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Good morning, Edmonton. It is Thursday, February 26, 2026. Here is what you need to know today. This morning’s update covers a significant provincial budget reveal, a shift in the city’s development landscape, corporate commitments to the downtown core, public safety warnings regarding online commerce, and the latest from the ice at Rogers Place. 1. Alberta Budget 2026: Multibillion-Dollar Deficit Forecast The Government of Alberta introduced its 2026 provincial budget […]

Good morning, Edmonton. Today is Wednesday, February 25, 2026. This is your morning briefing on the essential news and developments across the capital region and the province of Alberta. The city is currently experiencing mostly cloudy skies with a temperature of -2°C. Humidity is recorded at 70%, with light southwest winds at 7 km/h creating a wind chill of -4. Today’s forecast calls for a high of +5°C with a […]

Good morning, Edmonton. Today is Wednesday, February 25, 2026. This morning’s briefing covers critical legal proceedings in a high-profile national trial, the return of the Edmonton Oilers to regular-season play, and significant changes to the local coaching staff and trade roster discussions. Here are the five news stories you need to know today. 1. Sixth Complainant Testifies in Frank Stronach Sexual Assault Trial The sexual assault trial of billionaire Frank […]

Good morning, Edmonton. Here are the top five news stories you need to know this Tuesday, February 24, 2026. 1. Edmonton MP Matt Jeneroux Crosses Floor to Liberals Edmonton MP Matt Jeneroux defected from the Conservative Party to the Liberal Party on Monday, becoming the third Conservative to switch sides since the April 2025 federal election. The move brings Prime Minister Mark Carney's Liberal government closer to securing a majority […]

Good morning, Edmonton. It's Monday, February 23, 2026. Bundle up today. Temperatures hit -24°C this morning with mostly clear skies. Snow showers are expected throughout the day with light winds around 5.8 mph. Classic February conditions. Here are your top 5 stories from Sunday, February 22, 2026. 1. Team Canada Takes Silver After Overtime Loss to USA Team Canada fell 2-1 to the United States in overtime during Sunday's Olympic […]

Good morning, Edmonton. Sunday, February 22, 2026. Here are the top five stories shaping the capital region today. Top 5 Stories 1. Tumbler Ridge Tragedy: Edmonton Community Mourns After Mass Shooting Edmontonians joined regional calls for support on Saturday, February 21, 2026, after a mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge, B.C., left eight people dead. Police and provincial officials in British Columbia continued to release details on Saturday. Alberta-based community groups […]

Good morning, Edmonton. Here are the top five stories you need to know this Friday, February 20, 2026. 1. Major Indigenous Investment Announced for Downtown Development A consortium of Indigenous investment groups announced a $340 million commitment Thursday for a mixed-use development project in downtown Edmonton. The project will occupy a 2.5-acre site on 104 Street between Jasper Avenue and 102 Avenue. The investment partnership includes the Confederacy of Treaty […]

Good morning, Edmonton. Here are the top five stories you need to know this Friday, February 20, 2026. 1. Council Approves Two Affordable Housing Projects Despite Pushback Edmonton City Council moved forward with two separate affordable housing developments this week. The first project in Wedgewood received approval after residents voiced opposition to the plan. Council voted to proceed with the development despite concerns from some community members. The second project […]