Monday · Jun 15, 2026
NHL launches investigation into Mike Babcock before Oilers decision
The league will formally investigate the circumstances of Babcock's 2023 resignation from Columbus, with implications for Edmonton's coaching search.
Woman's trial begins over abuse charges involving multiple children
Sherina Maria Handsor faces 18 charges including administering noxious substances and unlawful confinement of children across B.C. and Alberta.
Jordan Martinook wins Stanley Cup with Carolina Hurricanes
The Leduc-raised player had five points in 19 playoff games as the Hurricanes shut out Vegas 3-0 in Game 6 on Sunday, June 14.
Vekoma coaster coming to Galaxyland
vekoma coaster at galaxyland is coming — more track and supports arrived at WEM this week. construction's ramping up.
Edmonton teacher arrested on child porn charges after fleeing
Jimmy Buena, who taught at St. Oscar Romero Catholic High School, was detained at the airport in April after a warrant was issued last June.
Downtown parking lot rezoning approved
downtown edmonton parking lot rezoning got approved before the deadline. illegal parking lots have until the deadline to clear out.
Apartments and condos saddled with illegal dumping, city seeks fixes
Property managers report hiring private waste companies to handle dumping, with costs ultimately passed to residents.
Camrose students protest gender-based violence after threatening messages surface
Dozens of high school students marched Friday after threatening messages about female classmates circulated online — some dating back to fall 2025.
Dirty Water Director's Cut premieres at Metro Cinema June 23
A filmmaker is screening the restored Director's Cut of Dirty Water at Metro Cinema on June 23—a film about healing after trauma, with a red carpet, filmmaker Q&A, and...
Local indie game studio in Steam Next Fest this week
Caldera Interactive, an Edmonton game studio, is part of Steam Next Fest this week. The first few days are huge for visibility—if you try the demo, wishlist it, and share...
Downtown Edmonton parking lot rezoning approved ahead of deadline
City council votes to allow continued surface parking at six lots near 115 Street and Jasper Avenue while high-rise development proceeds.
Cops ticketing drivers blocking merges on Groat Road
Police are handing out tickets on Groat Road to drivers who speed up to prevent cars from merging in. If you're merging, match the road speed; if you're already on it, let...
Two dead, two injured in Leduc collision Sunday
A man and woman from Leduc, both 55, were killed in a two-vehicle crash near Highway 2A and 50 Street.
Fort McMurray Giants at Energy City Cactus Rats
Myshak Metro Ballpark
Five Japanese restaurants pop up at Station Park on Whyte
Rotating food vendors including ramen, mochi, and cheese tarts fill the gap left by Epic Market at the corner of 82 Avenue and Gateway Boulevard.
Four-year-old girl killed in north Edmonton collision
Child struck by Jeep in parking lot near 66 Street and 170 Avenue Sunday; driver remained at scene.
Wetaskiwin police seek dashcam footage from arts centre fire
Investigators looking for video from June 6 fire that destroyed the Wetaskiwin Memorial Arts Centre.
Teen canoeists retrace Treaty 6 route, discover themselves along the way
Thirty Lloydminster students paddled 350 kilometres down the North Saskatchewan River to mark 150 years since Treaty 6, and left changed.
University of Alberta Spring Convocation 2026
Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium
Four NDP MLAs announce they won't seek re-election
Edmonton and Calgary representatives including former cabinet ministers Lori Sigurdson and Marlin Schmidt are stepping back from provincial politics.
Edmonton's capital and university: how we got both
Turns out Edmonton winning both the provincial capital AND the University of Alberta wasn't supposed to happen. The deal was supposed to split — one city got the seat of power,...
Leduc Minor Hockey player wins LMHA scholarship
Maysa Ferguson, an 11-season veteran with the organization, received $1,000 for exemplary character and contributions to hockey and her community.
Oilers coaching search: what's next after Babcock saga
With Vegas now out of the playoffs, Edmonton may pursue Bruce Cassidy as coach while Mike Babcock's NHL investigation continues.
Void Comp's album release show at 99ten June 25
Edmonton indie electronic artist Void Comp is dropping an album at 99ten on June 25. Think Thom Yorke, Massive Attack, James Blake. Tickets are $15 advance, $20 at the door.
Bird Canada launching e-scooter safety sessions in Spruce Grove
The city has partnered with Bird Canada to bring shared electric scooters and bikes, with free training sessions throughout June and August.
Fire pit regulations on everyone's mind
Someone in Ritchie got a custom-made fire pit and is now stress-testing it against bylaws. City rules say walls have to be fully enclosed, and provincial regs require...
Kommune Snack Bar closes after rising downtown costs
The Scandinavian-inspired café on Jasper Ave. shut its doors Sunday after 14 months, citing construction and rising business expenses.
Remembering Kaos Barraclough, beloved Mill Creek regular
RIP Kaos Barraclough, who spent 11 years wading into Mill Creek and chasing squirrels with an iconic seal bark. Gone unexpectedly but never forgotten. His ashes are scattered...
Retired EPS detective sentenced for leaking case details
Bill Clark, 45-year veteran, received conditional discharge after admitting he shared confidential database information with Global News.
Coal referendum signatures delivered—but deadline looms
Corb Lund dropped 200,000+ signatures to stop open-pit coal mining in the Rockies. Massive win. But here's the catch: if Elections Alberta doesn't count them by July 1, the...
GamesCon 2026 is happening this weekend
A Redditor's asking if Games Con is worth checking out this year. They're thinking about going on the weekend and want honest takes from folks who went last year. Thread's...
Council to tackle budget adjustments, transit garage expansion
Edmonton city council will consider new projects totalling $45 million and examine options to restore the southeast transit garage to its original 430-bus capacity.
Ritchie residents checking on two stray cats
A tabby and gray cat have been hanging around the Ritchie area, getting more comfortable but still keeping distance. Both look healthy. Someone's asking if they belong to...
Sherwood Park 411 bus riders show real kindness
Someone spilled their coffee all over the Sherwood Park 411 heading downtown this morning and literally everyone helped. Strangers grabbing towels, making jokes to ease the...
Edmonton-area charity delivers aid across the Arctic
A container of food and supplies from St. Albert is heading to a remote Northwest Territories hamlet, part of a 15-year effort to support nine northern communities.
Who will coach the Oilers? Babcock, Tortorella, or someone new
Edmonton is actively pursuing Mike Babcock as head coach, but John Tortorella from Vegas is also in the mix.
Alberta's disability cuts spark fears for 80,000 residents
Nearly 80,000 Albertans will lose income under a new program launching July 1, prompting warnings from disability advocates and the NDP.