Thursday · Jul 9, 2026
Man charged after random assault in Tim Hortons bathroom
Andrew John Delaney turned himself in Wednesday after an apparent unprovoked attack on June 23 that left a victim with head injuries.
Cavalry FC faces must-win Monday after 4–1 loss to Whitecaps in Vancouver
Cavalry trails the Vancouver Whitecaps by three goals heading into the second leg of the Canadian Championship quarterfinal at ATCO Field on Monday.
Lost cat found near Winter Club in NW Calgary
found cat has been hanging around NW Calgary near the Winter Club on 14th Street since July 3. if it's yours, check in with the person who found it.
Bob Brawn, Calgary entrepreneur and philanthropist, dies at 89
The co-founder of Turbo Resources, who helped bring the 1988 Winter Olympics to Calgary, shaped civic institutions through decades of philanthropy.
Commonwealth Carnival Pres. Canabliss
Commonwealth Bar
Alanis Morissette at Calgary Stampede
Alanis Morissette is playing the penultimate night of Stampede. if you've been waiting for a Jagged Little Pill moment, this is it.
Cyclist critically injured in collision on Macleod Trail near 71 Avenue
A cyclist sustained life-threatening injuries after colliding with a vehicle Thursday afternoon; southbound Macleod Trail was closed between 69 and 73 Avenue.
Calgary storm cell draws social media attention
a storm cell rolled through Calgary last night and people were out documenting it from safe spots. whole city's been posting the footage.
Stampede noise complaints jump 186 as Cowboys tent dominates two-thirds of reports
As of July 9, the city received 186 noise complaints tied to Stampede events, with the Cowboys Music Festival accounting for 124 of them.
Stampede noise complaints surge to 186 with Cowboys Music Festival driving majority
As of Thursday morning, the City of Calgary has received 186 noise complaints related to Stampede events, with 124 traced to the Cowboys Music Festival at Cowboys Park.
Calgary Stampede Rodeo
GMC Stadium
Calgary man charged in Cochrane online child-luring investigation
A 29-year-old Calgary resident has been arrested after Cochrane RCMP discovered he was sharing intimate photos with a child through social media.
Elections Alberta warns of spoof website mimicking official electoral portal
A fake website at electionsab.ca is impersonating Elections Alberta with fictitious voter information, following a prior breach of the List of Electors.
The Dead South
Wildhorse Saloon
Cyclist in critical condition after collision on Macleod Trail near 71 Avenue
A cyclist sustained life-threatening injuries Thursday after colliding with a vehicle on Macleod Trail. The driver remained at the scene.
Calgary Surge v Vancouver Bandits
Scotiabank Saddledome
East Village residents lose parking access for four months with less than three weeks' notice
More than 100 residents of Verve condos are being forced to vacate their underground parking by July 13 to make way for adjacent construction, prompting safety and legal concerns.
Cowboys Music Festival - Thursday - Macklemore & The Chainsmokers
Cowboys Park
Badlands Music Festival (Thursday Pass)
Badland's Tent
Milk & Cookies Shack at Calgary Stampede marks over 20 years serving simple classics
Alberta Milk's iconic stand on the Stampede grounds sells milk and cookies for $3, with proceeds supporting the Calgary Inter-Faith Foodbank.
Barrel racing record falls twice in one day as Kassie Mowry reclaims it
Mowry set a new Calgary Stampede course record of 16.68 seconds Thursday after watching her own mark broken earlier in the day.
2026 Cowboys Music Festival (Thursday Pass) with Macklemore
Cowboys Dance Hall
Nashville North
Calgary Stampede - Stampede Park
The Roundup MusicFest
Prince's Island Park
Tsuut'ina Nation acquiring 971 hectares north of reserve for master-planned community
The Nation is partnering with Qualico Communities to expand its land base and pursue 'long-term economic opportunities' near Bragg Creek.
Jason Glass posts fastest time for second straight night at Stampede chuckwagon races
The High River driver recorded 1:11.14 on Wednesday to remain fourth overall at the halfway mark of the Rangeland Derby.
Mayor Farkas suggests extending CTrain free-fare zone to Stampede grounds
Calgary's mayor says expanding the existing free-fare zone to include the Stampede grounds would help the 1.5 million visitors expected during the 10-day event.
Calgary Housing opens 16 affordable homes in Mount Pleasant as part of decade-long push
The development opened Wednesday with federal, provincial and city officials on hand. Calgary Housing aims to deliver 4,500 affordable units over the next 10 years.
Midas lot on Macleod is for sale
a Midas/MrLube lot on Macleod is for sale. locals are betting it'll be In-N-Out Burger next — fits the American franchise wave happening on that strip.
Calgary Stampede Rodeo
GMC Stadium
Cavalry FC trails Whitecaps 4-1 heading into Monday's Canadian Championship quarterfinal
Cavalry conceded an own goal early but pulled level before halftime. The second leg takes place Monday, July 13 at Spruce Meadows' ATCO Field.
Wedding band lost in Cowboys tent at Stampede
someone lost their wedding band at the Cowboys tent (Craft section) during Stampede. fell through the floorboards probably. if you found it, the couple's looking — management...
Angel's Café relocates to Carstairs after water pipe construction displaces 28-year business
The beloved Bow River coffee shop was moved and placed in storage while the city replaces the Bearspaw South Feeder Main near Edworthy Park.
Cannoli Cowboy is serving handcrafted desserts at Calgary Stampede venues
CJ Roberts, a viral TikTok sensation from Nashville with 81,000 followers, has been spotted at Whiskey Rose, Spanky's Saloon and Stampede grounds.
BILD Calgary Region appoints Amie Blanchette as new CEO
Blanchette, a longtime planning and government relations professional, takes the helm as the residential construction industry grapples with housing affordability and supply.
Edmonton woman fatally shot by Calgary police had been struggling with mental health
Melanie Hambrook, 53, was shot June 21 on Deerfoot Trail after police say she advanced toward officers. Her family says she was not violent or suicidal.
Elections Alberta clarifies what counts as referendum advertising ahead of separation vote
The province's Chief Electoral Officer issued new guidance this week on what qualifies as promotional messaging for Alberta's 10 fall referendum questions.
Marda Loop resident hearing Cowboys tent bass from bed
A retired Stampede baddie posted that the bass from Cowboys tent is rattling windows all the way down in Marda Loop — if you're in that neighborhood and planning to sleep...
Hays Breakfast returns as Legacy event with city's top leaders gathering Sunday
The prestigious Stampede breakfast, absent for seven years, came back Sunday at Heritage Park with Mayor Farkas, Premier Smith, and dozens of civic and business leaders.
Yungblud pulling out of Cowboys Music Fest this Sunday
Bad news if you had tickets to see Yungblud at Cowboys tent on Sunday — the artist has cancelled his set at the music festival.
Probation officer charged after improperly accessing confidential correctional databases
Calgary police say Navjot Dhillon, 25, accessed Alberta Correctional Services records without authorization; she faces breach of trust and unauthorized computer use charges.
Stampede crowds and lightning don't mix
Massive thunderheads rolled over the grounds Wednesday night with hail and wild skies — if you're heading out there this week, watch the forecast and take cover if storms roll in.
Foothills rodeo competitors battle through Pool B at Calgary Stampede
Okotoks bull rider Jordan Hansen, steer wrestler Harley Cole, and Longview roper Bradi Whiteside competed July 6-8, with the top finishers heading to Sunday's championship.
UCalgary podiatrist advises against underestimating Calgary Stampede footwear choices
The city's iconic cowboy boots can work for a long day on the grounds, but a University of Calgary doctor says proper support and fit matter more than style.
