rolling out across Calgary this fall
Calgary Transit service reviews are wrapping up, and a bunch of route changes are coming this fall. Expect some reshuffling if you ride the bus regularly.
Calgary's next civic census set for 2028
Council voted to delay the count by a year after struggling to find a contractor, now planning to use in-house staff instead.
Messages of support left outside SCS as it closes
Community members left messages of hope and care outside the Supervised Consumption Site on its final day, showing solidarity with clients impacted by the closure.
Calgary can't campaign against separation—but councillors can
City legal advice finds municipal resources can't fund a referendum stance, though individual councillors may advocate their own positions.
Loud thunder rolling through Midnapore
Some seriously intense thunder cracking over Midnapore this week—the kind that shakes your whole house. Multiple strikes in a row, power behind every one.
This Never Happen: Industry Stampede Kick Off (Free RSVP)
Commonwealth Bar
Severe thunderstorm warning issued for Calgary area
Environment Canada warns of heavy rain, strong winds, and up to quarter-size hail as storm moves across south Calgary.
Jet flew low over the Beltline around 5:35pm
A passenger jet passed over the Beltline heading southwest earlier this week—way lower than usual and in a direction most people don't see them flying. Something to keep an eye...
Three paddleboarders rescued from swollen Bow River
Fire crews pulled an adult and two youths from the water downstream of Edworthy Park as the river flows at double the advisory threshold.
World Cup watch party spots filling up fast for Canada v. Morocco
Looking for an outdoor spot to watch Canada v. Morocco on Saturday? Bars are getting booked and Mexi Fest is happening in Eau Claire Plaza, so options are tightening. Plan ahead.
Alberta expands disabled parking to include those with vision loss
New eligibility criteria allow Albertans with severe vision loss to access accessible parking spaces with medical sign-off.
Calgary, Lethbridge supervised consumption sites close
Province shifts funding from overdose prevention to treatment and withdrawal management beds.
Calgary Transit driver retiring after 38 years of kindness
Rick, a #5 bus driver at Calgary Transit, is retiring in August after 38 years. Passengers remember him giving a lollipop to a kid on her first bus ride. That's the kind of...
Bail granted for man accused of abducting his young son
Muhammad Zia-Ur Rahman released on strict conditions after six months in custody in Canada and overseas.
Calgary driver rant: four-way stops are apparently optional
Local driver fed up: on a typical route across the city there are 3–4 four-way stops where people just don't wait their turn or stop at all. Speeding through won't get you...
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The Palace Theatre
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The Palace Theatre - Calgary
Lee Harris
Bella Concert Hall
Man guilty of manslaughter in homeless man's shooting
Robert Matthews shot Jordan Jacques-Vetten over a refused backpack containing his life's belongings.
Uber Eats now hiring bike and motorcycle couriers in Calgary
Uber Eats is taking applications for bike and motorcycle couriers in Calgary. Your next order might arrive by Harley or Hayabusa.
Parisian-style café opens downtown with fresh pastries
Bun & Brie debuts at 811 1st St. SW, serving coffee, croissants, and crepes above speakeasy L'Après.
Sexual assault charge tossed over six-week court delay
Calgary judge rules lack of courtroom resources violated accused's Charter rights, forcing judicial stay.
Prime Minister Carney to spend Canada Day in Alberta amid pipeline deadline
Carney will be in the province July 1, the same day Alberta submits its pipeline proposal for federal fast-track consideration.
How Alberta schools respond to increasingly frequent threats
School safety protocols vary across districts, but all prioritize immediate lockdown and parent notification when threats emerge.
Reminder: give cyclists a full meter of space when passing
Calgary bylaw requires drivers to leave at least 1 metre distance when passing cyclists under 60 km/h (1.5 metres for faster speeds). Keep people safe—respect the law.
Subway Canada launches the SubDog, and it's actually tasty
A jumbo all-beef hot dog on fresh-baked bread with all the Subway toppings you want—limited time at participating locations.
Police investigating undetermined death in downtown Calgary
Calgary police homicide unit called to 9 Street and 5 Avenue SW on Tuesday morning found one deceased person.
Property tax bills due today—most of the increase is provincial
Property tax bills are due today. Over half your bill now goes to the provincial government, not the city. The 57% property tax hike over four years? That's provincial.
Stephen Avenue revitalization opens just ahead of Stampede crowds
Downtown's major infrastructure project wrapped up Tuesday, bringing back patios and public spaces with upgraded utilities for summer events.
Calgary chefs DeSousa and Jackson compete on Food Network's new Pitmasters
Connie DeSousa and John Jackson, the team behind Charcut and Charcar, are the only Canadian pair on the six-episode BBQ competition.
Hundreds of Alberta students at risk of losing free school access
Nearly 46,000 temporary residents attend Alberta schools. Thousands face enrollment risks if immigration papers aren't renewed before a Sept. 30 funding deadline.
Smokey sunset painting the sky tonight
If you're out tonight, look up — the sunset's got that smokey glow happening. Photo ops everywhere.
Strawberry moon rises over Calgary tonight
Tonight's the Strawberry Moon — full moon associated with harvest and sweetness. Clouds are reflecting the energy beautifully. If you're into it spiritually, it's a time to...
Calgary supervised consumption site closes Tuesday
The Chumir Health Centre's overdose prevention service shuts down after nine years as the province shifts focus to recovery-oriented care.
