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Star-studded movie filmed in southern Alberta set to release in the fall

Star-studded movie filmed in southern Alberta set to release in the fall

Die, My Love starring Jennifer Lawrence and Robert Pattinson was filmed primarily in southern Alberta.
Government alerted to no sexually graphic material so far in rural school libraries

Government alerted to no sexually graphic material so far in rural school libraries

Demetrios Nicolaides said the examples of graphic content the government was alerted to originated from four books in Edmonton and Calgary school libraries, and that their existence shows a standards gap when it comes to explicit material that could end up in the hands of children.
One dead, three hurt after rockfall hits hiking group at Banff National Park

One dead, three hurt after rockfall hits hiking group at Banff National Park

The falls are part of the Bow Glacier Falls hiking trail, a nine-kilometre route open year-round, running along the edges of Bow Lake. It’s located about 200 kilometres west of Calgary, north of Lake Louise.
Mounties say hikers caught up in a rock slide in Banff National Park

Mounties say hikers caught up in a rock slide in Banff National Park

A rock slide on the Icefields Parkway in Banff National Park has led to temporary road closures and an ongoing emergency response.
Airdrie Mayor Peter Brown defends actions, criticizes investigative report

Airdrie Mayor Peter Brown defends actions, criticizes investigative report

Following an article release by the Investigative Journalism Foundation, Mayor Peter Brown says he was acting in Airdrie's best interest
Moe, Smith repeat calls for federal action and support for energy projects

Moe, Smith repeat calls for federal action and support for energy projects

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe have intensified their calls for Prime Minister Mark Carney to repeal key energy policies, arguing that these measures are stifling Canada's economic growth.
Alberta tourism outpaces national average, sees 12 per cent growth in 2024

Alberta tourism outpaces national average, sees 12 per cent growth in 2024

Alberta's tourism industry is experiencing a surge and outpacing the national average. New data reveals a substantial increase in visitor spending and overall growth, highlighting the province's rising appeal as a top destination.
'Zero arrests': RCMP say nobody arrested at G7, but charges possible for pilot

'Zero arrests': RCMP say nobody arrested at G7, but charges possible for pilot

The G7 summit in Calgary concluded with law enforcement declaring security a success, despite a minor airspace violation and small protests. Leaders from major world powers convened under heavy security, with designated protest zones seeing minimal activity.
Alberta lawyer resigns licence, admits to improper relationship with complainant

Alberta lawyer resigns licence, admits to improper relationship with complainant

A former Alberta Crown prosecutor has given up his law licence after he admitted to having an inappropriate relationship with a complainant in a criminal case he was prosecuting.
Alberta government PR branch moved under premier’s office

Alberta government PR branch moved under premier’s office

The Alberta government has quietly transferred responsibility for its Communications and Public Engagement department to Premier Danielle Smith's office, significantly expanding the executive council's reach and budget.
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