Thursday · Aug 20, 2026
Pedestrian hit by car at Elbow Drive and Riverdale Avenue SW
Accident involving a pedestrian at Elbow Dr and Riverdale Ave SW — northbound lane is backed up with at least one lane closed. There's also a stalled vehicle south of the...
Stoney Trail backed up past Cranston after vehicle flipped on its side
Westbound Stoney Trail just before the bridge is a mess right now — vehicle flipped on its side, EMS on scene, one lane open. Traffic's backing up bad; if you're heading that...
Paulos Berhe convicted of second-degree murder in 2023 death of Donald Lyons
At sentencing Thursday, the victim's 13-year-old child and other family members delivered impact statements as the court heard arguments for a parole ineligibility period...
Illegal dumping escalates in northeast Calgary, with debris appearing almost daily
Residents in Saddle Ridge say sofas, mattresses and household waste now show up regularly, leaving them feeling powerless as city acknowledges the growing problem across the northeast.
Gas stations selling under $1.52 a litre are taking losses, making money elsewhere
Cheapest Calgary pumps are selling fuel below their cost to replace it, relying on convenience store sales and premium-fuel margins to stay afloat, says energy analyst.
What's Calgary's most underrated place to eat right now?
Someone's asking Reddit what the underrated food spots are in Calgary — Pathways Burger and Momos, Saigon Deli, and Tamarind still getting love from two years ago, but sounds...
Cloud seeders scrambled 68 times over southern Alberta this summer, dodging worst hail
Aircraft seeding storms with silver iodide across southern Alberta have had an unusually busy year, though Calgary has largely escaped the golf-ball-sized hail pummelling...
Nenshi weighs in on Calgary-Shaw race
Nenshi says the UCP's Calgary-Shaw nominee isn't Smith's planned candidate. Worth watching this byelection unfold.
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Anthropic plans gigawatts of compute in Alberta, eyeing data centres near Calgary
The AI giant behind Claude is laying groundwork for Canadian expansion with job postings hinting at major infrastructure investment in Alberta.
Heartland fans from around the globe spent a day on the legendary ranch for the show's 20th season
A French family and hundreds of others became extras during the fan-appreciation event, meeting cast members including Shaun Johnston.
Calgary police seek 35-year-old on fraud and money-laundering warrants
Calgary police need help finding 35-year-old Mitchel Landry on fraud and money-laundering warrants. He allegedly ripped off at least two people on deals that started over Facebook.
Calgary mayor condemns threats against Dashmesh Culture Centre as 'utterly disgusted'
The Sikh centre received threatening calls over the weekend, with a caller escalating the situation to demolition threats.
Off-leash dog encounter with Banff grizzly costs American $1,500 fine
A U.S. woman got hit with a $1,500 fine after her off-leash dog tangled with a well-known grizzly in Banff last month. Brook Koski, 63, from Washington, pleaded guilty to the...
Hundreds jeer Alberta minister at first data-centre town hall over water, power, and environmental impact
Nate Glubish faced tough questions in Lacombe about proposed AI facilities. Residents worry safeguards won't prevent local harm.
Last chance to ride Village Square's iconic slide before upgrades
One last ride on the classic Village Square Leisure Centre slide before it's gone. Retro swim sessions Aug. 30 with 1994 pricing ($4), a DJ, and nostalgic vibes. 10 a.m.–1:30...
Calgary may need temporary water restrictions next month for planned pump-station electrical work
The city is shutting down the Bearspaw Water Treatment Plant in September for upgrades—not a system failure.
Dashmesh Culture Centre receives demolition threats in threatening calls
Calgary Sikh centre received threatening calls over the weekend. A caller initially discussed work with heavy equipment, then escalated to threats about demolishing the...
Mission's Rajdoot returns after loyal customers stepped in to save the Calgary legend
Three oil-and-gas professionals bought the Indian restaurant in 2024 to keep its 1988 recipes and community role alive.
Alberta health cards now expire, leaving registries overwhelmed and some Calgarians unable to renew
The July policy change means long waits at registry offices. Some residents with mobility issues are giving up.
Weekly grocery deals roundup — August 20 to 26
Person posting their weekly pick of decent grocery deals across Calgary stores (No Frills, Superstore, Safeway, Sobeys, FreshCo) — heavy on items they actually use, but good...
Paddle boarding spots with sandy beaches near Calgary?
Someone asking for recommendations: just bought a paddle board, wants to use it before it gets cold, needs sand for small kids (under 4) to play in, clean water, bathrooms....
Young kids on e-scooters, no helmets—are Calgary police ticketing them?
Local asking if CPS actually enforces e-scooter rules for underage riders. Reports seeing kids zooming around Beltline without helmets, dodging traffic, staying off bike lanes...
Calgary school bus fees jump 40%, driving 1,000 fewer students to register for rides
Higher transportation costs are pushing families toward driving or biking, raising pedestrian safety concerns as the city already records record vehicle deaths.
Coffeeshops and breweries to lock in and work
Someone's looking for cafes and breweries where you can post up for 2-3 hours with your laptop, good ambient noise, and food/drinks. If you've got a spot that works as a third...
