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Alberta doctor sounds alarm after 7 patients contract infection from organ transplants
Bartonella quintana, an infection caused by body lice, has been found in seven organ transplant recipients in Alberta since 2022.
Edmonton neighbourhood on edge over notes asking for payment after house fire
Several people who live in the area of a Cloverdale house fire on Sunday reported finding notes telling them to pay money to a cryptocurrency address. On Thursday, police reported that a similar note was found after a vehicle fire last month in the nearby Holyrood neighbourhood.
Alberta government mulls legal action against social services agency that moved clients to motel
The Government of Alberta said it is eyeing legal action against Contentment Social Services if it does not return provincial financial benefits used by clients to pay for its services.
Did a tornado touch down during the Jasper wildfire? Researchers want to know
As the recovery continues in Jasper National Park after a devastating wildfire, researchers at Western University are looking into whether some of the damage was caused by another natural phenomenon: tornadoes.
Family of Edmonton man killed by police launches lawsuit against officers, police chief
According to a statement of claim, the shooting death of Mathios Arkangelo, 28, in a northeast Edmonton neighbourhood was “unnecessary, unreasonable and without lawful justification.”
Family of Edmonton man killed by police questioning how it happened, lawyer says
A lawyer representing grieving family members of a 28-year-old Edmonton man who was fatally shot by a police officer nearly two weeks ago says they are angry and gathering information about what happened.
As NHL playoffs continue, Edmonton Oilers fans lean on superstition
As the Western Conference Finals kick off, some of the Edmonton Oilers' most ardent supporters are making sure they don't do anything that could possibly jinx the team, as they face off against the Dallas Stars.
Alberta's wildfire season has begun. Here's how its 500 new firefighters are preparing for it
More than 500 people have been trained by Alberta Wildfire for this wildfire season, which is already underway in the province. This year, new recruits have been told to prioritize their mental health, as this season is forecast to be intense.
Mother devastated after son, 11, killed in Edmonton dog attack while visiting father
The mother of a boy killed in a dog attack this week in south Edmonton says the last few days have been agonizing after the death of her son.
Is there really a competitive advantage? Debate over trans athletes tests science and inclusion
In the last few years, debate has raged in North America over who should be allowed to compete in sports. While the discussion revolves around concepts of fairness and inclusion, researchers say the science around whether trans athletes have a competitive advantage is unsettled.