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Regina's latest Local Wire update covers a major flood at Bushwakker pub in the Warehouse district, a suspicious fire at a Ukrainian community hall, and a tornado warning for Viceroy. The episode also highlights a dog attack injury and the legacy of soccer star Henry Losco through local youth support.

Regina police are seeking public help to identify human remains found buried in the city for at least five years, while Bushwakker Brewpub deals with flooding from a water-main break on Dewdney Avenue. The Saskatchewan Roughriders face injury challenges ahead of their Calgary game, and Henry Losco’s parents continue to support local youth soccer programs in memory of the late talent.

Regina police are seeking public help to identify a man found buried outside a home, while city councillor Sarah Turnbull calls for the CFL to fund Mosaic Stadium turf upgrades. JazzFest Regina and the Bazaart Makers Market are set to bring summer energy to the city, alongside new wetlands tours at the White Butte Museum.

Regina's Local Wire update covers a rare monarch butterfly's northward migration from Saskatchewan, a human trafficking arrest, and tensions over police misconduct. The episode also highlights Regina Roughriders' injury update and the legacy of late hockey star Kyle Calder.

Regina — A man convicted of murdering Misha Pavelick in 2006 will get a seven-year youth sentence as the court ruled the Crown failed to prove his adult criminal capacity. Regina Police Const. Clinton Duquette faces snooping charges, sparking fear among residents over privacy breaches.

Regina's Local Wire highlights the Saskatchewan Roughriders' season-opening win and coach Corey Mace's call for respect, a Regina man charged with child exploitation material, and a tragic death on Muskowekwan First Nation. The episode also covers Regina's mayor pushing for national land bank collaboration and a Regina medical graduate winning the Lindsay Gold Medal.

Regina's Saskatchewan Roughriders started their 2026 CFL season with a 31-27 win over the B.C. Lions, led by Trevor Harris' three touchdown passes to Samuel Emilus, while public safety officials arrested a Regina man linked to child exploitation material and city leaders advanced plans for social housing through a national land bank initiative.

Regina RCMP charged local man David Kowal with possessing child exploitation material after seizing devices during a search warrant. Mayor Derek Nystrom announced plans for expanded social housing through a national land bank initiative, while Regina Roughriders coach Corey Mace unveiled a new special teams unit for the season.

Regina's Regina Roughriders made history with their Grey Cup championship win, thanks to Coach Corey Mace's special teams unit, while the city approved a $1.5 million grant for the 2027 Grey Cup Festival. A woman was found dead near Wolseley, sparking community concerns, and local artist Brianne Urzada shared her journey through cancer and art.

Regina authorities confirm human remains were found in the North Central area, raising concerns but not linked to the missing 35-year-old woman investigation. Severe weather brings hail damage and lightning warnings, while the city hosts key events like the Grey Cup party, Pride parade, and a healthcare forum on nursing turnover.

Regina officials are holding a major forum to tackle the city's nursing shortage and retain healthcare workers, while crews begin cankerworm spraying to protect over 4,000 trees. Residents are warned about severe weather, including thunderstorms and flooding, as the Regina Roughriders start practice for their season opener.

Regina's courts are closely monitoring Tammy Goforth's parole release after her murder conviction, while the Supreme Court of Canada prepares to hear the Saskatchewan pronouns case involving UR Pride. The Globe Theatre in Regina launches its new *Arsenic and Old Lace* production amid efforts to rebuild trust following recent controversy.

Regina's Local Wire update covers the pending sentencing of Misha Pavelick's killer, Justice Catherine Dawson's decision, and Regina resident Matthew Wesley's efforts to aid the homeless. The episode also highlights legal issues involving Aggrey Kwesi Buaben Fynn, the Gutsy Walk for Crohn’s and Colitis, and the theft of a historic tree sign near Blaine Lake.

Regina — Justice Catherine Dawson will deliver sentencing for Misha Pavelick's murderer later this month, while a tornado warning affects southeast Saskatchewan. The North Central neighborhood launches a cleanup and tree-planting initiative to boost environmental efforts.

Regina's Court of King’s Bench Justice Catherine Dawson will announce the sentence for the man convicted of killing Misha Pavelick later this month, while Regina’s Urgent Care Centre adjusts hours and the University of Saskatchewan’s Regina Campus graduates its first four-year MD cohort. Matthew Wesley’s efforts to support Regina’s homeless community and the Saskatchewan Roughriders’ 2026 CFL season preparations also dominate local headlines.

Regina's Local Wire update covers a highway crash near Fort Qu’Appelle, housing market struggles, and a legal case involving a multimillion-dollar fraud. The episode also highlights Regina’s pool reopening, homelessness support efforts by Matthew Wesley, and the upcoming *The Debaters* series in Saskatchewan.

Regina's Local Wire update covers the ongoing lawsuit over 10-year-old Henry Losco's carbon monoxide poisoning death, Regina's new Response to Illicit Drugs Act targeting opioid and methamphetamine trafficking, and details on city employees earning over $200,000 in 2025. The episode also highlights cultural events like the Mosaic Festival and a wildfire exhibit in Regina.

Regina's Local Wire update covers a fatal crash on Carry the Kettle, new legal action under the Response to Illicit Drugs Act, and the “From Ash to Art” exhibit highlighting the 2025 Sask wildfire's impact. The episode also details Regina's floating wetland project in Rochdale Pond and surrounding stormwater basins.

Regina's Local Wire podcast faced technical issues preventing the full report from being generated today. Listeners are advised to check back tomorrow for the complete local news roundup.

Regina's physiotherapist faces sentencing for sexually assaulting a patient, sparking debates on healthcare accountability, while the city's pickleball hub prepares for its final provincial championships at the Queen City courts. Volunteers also paint LGBTQ+ crosswalks downtown to celebrate Pride Month and boost inclusivity.

Regina's CFL team, the Roughriders, finalized their 2026 roster with additions like James Letcher and cuts to shape a competitive squad. The city's pickleball community faces a major shift as the Queen City hub closes after five years, ending its role as a provincial championships venue.

Regina's physiotherapist faces sentencing in July after being convicted of sexually assaulting a patient, sparking debates on healthcare accountability. The city also launched a "choose your own adventure" tourism campaign with prepaid cards to attract visitors amid a predicted heatwave and rising temperatures.

Regina's latest Local Wire update covers a heatwave hitting the Prairies, Saskatchewan Health Authority's 2026-27 budget approval, and the $21 million debate over expanding free transit for Regina high schoolers. The episode also highlights the Regina Roughriders' new defensive co-ordinator, Joshua Bell, and the expansion of an Islamic school in Regina.

Regina's sex crimes trial against a music teacher paused as charges are amended, and a police data inquiry sparks calls for transparency. The city also finalizes a three-year contract for 15 Wing Moose Jaw workers ending a recent strike.

Regina police announced changes to the Pride parade route for a test run in 2026, avoiding specific landmarks, while an ex-Saskatchewan educator partially won an appeal against sex crime convictions. A Regina man faces serious charges for targeting a police aircraft with a laser, and police cleared in a 2024 shooting amid privacy concerns over data breaches.

Regina RCMP charged a man with targeting a police aircraft with a laser, while Claro Belen faces trial for sexual assault allegations. Union legal action continues over a lockout at 15 Wing Moose Jaw, and Regina Roughriders made history with a pre-season game in Saskatoon.

Regina's Saskatchewan Roughriders made headlines with a pre-season win over the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, featuring rookie QB Brayden Schager's game-winning drive, while local breweries like Rebellion Brewing's Mark Heise discuss federal excise duty changes impacting small breweries. The episode also covers volunteer fire efforts in rural Regina and federal ministers visiting for potential steel industry policy talks.

Regina's Local Wire highlights the Saskatchewan Roughriders' win over the Winnipeg Blue Bombers featuring rookie QB Brayden Schager, the Supreme Court's dismissal of Dillon Whitehawk's murder appeal, and Rebellion Brewing's Mark Heise discussing the federal excise duty extension for alcohol producers.

Regina's courts finalized Dillon Whitehawk's murder conviction, while a local drug trafficker received an eight-year sentence. A possible tornado in central Saskatchewan and changes to Regina's Urgent Care Centre hours were also highlighted.

Regina's Local Wire update covers the Supreme Court upholding Dillon Whitehawk's murder conviction, a Regina drug trafficker's eight-year sentence, and expanded authority for the city's integrity commissioner. The episode also highlights the Saskatchewan Roughriders' pre-season game in Saskatoon and Saskatchewan's recovering from flooding.

Regina's Local Wire update covers a funnel cloud risk in southern Saskatchewan, a legal debate over Muirhead orders involving Travis Patron, and the dismissal of Michael Gordon Jackson's appeal in a COVID-19 abduction case. The episode also highlights Regina's Cathedral Arts Festival and MOSAIC cultural festival, along with new support measures for local breweries and distillers.

Regina's legal scene saw key rulings as Travis Patron contested a Muirhead order and Michael Gordon Jackson's conviction was upheld by the Saskatchewan Court of Appeal. The city also announced the Snowbirds' final Tutor jet displays and the 35th Cathedral Village Arts Festival.

Regina's Regina Roughriders suffered a 20-15 preseason loss to the Calgary Stampeders, spotlighting new QB Brayden Schager and the team's 35-second clock rule. City officials announced a $3.5 million investment in trades and skills centers, while Regina Police warned of active grandparent scams and shared Victoria Day business hours.

Regina police warn residents about active grandparent scams and a local officer faces Privacy Act charges for unauthorized data access. A severe wind storm caused damage in Regina, including fallen trees and truck flips, while the city prepares to expand Project Lifesaver for missing persons.

Regina residents should prepare for a busy Victoria Day weekend with adjusted hours at some malls and eateries, while authorities warn of fallen trees and semis flipped by a recent wind storm. Scammers targeting elderly residents and a local officer facing a Privacy Act charge for accessing personal data are among the key concerns highlighted.

Regina police warn seniors about ongoing scams targeting them with fake calls from officers, while a severe wind storm caused damage and power outages in southern Saskatchewan. The city also faces a privacy breach involving an officer and is set to host a major AI data centre project with Bell Canada.

Regina experienced a major power outage affecting multiple areas and faced a police officer charged with breaching privacy protocols by accessing a database 67 times. Residents also voiced concerns over the city’s 2024 accessibility plan, while the Cathedral Arts Festival and Hearts in the Park event highlighted local culture and violence prevention efforts.

Regina's May long weekend kicks off with Great Benjamins Circus, Cathedral Arts Festival, Sask. Celtic Festival, and ThunderCon, while 15 Wing Moose Jaw workers are locked out in a labor dispute and Canadian defence minister visits to address Snowbirds concerns. Saskatchewan farmers face rising fertilizer costs, and Regina's *One Perfect Date* film wraps production as the Roughriders make roster cuts.

Regina's 15 Wing Moose Jaw support staff are on strike over stalled contracts, impacting military operations, while a cyber attack has forced closures at multiple Regina entertainment venues. A major spring storm with 100 km/h winds and rain is expected across Saskatchewan, prompting emergency preparedness alerts.

Regina's Local Wire update for May 12, 2026, covers a four-vehicle crash near Morse involving high winds and salt deposits, Saskatchewan's push for local business partnerships, and the Saskatchewan Roughriders' roster changes with quarterback Trevor Harris turning 40.