Regina News

A DNA test shows a former judge and Order of Canada recipient accused of falsely claiming to be Cree “most likely” has Indigenous heritage, a report from the Law Society of British Columbia revealed Thursday. Mary Ellen Turpel-Lafond previously served as B.C.’s representative for children and youth, and was well known as a lawyer on […]

As the world turns its attention to the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, Saskatchewan athletes are gearing up to showcase their talents on the grandest stage of them all. Representing the amazing province of Saskatchewan, these athletes bring with them not only their skills but also the spirit of their province. Among the athletes from […]

Following Wednesday’s executive committee meeting, a permanent emergency shelter in the City of Regina seems likely. City council voted to fund a $7.5-million plan to create the shelter in what is described as “an ideal location with easy access to community service, core city areas and public transit.” The location has yet to be revealed, but […]

The federal, provincial, and municipal governments joined to celebrate opening four new affordable housing units in the Rosewood Park neighbourhood. The new units at Plainsview Estates consist of four three-bedroom stacked townhomes designed to accommodate eight individuals experiencing mental health and physical disabilities.  The tenants will receive in-home support services and connections to community programs […]

The Regina Riot women’s football announced that their jerseys had been stolen. The Riot posted on social media that the jerseys were taken between 10:00 p.m. May 22 and 7:00 a.m. May 23. The team said the jerseys were stored in two large black and blue duffle bags. “A police report has been filed – […]

Four Regina youths have been charged after a man was sprayed with bear spray and shot with a pellet gun. On May 17, at 11:45 p.m., police were dispatched to the 1500 block of Cameron Street for the report of a weapons offence. Information received was that a male was bear sprayed and shot with […]

The Regina Humane Society and its Animal Protection Officers rescued 26 dogs from living in ‘unsuitable conditions.’ On the evening of May 15, a concerned public member alerted the Regina Humane Society (RHS) Animal Protection Services about multiple canines living in unsuitable conditions.  Upon investigation, in conjunction with the Regina Police Service, RHS Animal Protection […]

The Saskatchewan Serious Incident Response (SIRT) and the Regina Police Service are investigating a serious incident. The incident occurred Monday afternoon in the 1100 block of Garry Street and involved the Regina Police Service Special Weapons and Tactics Team (SWAT). SIRT is an independent, civilian-led organization responsible for investigating serious incidents involving police officers in Saskatchewan.

A 63-year-old Moose Jaw man has been charged with voyeurism after he entered a bathroom and shower facility and used his phone to record a man exiting the shower. The man was arrested on Wednesday after an investigation. The incident happened on April 23 on the 200 block of Assiniboine Avenue. The man is scheduled […]

Saskatchewan RCMP is asking for help identifying human remains. The remains were discovered in a wooded area in the RM of Moose Jaw at a makeshift campsite. On April 28, the RCMP launched an investigation. Investigators determined that the remains had been in the area for 10 to 12 years, with no evidence to suggest […]