Monday · Aug 10, 2026
Smoky air, no internet, active reports — rough Monday in Calgary
Monday hit hard with wildfire smoke choking the air, Rogers internet down after a fibre cut in the southeast, reports of active incidents, and vandals targeting telecom...
Rogers fibre line cut in southeast Calgary leaves customers without internet
Police investigating vandalism that damaged cable in alley off Erlton Street SW early Monday morning; service expected restored by 10 p.m.
Dog attack at Bankview park sparks leash rules concerns
A leashed dog at Bankview dog park narrowly avoided an aggressive off-leash dog that charged and mauled smaller dogs while the owner struggled to regain control. Multiple...
Calgary city council to review Green Line downtown options in September
The Green Line's downtown functional planning study comes to city council's Executive Committee on Sept. 8, presenting alternative alignments for the $6.5 billion transit project.
Avalanche Canada warns of service cuts if Alberta doesn't renew $250,000 annual funding
Provincial funding agreement ended in March with no renewal in sight. Cuts could affect forecasting, education, and research used by backcountry users and avalanche professionals.
Calgary police officer shot during traffic stop near Edworthy Park; suspect found dead
One officer in stable condition after shooting Monday morning in Spruce Cliff. Suspect fled into park, carjacked vehicle, found deceased in Bow River.
Calgary officer charged with second-degree murder appears in court for preliminary hearing
Const. Craig Stothard faces charges in connection with a May 2023 shooting during a slow-speed pursuit that left two men dead. The 10-day hearing began Monday under a publication ban.
Chiodos: ItâS Not You, ItâS Me Tour
Pawn Shop Live (formally known as Union Hall)
Reddit post about multiple emergencies Monday
Smoky air, an active shooter near Edworthy Park, and vandals cutting internet cables — it's been an intense day in Calgary. People are asking how to get through the evening...
Loonie Bin amateur comedy returns to Okotoks' Hub Town Brewing Saturday night
Ten stand-up comedians compete for tips and crowd favour at the monthly open-mic event. Doors open 6 p.m., first come first served seating for up to 80 people.
Alberta to review emergency alert criteria after 11-year-old Parker Wells' death
Province will examine Amber Alert rules and protocols following case where autistic child wasn't alerted for 48 hours. Disability advocates and law enforcement to help shape changes.
Marriott Beltline evacuation after fire event on 10th Avenue
Hundreds of guests from the Residence Inn Marriott were evacuated to the street at 10th Avenue and 5th Street SW this afternoon due to a fire event. Guests have been trickling...
Traffic lights down at Barlow and Centre — find another route
A garbage truck smashed the traffic lights at Barlow Trail heading north at Centre Avenue in the NE, leaving it flashing red in all directions right now. Definitely take an...
Severe thunderstorms with golf-ball-sized hail set to strike Calgary today
Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued a high-risk thunderstorm alert for Calgary and surrounding areas, with wind gusts up to 130 km/h and rainfall up to 50...
City Golf Course branding is landing hard with locals
The new City Golf Course logos have people fired up — each course has its own design (Shaganappi's skyline, Maple Ridge forest, Confederation Park bridge, Lakeview sailboat)....
Calgary police officer's murder trial hearing begins with publication ban
Evidence commenced Monday in the committal hearing for Const. Craig Stothard, charged in the May 2023 fatal shooting of two suspects on Memorial Drive.
Calgary drivers keeping up an infuriating trend of rage at honest horn honks
Anyone else noticing drivers making clearly bad moves, getting honked at, then honking back or flipping off the person who nearly got hit? Happened again on 14th Street tonight...
Dragon boat competition was a hit with mayor, councillors competing too
First time doing dragon boat and it was awesome. Community teams got less training but the vibe was so good — plus the mayor and other councillors were actually out there...
Lightning storms rolling through south Calgary
Lotta lightning in the south part of the city right now. People posting videos of the storm hitting Midnapore and surrounding areas.
Pelicans showing up at Bridlewood Wetlands Park
someone spotted american pelicans, coots, cormorants, mallard ducklings, and a juvenile red-necked grebe at bridlewood wetlands park. pelicans are sticking around calgary this summer.
