Tuesday · Jun 2, 2026
Canada beats Uzbekistan 2-0 in World Cup warm-up at Commonwealth
46,164 fans packed Commonwealth Stadium Monday night in the rain to watch Canada beat Uzbekistan 2-0 in a FIFA friendly. The crowd showed up despite the weather.
Police investigating suspicious death in Wîhkwêntôwin
A 74-year-old man was found dead after officers responded to a family dispute call Monday afternoon.
Traffic backup on northbound 97 Street at 124 Avenue
Accident blocking northbound lanes on 97 Street at 124 Avenue. Stay left if you're heading that way.
Heavy rain floods basements across Edmonton region
ServiceMaster Restore says it's fielding over 50 calls daily as half a month's rain falls in one week.
Check your sump pump before the next storm hits
Basements are flooding across Edmonton right now. Pull up the black ball float on your sump pit to test the pump — if water doesn't go down, it needs replacing or plugging in.
Police seek two suspects in May convenience store assault
A clerk was stabbed during a May 21 robbery at a store near 157 Street and Stony Plain Road.
Living with CIDP: one Edmonton woman's 15-year battle with a rare disease
Glenanne Ball spent years misdiagnosed before learning she had a nerve condition affecting 1 in 10,000 people. Now she's fighting to raise awareness.
Khazana, Edmonton's top-rated Indian restaurant, closes
After 28 years and a 2025 Edify award, the downtown and Windemere locations are shuttering due to construction disruption.
Teachers' groups condemn use of notwithstanding clause
More than 420,000 Canadian educators speak out against Alberta's move to end strike. Federal pressure mounting.
Heavy rain tests Edmonton's upgraded stormwater system
City's $1.6B infrastructure investment keeps flooding at bay as 70mm of rain falls in 48 hours. Yellowhead Trail reopens after brief closure.
Blade Runner and 2049 in IMAX at Telus World of Science
Blade Runner hits the Telus World of Science IMAX July 12 at 5 p.m., with Blade Runner 2049 following at 7:30 p.m. Same weekend, 2001: A Space Odyssey screens June 20 at 7 p.m....
Police seek suspect in deliberately set downtown Edmonton fire
Investigators hunting man on orange Marin bike after May 10 blaze near Commonwealth Stadium. Surveillance footage released.
Lord of the Rings trilogy all in one day at Telus World
The entire theatrical LOTR trilogy plays at Telus World of Science on July 5 — Fellowship at noon, Two Towers at 3:30 p.m., Return of the King at 7 p.m. Tickets on sale now.
Electoral boundaries panel chair named despite transparency concerns
Former Alberta Justice Brian O'Ferrall appointed despite only two applicants and UCP donation history. Opposition raises credibility questions.
Downtown grocery anchor Sunterra Market closes after 32 years
Commerce Place location shuttered Friday after three decades serving the core. Lendrum location remains open.
Where to find fancy popsicles in Edmonton
Looking for fancy popsicles to thank about 30 people? Someone's asking r/Edmonton for spots better than Costco — thoughts are brewing on where to find elevated treats.
Khazana closing after a decade
Khazana is shutting down. Over 10 years the restaurant built one of the most stunning interiors anyone's seen in Edmonton — now people are grieving losing that architectural gem.
Dash cam footage of Groat Road collision
Collision at Groat Road and 111 Ave Sunday evening — someone has dash cam footage and is asking the girl hit by a left-turning car to reach out. Police report incoming.
Rain tapers, but Yellowhead Trail still flooded
Heavy downpour submerged section near CN Rail Bridge. City crews working to reopen westbound lanes Tuesday.
Sherwood Park eyeing 248 rental units near mall
Loxley Commons project on private property targets Winter 2028/29 opening, part of broader Centre in the Park development.
World Cup energy downtown despite the rain
world cup watch parties are happening and the vibe is there — rainy evening but people are out, goals are going in, everyone's getting into it.
Sump pumps working overtime in the rain
rain's been steady all night and sumps are working overtime. folks reporting them cycling every 20 minutes or so — definitely the main thing on everyone's mind rn.