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• First-degree murder charge laid in death of Calgary man

  14-05-2024 19:49 via calgary.ctvnews.ca
  
  A Calgary man has been charged with first-degree murder after human remains were discovered west of the city in April. Police launched an investigation after the remains were found during a grass fire in Rocky View County, near the Tsuut’ina First Nation, on April 3. RCMP identified the victim as 33-year-old Kyle Schuiling, of Calgary, in April.The information you need to know, sent directly to you: Download the CTV News AppOn May 3, RCMP said Christopher Stack, 39, of Calgary, was charged
  
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• Firefighters receive special training to combat wildfires near urban communities

  29-05-2024 02:19 via globalnews.ca
  
  With wildfires becoming more common and closer to communities near forests and grasslands, the International Association of Fire Fighters said it's time to think outside the box.
  
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• ‘Pride is exceptionally important this year,’ Alberta LGBTQ community says

  29-05-2024 01:57 via globalnews.ca
  
  Members of Alberta's LGBTQ community believe this year's Pride celebrations will lean into the event's history -- emphasizing its roots in protest.
  
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• Lethbridge dives into mosquito mitigation program

  29-05-2024 01:42 via globalnews.ca
  
  Despite a soggy spring setting the stage for a potential mosquito boom, the City of Lethbridge is aiming to combat a potential mosquito uprising before it takes flight.
  
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• Lethbridge to see an 'average' mosquito season, mitigation work underway

  29-05-2024 00:33 via calgary.ctvnews.ca
  
  Recent wet, cool temperatures have Lethbridge crews out monitoring mosquitoes ahead of the summer. "Following a drought year from last season and a pretty low mosquito level population going into 2024, a nice wet spring is setting things up for bringing things up to average," said Todd Carter, a mosquito technician with the city. Carter, who is the sole technician for the city, spends his spring and summer days checking shallow, stagnant water for larvae and taking the appropriate action where h
  
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• Dandelions explode across Calgary

  29-05-2024 00:31 via calgary.ctvnews.ca
  
  Dandelions are sprouting up across the city in bunches. Some despise them. Others enjoy their bright yellow colour. And others still don't want to mess with pollinators such as bees. "Dandelions are survivors, and a lot of it was the very dry fall, and the seeds had a chance to re-establish themselves," said Kath Smyth, horticulturist with the Calgary Horticultural Society. "The other thing is that it was really, really cold. That gets them just clicking on the right area." Smyth says dandelions
  
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• Ski jumper Abigail Strate getting a buzz out of working with bees

  29-05-2024 00:17 via calgary.ctvnews.ca
  
  Abigail Strate is a member of the Canadian national ski jumping team. In her sport, the Olympic bronze medallist flies through the air with the greatest of ease. On Tuesday, the 23-year-old put aside her ski jumping suit for a bee suit. Strate is a certified beekeeper. "We have a bit of property out in Springbank and we had chickens for a few years and I've always been interested in bees," she said. "I think they're really cool and found it fascinating. Went and did a course and started up some
  
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• Overhaul needed?: Canadians calling for change as airline study takes off 

  28-05-2024 23:43 via calgary.ctvnews.ca
  
  Many Canadians say they’re hoping for “sweeping changes” following news Canada’s Competition Bureau will be investigating the country’s airline industry. The investigation comes as airline complaints regarding customer service, lost luggage and cancelled and delayed flights see a dramatic rise. Right now, Air Canada and WestJet control about 90 per cent of all flights.The information you need to know, sent directly to you: Download the CTV News AppAnthony Durocher w
  
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• Calgary Wildlife rehabilitation centre needs funds to help orphaned animals

  28-05-2024 23:20 via calgary.ctvnews.ca
  
  A Calgary wildlife treatment and rehabilitation centre is holding its annual fundraiser to help support orphaned baby animals. Calgary Wildlife executive director Beki Hunt says the organization sees up to seven times more animals brought to them in the spring and summer than during the winter months. "This time of year it would be baby birds, we see some hares, we see skunks," she said. "Lots of bird patients – raptors, things like that, and later in the year we might see fawns." Hunt say
  
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• Teenager in critical condition after being hit by train in N.W. Calgary

  28-05-2024 22:11 via calgary.ctvnews.ca
  
  A teenager is in critical condition after they were hit by a train in northwest Calgary on Tuesday afternoon. The collision occurred in Bowmont Park near the community of Bowness along the Bow River, around 1 p.m., according to the Calgary Fire Department. The teenager was taken to hospital.The information you need to know, sent directly to you: Download the CTV News AppThis is a breaking news update. More details to come…
  
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• Teen dies after being hit by train in N.W. Calgary

  28-05-2024 22:11 via calgary.ctvnews.ca
  
  A teenager has died after being hit by a train in northwest Calgary on Tuesday afternoon. Calgary police confirmed the teen died, after they were initially taken to hospital in life-threatening condition. Police were called to a set of train tracks east of the 85th Street bridge in Bowness around 1:20 p.m. for reports that a teenager was hit by a CPKC train.The information you need to know, sent directly to you: Download the CTV News AppThe collision occurred in Bowmont Park near the Bow River,
  
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• 'Unruly passenger' forces WestJet flight to make emergency landing in B.C.

  28-05-2024 22:05 via bc.ctvnews.ca
  
  A WestJet flight heading to Calgary had to make an emergency landing in northern B.C. Monday due to an incident involving an "unruly passenger," Mounties say. According to the RCMP, officers were called at about noon about "a disruptive passenger" on board the flight. The plane turned back to Terrace and conducted its emergency landing. "Officers were advised that the passenger had been disruptive, failing to remain in his seat during take-off, showing signs of paranoia and attempting to open th
  
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• 'Finally moving forward': Calgary woman relieved as fraud trial gets underway after years of delays

  28-05-2024 21:35 via calgary.ctvnews.ca
  
  A Calgary woman who lost thousands of dollars to alleged fraud is glad a trial is finally moving forward after more than two years of delays. The trial of Craig Douglas McMorran got underway in Calgary on Monday. McMorran was charged in 2021 with two counts of fraud over $5,000, money laundering and theft over $5,000. Michelle Brosseau said she was promised a beautiful piece of land at the Sweetwater Resort on Lake Koocanusa for the lofty sum of $8,500.The information you need to know, sent dire
  
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• Calgary unanimously approves more funding to combat potholes

  28-05-2024 21:33 via calgary.ctvnews.ca
  
  The City of Calgary is more than doubling its budget this year to help tackle the city's pothole problem. After a "favourable snow and ice control season" for the city of Calgary, officials said there was about $8.9 million available in the winter maintenance reserve fund. Upon hearing about the available funding, Ward 14 Coun. Peter Demong suggested the money could be used right now. "Considering the condition of the roads and the season we've had in consideration to the freeze and thaw cycle,"
  
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• Calgary doctor sanctioned by College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta

  28-05-2024 21:20 via calgary.ctvnews.ca
  A Calgary doctor has been sanctioned by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA) after failing to comply with the organization's standard of practice. It was alleged that in 2022, Dr. Peter Idahosa, a general practitioner, did not notify the CPSA in advance of closing his practice, did not ensure storage and disposition of confidential patient information and did not properly dispose of medication, equipment and supplies. Idahosa admitted to the allegations and acknowledged that
  
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• Someone in the Calgary area just won $1,000 a day for life -- or $7 million

  28-05-2024 20:31 via calgary.ctvnews.ca
  
  A Daily Grand ticket bought in the Calgary area is going to bring a lot of joy to whomever purchased it. The ticketholder has won the top prize: either 1,000 a day for life, or a single payment of $7 million. The Western Canada Lottery Corporation (WCLC) says the winning numbers for the May 27 draw are 16, 27, 36, 45 and 47. The 'grand number' was two. It's the third million-dollar win in Alberta in the last few days. The WCLC says a Western Max ticket sold in Edmonton won $1 million on Friday,
  
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• Work has begun to convert this office building into a new hotel in downtown Calgary

  28-05-2024 20:18 via calgary.ctvnews.ca
  
  Work has begun to convert a vacant office building in downtown Calgary into a new hotel. The Canadian Centre, located at 833 Fourth Ave. S.W., is going to be transformed into a 226-suite Element Hotel by Westin, the PBA Group of Companies (PBA) announced Tuesday. The company says the aim of converting the former 12-storey office building is to address the demand for room capacity in downtown Calgary.The information you need to know, sent directly to you: Download the CTV News AppThe project will
  
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• Man charged with vandalism of Fernie Aquatic Centre that 'severely impacted' community: RCMP

  28-05-2024 19:37 via calgary.ctvnews.ca
  
  Charges have been laid in the vandalism of the Fernie Aquatic Centre in Fernie, B.C. The facility was badly damaged on Oct. 29, 2022, leaving the swimming pool unusable. Elk Valley RCMP say an investigation revealed that windows broken on the upper level of the building caused rocks and glass to fall into the pool, prompting the need for significant repairs and cleanup efforts. "The incident severely impacted the Fernie community, cancelling the swim meet and preventing residents from accessing
  
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• 'An experience for everyone': Travel Alberta launches accessible adventure campaign

  28-05-2024 19:24 via calgary.ctvnews.ca
  
  Travel Alberta has launched a new YouTube series focusing on accessible adventures available in the province. The campaign coincides with National AccessAbility Week and features Airdrie’s Ryan Straschnitzki. Six years ago, Straschnitzki was paralyzed from the chest down in the Humboldt Broncos bus crash and has since become an accessibility advocate.The information you need to know, sent directly to you: Download the CTV News AppStraschnitzki said he was approached by Travel Alberta
  
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• Police seize 4 firearms from Calgary condo

  28-05-2024 19:15 via calgary.ctvnews.ca
  
  Calgary police say charges are pending against at least one person after four firearms were seized from a northwest condo. Officials said Tuesday that police were recently called to respond to a firearms complaint, which led them to obtain a search warrant for a unit in a condo building. Four firearms were seized and police say the individual involved was not properly licenced and was bound by two firearms prohibitions.❌ Our officers were called to a firearms-related complaint at a condo
  
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• Fort McMurray wildfire now classified as under control

  28-05-2024 19:13 via globalnews.ca
  
  Alberta Wildfire said in an update on Tuesday morning that the Fort McMurray wildfire is now under control.
  
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• 2 dead after semi-trucks crash in B.C. Interior

  28-05-2024 19:11 via bc.ctvnews.ca
  
  Two people are dead after a semi-truck rolled over and collided with another semi on Highway 1 near Sorrento, B.C., late Monday night. The call came in around 11:45 p.m., according to a news release shared by Chase RCMP Tuesday. Mounties said a truck travelling east "failed to make a right turn, resulting in it flipping over on its side in the oncoming lane." The other semi-truck, which was travelling the opposite direction, was unable to stop in time and struck the rolled-over vehicle, police s
  
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• Crumbl Cookies invites Calgarians to grand opening of Deerfoot Meadows location

  28-05-2024 18:33 via calgary.ctvnews.ca
  
  Calgarians in search of a sweet treat are invited to visit Crumbl Cookies in Deerfoot Meadows, which opens its doors at 8 a.m. on Friday, May 31. Aiming to bring the community together to share in a love of cookies, the store is offering free semi-sweet chocolate chunk cookies all day, and they will be open until midnight. “We are young entrepreneurs that were drawn to Crumbl Cookies for their commitment to delivering not just a treat, but an experience," said location co-owner Shad Nelson
  
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• Calgary police release sketches of suspects wanted in violent home invasion

  28-05-2024 17:49 via calgary.ctvnews.ca
  
  Calgary police have released composite sketches of two people believed to be responsible for a violent home invasion earlier this month. The suspects forced their way into a home in the 1300 block of Glenmore Trail S.W., at 2:30 a.m. on Tuesday, May 7. It's alleged the pair physically assaulted the victim before leaving with some of his belongings. The victim was taken to hospital with minor injuries. The male suspect is described as 25 to 30 years old, 5'8" (173 centimetres) and 200 pounds (91
  
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• Canadian-made innovation in firefighting pays off against wildfires

  28-05-2024 17:08 via calgary.ctvnews.ca
  
  As Western Canada prepares for what's expected to be an intense season for wildfires, a company that's built firefighting equipment for more than 100 years says it has a new tool that will make a difference on the ground. Michael Cookson, a former wildland firefighter who now works with Waterax, a leading Canadian developer of wildfire fighting equipment, says technology is advancing even as wildfire risk grows.Sign up for breaking news alerts from CTV News, right at your fingertips The informat
  
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• Warm and windy Tuesday, with a chance of late-day thunderstorms

  28-05-2024 16:05 via calgary.ctvnews.ca
  
  Daytime highs in southern Alberta will be in the low to high 20s on Tuesday but that warmth will be short-lived. A ridge of high pressure tracking east will be replaced by a pacific trough moving through British Columbia Tuesday. The base of that trough is expected to advance ahead of the northern component of the system as it enters Alberta, creating a negative tilt (northwest to southeast axis) which can lead to severe weather due to heightened instability.Winds are expected to intensify as th
  
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• Calgary restaurant accuses AHS of 'mishandling' inspection

  28-05-2024 15:36 via calgary.ctvnews.ca
  
  A Calgary restaurant says a publicly posted closure order from Alberta Health Services (AHS) has caused "significant reputational damage" to its business and demands the agency to fix its mistake. Blowers & Grafton, which serves Halifax street food, said in a public letter that it received a closure notice at its Mission location following a routine inspection on May 22.Sign up for breaking news alerts from CTV News, right at your fingertips The information you need to know, sent directly to
  
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• Calgary transit safety issues linked to shelter crunch: report

  28-05-2024 15:00 via calgary.ctvnews.ca
  
  A new study by Vibrant Communities Calgary (VCC) links the complex relationship between social disorder on public transit and the lack of adequate shelter and treatment options for Calgary's homeless population. No Place to Go, co-authored by researchers from the University of Calgary and Dr. Nick Falvo, a leading homelessness expert, examines data on social disorder at train stations, deaths from substance use and interviews with shelter clients, transit workers, police and outreach staff.Sign
  
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• 'Unsafe conditions': Advocates call for end to care program amid violence

  28-05-2024 14:51 via calgary.ctvnews.ca
  
  Following a string of violence, senior advocates and the Alberta NDP are calling for an end to a program placing patients with complex mental health issues in long-term care facilities. The practice started during the COVID-19 pandemic, when the government placed adults with complex mental health issues into continuing care facilities, to alleviate strain on hospitals — but advocates say it’s still happening.Sign up for breaking news alerts from CTV News, right at your fingertips The
  
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• Tuesday set to be hotter than Monday. Wednesday and Thursday, not so much

  28-05-2024 04:11 via calgary.ctvnews.ca
  
  The warm weather will continue. In fact, Tuesday is set to be hotter with a high of 24 C. Lots of sun, but the clouds will increase later in the day and it will start to get a little gusty out of the southwest at 40 km/h.We are under a ridge of high pressure but the pattern changes for Wednesday and Thursday. Later in the day on Wednesday, showers and thunderstorms are likely in Calgary. Rain will likely carry into Thursday. Temperatures will drop below normal into the mid-teens. But another rid
  
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