Wednesday · Sep 9, 2026
Someone drove their car up the barriers on Centre Street bridge
A driver managed to get two wheels fully up onto the Centre Street bridge barriers today—barely scratched the car doing it. Peak Spider-Man energy.
John Ware excavation reveals legendary Black cowboy wore Levi's
Excavation at the John Ware site turned up a piece of history: the legendary Black cowboy wore Levi Strauss & Co. jeans. Heritage meets everyday wear.
Airdrie laces up for annual Terry Fox Run on September 20 to raise funds for cancer
More than a decade of organizing behind the event. Participants can walk or run a two-kilometre loop as many times as they wish starting at 10 a.m. at East Lake Park.
Man charged after threatening to shoot customer at Woodbine Safeway over tariffs
James Dean Garriock, 49, faced an armed man at the grocery store Sept. 3 who became agitated during political discussion. Police seized multiple firearms at nearby residence.
Gas prices in Calgary jumping to 172.9 cents per litre as some stations lag at 152.9
Pump prices are climbing across Calgary, with most stations now at 172.9 cents per litre, though a few spots still hold at around 152.9. Check before you fill.
Southeast landfill fire that started Sunday is now under close watch by city crews
A private landfill in southeast Calgary caught fire Sunday, Sept. 6, and was brought under control Monday evening. Calgary Fire crews returned Tuesday morning after more calls...
Lyle Lovett
Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium
Opal In Sky
Pawn Shop Live (formally known as Union Hall)
About 40 Albertans protest data centre conference in Calgary over energy and environmental concerns
The Western Canada Data Centre Alliance held a closed conference at the Hyatt Regency while protesters outside raised alarm about power demands, water use, and noise.
Retiring Calgary Transit bus driver Bill took one final run after 39.5 years on the route
A Calgary Transit bus operator who spent 39.5 years driving the route retired this week with a private charter farewell. Bill drove Bus #1046 with his family aboard on the...
Former Tsuut'ina minor chief pleads guilty to assault at Grey Eagle Casino
Emmet Crowchild, 55, accepted conditional discharge and nine-month probation for a February incident where he attempted an unwanted kiss after hugging a woman.
Calgary Transit opens naming rights sponsorship for downtown Free Fare Zone
The city is seeking corporate sponsors for the 7 Avenue transit corridor to generate non-fare revenue while keeping the 45-year-old free service intact.
Green Line downtown route endorsed by executive committee to run at street level
City committee selected the only surface-level alignment along 10 and 2 streets that fits the current $6.248-billion project budget after years of debate.
New to Calgary and overwhelmed by how friendly it is
Someone just moved here from Quebec City and can't get over how relaxed everyone is. The shift from Quebec to Alberta already feels massive—better quality of life, people...
Four international restaurant chains land in Calgary this fall
Wingstop, Shake Shack, Jimmy John's and Jersey Mike's bring global menus to Calgary across Macleod Trail, Chinook Centre and beyond.
Neo Financial lays off 102 staff as Calgary fintech simplifies operations
The Calgary-based challenger bank cuts 10% of its workforce after raising nearly $70M in February, citing complexity from rapid growth.
Someone found an engagement ring this weekend and wants to reunite it with its owner
A Redditor found an engagement or wedding ring this weekend and is looking for the owner. If you lost one, describe it and where — if it matches, they'll give it back. Head to...
21st Century Homes raising house price from $850K to $890K after buyer's offer
A buyer put in an offer on a 21st Century Homes house listed at $850K, willing to go up to $830K. Builder rejected it as too low, then raised the asking price to $890K — no...
Over $20,000 raised for family of woman who died hiking Tent Ridge in Kananaskis
Mariel Cendana Surat, reported missing during hailstorm on August 23, was found deceased the following day. Her son hopes to bring her body home to Philippines.
A close call at Southland station as teen on bike narrowly avoided collision
A teenager on a bike shot through stopped traffic near Southland station yesterday, weaving behind the crosswalk into oncoming traffic. A car slammed on its brakes and missed...
Local historian and CBC contributor Harry Sanders dead at 59
Sanders, a Calgary Heritage Authority Laureate and regular voice on CBC Radio, brought the city's architectural past to life through storytelling and research.
