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Alvin Bragg, Manhattan prosecutor who took on Trump, wins Democratic primary in bid for second term
NEW YORK (AP) - Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg, the prosecutor who oversaw the historic hush-money case against President Donald Trump, won Tuesday's Democratic primary as he seeks reelection...
Jun 24, 2025

Immigration, pension: A look at survey questions put forward by Alberta Next panel
The Alberta Next panel, chaired by Premier Danielle Smith, is holding town halls this summer to get feedback on how the province should stand up to Ottawa while building a "strong and sovereign Albert...
Jun 24, 2025

Alberta Next survey asks if province should withhold social services for immigrants
CALGARY - Whether Alberta should withhold social services from immigrants is among the issues Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is tabling for debate this summer when she travels the province to consult ...
Jun 24, 2025

Sirens select Czech star Kaltounkova first overall in PWHL draft
OTTAWA - The New York Sirens selected Kristyna Kaltounkova of Vlasim, Czechia, with the first pick in Tuesday's Professional Women's Hockey League draft, held at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino. The 23...
Jun 24, 2025

Lacombe Police investigating high-value theft from local business
The Lacombe Police Service is investigating a significant theft that occurred at a local Shoppers Drug Mart on Sunday, June 16, 2025. At approximately 9:15 p.m., LPS says six female suspects entered t...
Jun 24, 2025

Phone service disruption affecting some City departments
The City of Red Deer says it is currently experiencing an unexpected phone service disruption at the Civic Yards. As a result, the city says incoming phone lines for the following departments are unav...
Jun 24, 2025

Lacombe Police investigating construction trailer entry and tool theft
The Lacombe Police Service (LPS) says it is investigating a break and enter to a construction trailer resulting in the theft of several high-value tools. On June 20, 2025, at approximately 3:40 a.m., ...
Jun 24, 2025

Florida executes a man convicted of raping and killing a woman outside of a bar
STARKE, Fla. (AP) - A man convicted of raping and killing a woman near a central Florida bar was executed Tuesday evening. Thomas Lee Gudinas, 51, was pronounced dead at 6:13 p.m. after receiving a le...
Jun 24, 2025

Lacombe Police recover stolen vehicle following early morning theft
The Lacombe Police Service (LPS) is investigating a vehicle theft that occurred in the early morning hours of June 24, 2025, in the 5600 block of 49 Avenue. At approximately 2:00 a.m., police say they...
Jun 24, 2025

Rebels introduce “6 p.m. Saturdays” for 2025-26 Regular Season
The Red Deer Rebels have announced their full 68-game schedule for the 2025-26 Western Hockey League Regular Season.New for this season, the Rebels have introduced "6 p.m. Saturdays" where all Saturda...
Jun 24, 2025