Calgary Local News Digests

🚨 Crime & Public Safety

Family of woman fatally shot by Calgary police speaks out. Relatives of the Edmonton woman killed during a June police confrontation express their shock and concern over her mental health struggles at the time. ↗
Man charged in Calgary stabbing incident. A 31-year-old faces multiple charges after allegedly stabbing another man outside Sunalta CTrain station, leaving the victim initially in life-threatening condition. ↗
Accused in Edmonton murders testifies lack of memory. Justin Bone, on trial for two murders, claims he was unaware of the attacks due to his drug-induced state prior to being arrested. ↗

Meta to invest $13 billion in new Alberta data centre. The massive project in Sturgeon County aims to create 3,000 construction jobs and 300 permanent positions, marking a significant private sector investment in Canada. ↗

B.C. wildfire forces highway closure, evacuation alerts issued. The Brunswick Creek fire in Fraser Canyon has grown to 18 square kilometres, closing Highway 1 and prompting further evacuations. ↗

Calgary tourism colors take over Toronto subway station. A downtown station in Toronto showcases a Calgary-themed color palette and references to attract visitors to the city. ↗

Stampeders seek third straight win in Montreal. Calgary quarterback Vernon Adams Jr. aims to replicate his remarkable recent performance against the Alouettes this Saturday. ↗

Rockslide closes popular climbing area in Banff. Following a substantial rockslide in the Rundle Rock area, Parks Canada enforces closures, though no injuries were reported. ↗