Tuesday · Jun 23, 2026
Alberta pauses ambulance contract overhaul for 7 communities
New budget benchmarks for integrated fire/EMS services delayed until 2028-29, giving municipalities more time to plan.
New mosquito species moving into Edmonton backyards
A new mosquito is making its way to Edmonton-area backyards. The city's bug expert has tips for making your home and deck less appealing to the biters.
Three charged after $10M luxury car dealership fire
Calgary arson investigators identify suspects following March blaze that destroyed 25 vehicles at dealership.
Tawatina Bridge hits different on 35mm film
Someone captured the Tawatina Bridge in 35mm film and it's stunning. Walterdale gets all the attention, but this one deserves love too.
Edmonton daycares need less parking under new rules
City council votes to cut on-site parking requirements, hoping to make drop-offs walkable and bikeable.
Sunny day, don't forget the bug spray
Blue skies are finally back over Edmonton, but the mosquitoes are out in force. Grab the repellent before you head outside.
Sunny skies return, but river flooding persists
North Saskatchewan River remains swollen after weekend deluge; erosion visible along banks and trails.
Forever Canadian lawn signs coming to Ramsay Park on June 30
Grabbing a Canada Day lawn sign? They're coming to Ramsay Park at the corner of 43 Avenue and Riverbend Road from 7 to 9pm on June 30. Reserve yours online at forever-canadian.ca.
Free Green Shack Shows for kids all summer starting July 6
Edmonton Arts Council is hosting free shows at Green Shacks across the city — magic, dance, theatre, and concerts. First week kicks off July 6 with performances in Meadowlark,...
Bonnie Raitt with Jon Cleary
Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium
Rossdale redevelopment decision delayed until after Canada Day
Council postponed the vote Tuesday to allow more consultation with Indigenous groups about the sacred burial grounds on the site.
Ron Di Lauro Sextet "Kind of Blue"
Yardbird Suite
Stelmach Community Health Centre opens in southeast Edmonton
The first building in Covenant Health's wellness community campus launched Tuesday with primary care, diagnostic imaging, and relocated cardiac rehabilitation services.
Blue skies are back over Edmonton after brutal weather
Finally some decent flying weather after weeks of rain and storms. The city's clearing up — safe to say most of us are ready for it.
Real Canadian Superstore coming to Riverview this year
Loblaw is building a new grocery location in the growing southwest community after the city issued a permit on June 10.
PlayWright restaurant closes at Citadel Theatre
After nearly two years, the fine-dining spot is shuttering due to operational difficulties. Sister café Ghostlight will remain open.
Dragon boat club's seven boats lost to surging river
The Edmonton Dragon Boat Racing Club is searching downstream after the North Saskatchewan River swept away its dock during Monday night's heavy rain.
School custodian charged with child exploitation
47-year-old Louis St. Laurent employee arrested after tip from U.S. center; court appearance set for July 6.
This morning was really humid
It was genuinely sticky this morning—humidity was next level. If you felt like you couldn't breathe properly outside, you weren't alone.
Queer seniors' housing project secures $8.69M in provincial funding
Edmonton Pride Seniors Group moves forward with 64-unit mixed-income development in The Quarters.
Water pooling near YEG airport
There's a wild amount of water pooled near the airport after yesterday's rain—aerial photos show just how much standing water we're dealing with across the region right now.
Edmonton tops relocation list for GTA homebuyers
New Royal LePage survey shows 16% of Greater Toronto Area respondents would move to Edmonton for affordability.
Paddling club loses boat fleet to high river
A small paddling club in Riverdale lost its entire boat fleet and dock to the North Saskatchewan River in the last 24 hours after the heavy rain. The dock survived higher water...
Oilers hire Mike Babcock as head coach
Longtime NHL coach takes Edmonton bench after nearly four years away; DJ Smith joins as associate coach.
Hot dog stand by the legislature
there's a glizzy stand set up outside the legislature building right now if you need a quick bite between meetings or walking around downtown.
Leduc Arts Foundry hosts Indigenous Artists Exhibition
Seven Indigenous artists on display through July 30; opening reception Thursday, June 25.
Water alert lifted as rainfall pressure eases
Residents can resume normal routines; stormwater system stabilized after three days of heavy rain.
June's been the wettest on record (kind of)
Edmonton's tracking one of the five wettest Junes in recorded history right now. all that rain we've been getting is actually historic — check the weather data if you're...
City rocks disappearing in the middle of the night
someone spotted two people loading landscaping rocks into their car at 3 am near 142 St & 153 Ave — the city had left them there for a future trail project. they had shovels...
