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Calgary’s Kincora neighborhood is grappling with a significant issue of illegally dumped construction debris, a situation described as “absolutely atrocious” by Ward 2 Coun. Jennifer Wyness. The large pile of waste, discovered approximately two weeks before November 6, 2025, has sparked environmental and safety concerns among residents in the
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The Alberta Federation of Labour (AFL) has faced considerable scrutiny following the provincial government's swift imposition of a forced return to work for Alberta teachers. Bill 2, dubbed the "Back to School Act," was introduced on October 27, 2025, passed into law early on October 28,
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Canada's Chief Electoral Officer, Stéphane Perrault, has concluded that comments made by Alberta Premier Danielle Smith during a March 2025 interview with a U.S. media outlet did not violate the Canada Elections Act. This decision follows a detailed review initiated after complaints alleged potential foreign interference. The
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Aggressive driving habits are putting pedestrian safety in Calgary under a renewed spotlight, highlighted by a recent incident where a motorist disregarded a pedestrian at a blinking crosswalk. This act of impatience, occurring at a marked crosswalk with traffic moving under 40 km/h, saw the driver narrowly swerve around
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Three Lethbridge police officers will not face charges, despite the Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) finding reasonable grounds to believe criminal offenses were committed. The Alberta Crown Prosecution Service determined there wasn't a likelihood of conviction, leading to the decision not to proceed. This news, reported November
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Citizen power is sparking lively conversation across Calgary as signature gathering efforts take centre stage. It's a fundamental way for residents to drive change and hold elected officials accountable. Currently, two provincial recall petitions are approved and generating buzz. One targets MLA Angela Pitt, representing Airdrie-East on Calgary&
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A recent CANADALAND podcast, "Live from Calgary – WTF is up With Alberta?", offers a deep dive into the province’s consistent conservative voting patterns, stemming from a panel discussion held right here in Calgary. The conversation explores the emotional factors at play in voter decisions and highlights Alberta’
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A Calgary motorist recently learned a costly lesson about vehicle documentation during a routine traffic stop, highlighting the ongoing importance for local drivers to keep their papers in order. The driver, initially pulled over for rolling through a stop sign, was subsequently fined for failing to present a current vehicle
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A Calgary man faces serious charges following an incident in Hawaii. Einreb John Pasuquin Dizon, 21, was arrested November 1, 2025, and charged the next day with first-degree sexual assault. The alleged victim is a 14-year-old minor. They reportedly met on the popular online gaming platform, Roblox. This unsettling case
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Calgarians have long swapped tales of 'cursed' spots where businesses seem destined to struggle or where an inexplicable eerie atmosphere lingers. These urban legends contribute to the city's rich cultural fabric, sparking curiosity and providing fodder for local lore. Among the most talked-about locations is the
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Calgarians are expressing significant concern over the Alberta government's proposal to raise speed limits on rural divided highways, particularly the Trans-Canada Highway near Canmore. The current 110 km/h limit in this stretch traverses critical elk habitat, a known collision hotspot. Animal-vehicle collisions are a costly problem for
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Calgary is buzzing after a provincial political firestorm erupted this week. On November 6, 2025, Edmonton-Riverview NDP MLA Lori Sigurdson drew immediate backlash for comparing the UCP government to Nazis during a legislative debate. Adding fuel to the controversy, former Calgary mayor Naheed Nenshi publicly defended Sigurdson's comments,
