- Edmonton crews have filled more than 30,000 potholes across the city this year. The City of Edmonton's 311 service received 3,665 inquiries about potholes as of March 22. Major arterial roads with high traffic volumes are the highest priority, the City said.
- The Old Strathcona Farmers' Market has experienced a 50% drop in visitors since the City of Edmonton implemented paid parking in an adjacent lot in 2025, with daily rates up to $10. Market manager Corinne Olson said the change disproportionately affects seniors and those without the required parking payment technology, adding she hopes the City reverses the policy.
- An Edmonton Transit Service bus driver was stabbed by a passenger in north Edmonton. The incident happened around 11pm on March 29 inside a stopped bus near the Abbotsfield Transit Centre, as the driver was ending a shift. The driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries and remains hospitalized. The Edmonton Police Service arrested a suspect, who faces charges of aggravated assault and several breaches of a release order. Raj Brar, president of the Amalgamated Transit Union Local 569, highlighted concerns about rising violence against transit workers and called for stronger safety measures.
- The Hockey Edmonton board says it will continue operating despite calls from parents to remove all members over concerns about governance and finances. Parents are pushing to replace the board, including president Will Jang, and appoint an interim group to conduct a forensic audit before the May 27 annual general meeting. A letter from a member association cites deficits of more than $300,000 in 2024 and $150,000 in 2025, along with alleged billing discrepancies of $130,000. The board says its limited response reflects "prudent governance" and that issues will be addressed through proper channels.
- A 35-year-old Edmonton man received a three-month sentence after pleading guilty in an Edmonton court to uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm against the Jewish community. Esteban Pavez, arrested in December 2025 by the RCMP and Edmonton Police Service for "hate-related" online posts, will not serve additional jail time due to pre-trial custody credit. His sentence also includes two years of probation and a five-year weapons ban. Stacey Leavitt-Wright, CEO of the Jewish Federation of Edmonton, said that Pavez's violent online posts created a "chilling effect" on the community.
- Alberta's new Bill 25 would restrict school boards from taking political positions, and impose limits on flags and classroom discussions, effective Sept. 1. The legislation also requires ministerial approval for superintendent contracts and grants the province oversight on naming public school buildings and repurposing underused facilities. Jason Schilling of the Alberta Teachers' Association called for government consultation, adding that the association was not involved in drafting the bill.
- Stay Free Alberta has collected enough signatures to trigger a referendum on Alberta separating from Canada, its co-founder Mitch Sylvestre said. Premier Danielle Smith reiterated that any citizen initiative with the required signatures would be put on the ballot, though she maintains support for a "sovereign Alberta within a united Canada." Opposition NDP Leader Naheed Nenshi criticized Smith for pandering to separatists.
- The Edmonton Elks added Rick Campbell to its staff as a coaching analyst. Head coach Mark Kilam highlighted Campbell's extensive experience and character within the Canadian Football League. Campbell has a significant history with the team, previously serving as a defensive backs coach, special teams coordinator (1999 to 2004), and defensive coordinator (2005 to 2008), securing two Grey Cup championships with Edmonton.
Headlines: April 1, 2026
By Mariam Ibrahim