Parole board 'working' to have Bernardo victims' families attend hearing in-person

The Parole Board of Canada says it is now working to allow victims’ families to attend Paul Bernardo's parole hearing and deliver their victim impact statements in person.

A lawyer representing the families of two teenage girls murdered by notorious killer and serial rapist Paul Bernardo said they had been denied the right to deliver their statements in person at Bernardo's upcoming parole hearing. The issue was raised by Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre during question period in the House of Commons Wednesday.

Former Moose Jaw MLA receives conditional discharge for assault

Former Moose Jaw Wakamow MLA Greg Lawrence pleaded guilty to assault at Moose Jaw Provincial Court on Wednesday and was sentenced to a 12-month conditional discharge. 

As part of a joint submission between Lawrence’s lawyer Merv Nidesh and Provincial Crown Prosecutor Rob Parker, Lawrence vacated his earlier not guilty plea for charages of assault and assault by choking. The assault by choking charge was withdrawn by the prosecution. 

Warrant Wednesday MJPS looking for Charla Engle

The Moose Jaw Police Service is looking for 39-year-old Charla Engle.

She is wanted for: Break and Enter, Break and Enter Committing Mischief, Assault x2, Failure to Appear x9, Theft Under $5,000, Breach of Undertaking x4, and Breach of a Release Order x8.

Engle is described as being 5'8" tall, weighing 146lbs, with long Black and Blonde hair, and brown eyes.

LISTEN: In our latest news podcast, Dr. Mitch Weegman discusses migratory birds

In the latest episode of our Discover Moose Jaw News Podcast, our reporter Cameron Koch discusses migratory birds and the incredible cross-continental journeys they take each year with USask professor Dr. Mitch Weegman, the Ducks Unlimited Canada Endowed Chair in Wetland and Waterfowl Conservation.

Canadian Severe Storms Lab launched, expanding research capabilities across Canada

In a significant step forward for climate science, Western University has launched the Canadian Severe Storms Laboratory (CSSL), a transformative research initiative focused on understanding and mitigating Canada’s most extreme weather events. The lab was unveiled following a $20-million investment from long-time partner ImpactWX, marking a major milestone in the study of severe weather in Canada.

 

Dr. Mitch Weegman unpacks the mysteries of winter bird behavior and migration

The days are getting shorter and colder, and like some residents of Saskatchewan, many species of birds are making their way to warmer climates throughout North America. 

While most migratory species have already returned to their winter homes, there are some that have decided to extend their stay in our province. 

Dr. Mitch Weegman, Ducks Unlimited Canada Endowed Chair in Wetland and Waterfowl Conservation, joined us to shed some light on these hardy animals. 

JJ Voss Talks New Music on the Country 100 Morning Show

Saskatchewan recording artist JJ Voss joined Country 100's Courtney Fielder on the Morning Show to discuss his latest music and upcoming live performances. With his new single, "I Wanna Go Home," recently hitting country radio, JJ called in to share the inspiration behind the heartfelt track. He also gave listeners a sneak peek at an exciting live show happening this weekend in Regina.