Alberta enforces new school library content rules amid parental outcry while health officials confirm over 600 measles cases. The developments highlight tightening educational controls and persistent public health challenges.
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Edmonton, City, News, Alberta, Canada
Week of May 26 – Jun 1, 2025
Edmonton in flux: a week where challenges mix with cautious hope.
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Edmonton witnessed a turbulent week as education and public health challenges spurred protests and strikes, while law enforcement crackdowns and emergency responses to wildfires and insect swarms captured attention. Rising trade talks and restoration projects added hints of optimism amid persistent community tensions.
Edmonton saw 99% teacher support for strike measures while caterpillar swarms and wildfire evacuations sparked concerns. Alberta leaders also responded to key issues in a measured throne speech reaction.
edmonton.citynews.ca · edmonton.citynews.ca · edmonton.citynews.ca · edmonton.citynews.caEdmonton saw law enforcement crackdowns as a teen faces terrorism charges, a woman was re-arrested after a jail escape, and nearly $1M in drugs was seized during a traffic stop following a deadly weekend.
edmonton.citynews.ca · calgary.citynews.ca · edmonton.citynews.ca · vancouver.citynews.ca · edmonton.citynews.caEdmonton faces a mixed day. A delayed AHS scandal report fuels concerns, while firefighters secure safe evacuations amid wildfire threats. Rising steel tariffs and pipeline talks highlight evolving trade and energy priorities.
edmonton.citynews.ca · edmonton.citynews.ca · halifax.citynews.ca · calgary.citynews.ca · edmonton.citynews.caEdmonton faces rising tensions as undocumented students fight for education rights while the Alberta government rebuffs remarks undermining provincial autonomy.
edmonton.citynews.ca · edmonton.citynews.caEdmonton sees influential investments and lively downtown events, a historic grain elevator is under restoration, and cancer survivor advocates push for better support—all while a tragic shooting abroad casts a somber note.
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