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Calgary News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!

The Daily News Now!

Hosted by Corey with the Story, Calgary News Today delivers fast, focused daily updates on the stories shaping Calgary—from local news and business to culture, sports, and community developments. Designed for quick, on-the-go listening, each episode brings you up to speed in minutes. Produced by AI for speed, consistency, and global scale, the show is part of The Daily News Now network—bringing local news to every city in the world and keeping communities connected. Calgary News Today is your daily

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1:27

American Chains Flood Into Alberta | Calgary News

Calgary News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2026/07/29

American fast-food giants are flooding into Canada, with Chipotle’s Calgary expansion leading the charge as its fastest-growing market—and they’re targeting 20 Alberta locations by year’s end. Chick-fil-A, Shake Shack, and Krispy Kreme are also making their mark, fueling local excitement and proving that despite trade tensions, U.S. brands see Canada as a natural, high-demand next step with familiar tastes and eager customers. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow:

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1:44

Calgary Welcomes 23,000 Witnesses | Calgary News

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2026/07/29

Twenty-three thousand Jehovah’s Witnesses are flooding into Calgary this weekend for their massive Eternal Happiness Convention — a spiritual gathering that’s been a cornerstone of their Alberta presence since 1911. With over 6,000 members in the city alone, they’re not just preaching from the pulpit but also translating the Bible into Indigenous languages, offering door-to-door ministry, and even stepping up in disaster relief. The city’s hospitality is on full display, with hotels booking

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1:37

Calgary Council Votes on Ward Budget Boost | Calgary...

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2026/07/29

Calgary city council is set to vote on a bold 20% budget hike for ward offices—jumping from $370K to $455K by 2027—to cope with population growth and inflation. But the proposal’s not without pushback: some councillors argue it’s unfair to ask other departments to cut while asking for more, and that better staffing and efficiency—not bigger budgets—should solve the problem. Meanwhile, adding more wards is a costly alternative. With wildly uneven spending from last year—some wards had over $100K

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1:46

France’s Wildfire Fight Stalls on Aging Planes |...

Calgary News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2026/07/29

France’s wildfire crisis is hitting hard as it struggles with just a dozen aging aerial water bombers—slow, hand-built Canadairs made in Calgary, Canada. Production halted for nine years until 2024, when De Havilland restarted, but only two planes are expected to reach France by 2028. With just ten planes a year possible, the shortage has sparked political blame and delays. France’s order of four new DHC-515s, due between 2028–2033, won’t help soon. The restart forced De Havilland to hunt for

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1:33

Calgary Crews Arrive to Help Edmonton | Calgary News

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2026/07/29

Edmonton’s facing a massive tree cleanup after storm damage, with thousands of downed trees and branches overwhelming local crews—some of which could spread Dutch elm disease. To help, Calgary is sending certified forestry teams under a mutual aid agreement, starting July 29 for up to seven days. With over 3,000 storm-related issues to tackle, this cross-city collaboration is a powerful show of Alberta’s resilience and teamwork as Edmonton works to restore safety and normalcy. Listen in

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1:50

Calgary Schools Expand for 2026-27 | Calgary News

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2026/07/28

Calgary’s schools are preparing for a major student surge in 2026-27, adding nearly 2,000 new learners across CBE and the Catholic district—with hundreds of new teachers, a brand-new school, and 40+ modular classrooms to meet demand. Families face higher bus fees (up to $500), while Catholic schools keep transport costs flat but welcome a new superintendent. The Calgary Catholic Education Foundation continues its vital work, funding school projects, playgrounds, and community drives, aiming to

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1:37

BC Expands Trades Training to Meet Demand | Calgary News

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2026/07/28

British Columbia is stepping up to fix its skilled trades shortage by adding 462 new training seats at Kwantlen Polytechnic University, aiming to fuel the province’s massive construction projects. With over 72,000 projected job openings in top trades like carpentry and welding over the next decade—and one-third of the current workforce set to retire—Premier David Eby is doubling down on training and immigration. The government has already committed $241 million over three years to trades

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2:25

Missiles Intercepted as Middle East Tensions Escalate...

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2026/07/28

Tensions flare again as Iran launches multiple ballistic missiles at U.S. forces in the Middle East—successfully intercepted—but this comes after a fragile ceasefire window and amid escalating regional hostilities. Iran’s recent blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and demands for shipping fees clash with U.S. and Saudi interests, while drones fired from Iraq target Saudi oil infrastructure, sparking accusations and denials across the region. Mediators push for talks, but the volatile web of

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1:48

Calgary Senior Help Program Ends | Calgary News

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2026/07/28

Calgary’s beloved Home Services for Seniors program, which helped 1,320 seniors with yard work and snow removal, is shutting down September 30 — but the real story is how seniors like Lorraine Barton, who rely on walkers and can’t manage chores, now face a tougher road. The city handed the program back to the province, citing rising costs and complexity, but seniors are left scrambling: the province’s new income caps exclude many, and upfront payment rules make help unattainable for some. With

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1:44

Whistleblower vs Privilege in Alberta | Calgary News

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2026/07/28

A high-stakes legal showdown unfolds in Alberta as former AHS head Athana Mentzelopoulos fights for wrongful dismissal damages, with the core battle centered on 46 confidential emails she emailed to herself before being fired. The government and AHS demand the documents back, claiming they’re privileged business records that shouldn’t be lost when she left — even arguing privilege transfers to new management. But Mentzelopoulos’s team counters that her internal probe into procurement — coupled

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1:35

Cowboys Dance Hall Closes Amid Nightlife Shift |...

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2026/07/28

Calgary’s beloved Cowboys Dance Hall is closing after 30 years, signaling a broader shift in the city’s nightlife as Penny Lane Entertainment pivots to its high-profile Cowboys Music Festival. Rising costs, earlier peak drinking hours, and industry consolidation are driving patrons away from clubs toward daytime events and festivals — a trend reshaping how we experience live music and nightlife across Canada. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow:

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1:35

Mobile CT Unit Keeps Care Running | Calgary News

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2026/07/28

Saskatoon City Hospital is rolling out a mobile CT unit in the visitor parking lot to keep critical scans running while upgrading its main scanner—ready by mid-August, ensuring no patient misses out. The new, state-of-the-art machine, funded in just ten months by the hospital foundation and donors, will dramatically boost diagnostic power, all while maintaining seamless care with zero major disruptions. CT scans, vital for spotting tumors, clots, and more, rely on X-ray imaging to deliver fast,

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1:40

ADAP Cuts Leave Disabled Albertans Struggling |...

Calgary News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2026/07/28

Disability advocates in Alberta are staging protests over the new ADAP program, which has delayed payments and slashed benefits by $200 a month—money that’s already tight for many living paycheck to paycheck. Replacing the old AISH system in July, ADAP was meant to offer personalized support, but recipients say it’s left them worse off, struggling with rent and job discrimination. Advocates demand the government scrap ADAP and truly consult those it affects, arguing people with disabilities are

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1:36

Calgary Hosts 2026 Masters Cycling Championships |...

Calgary News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2026/07/28

Get ready for an epic cycling showdown this August as Calgary’s Tour de Bowness hosts the 2026 Canadian Masters Road Championships — the first in Alberta in four years! Three thrilling days of racing unfold from August 2nd to 4th, featuring a time trial in Cochrane, a brand-new road race outside Calgary, and a high-speed criterium finale in Bowness. With 300+ riders from across Canada competing in five-year age brackets (starting at 35+) and traditional elite categories still on deck, it’s a

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1:48

Manitoba Boosts Park Safety After Tragedy | Calgary News

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2026/07/28

Manitoba is urgently upgrading safety at Whiteshell Provincial Park after two young brothers were swept away in deadly rapids — triggering sweeping new measures including enclosed viewing areas, improved signage, and a province-wide review of high-risk trails to prevent future tragedies. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public

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1:30

Saskatoon's Gold Medal Pommel Horse Star | Calgary News

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2026/07/28

Saskatoon’s Jordan Carroll just stunned the world by winning gold in the pommel horse at the Commonwealth Games with a flawless 15.000 score, outshining his Scottish rival and making his debut on the international stage feel like a dream come true—especially with his dad cheering him on from the stands. His parents, both athletes, coached him in swimming before he found his passion in gymnastics, and their unwavering support fueled his rise. Jordan didn’t stop there—he also helped Canada clinch

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1:45

Rocky View Pauses Data Centre Push | Calgary News

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2026/07/28

Rocky View County has paused new data centre applications to craft a strategic roadmap amid rapid tech growth, aiming to balance innovation with accountability before fall’s regulatory framework is finalized—while some worry the pause could unintentionally stifle smaller local ventures as Alberta braces for a massive AI-driven data centre boom. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:advertise@thednn.ai This is

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1:24

Alberta’s Wettest Summer on Record | Calgary News

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2026/07/28

Alberta’s weather is going off the rails again—severe thunderstorms and tornado watches cover huge swaths of the province, especially around Edmonton, with baseball-sized hail, torrential rain, and dangerous winds brewing between 4 and 8 p.m. This follows a summer already drenched in record-breaking rain, with Edmonton officially experiencing its wettest summer on record—more precipitation than an entire average year, and July isn’t even over. The saturated ground and overwhelmed drainage

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1:35

Fort McMurray’s Oil Future in Flux | Calgary News

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2026/07/28

Fort McMurray, Canada’s oil sands heartland, faces a turbulent future as global energy shifts threaten its economy. A new report examines the fallout from a controversial agreement to double oil production—just as automation slashes jobs and demand for fossil fuels plummets. With companies consolidating, workers bracing for massive layoffs by 2040, and global events like Middle East conflicts both boosting Canadian oil’s appeal and accelerating the push to electric vehicles, the community is

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1:15

Tragic Incident at Shaganappi Point Station | Calgary...

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2026/07/28

A woman tragically died after walking onto train tracks at Shaganappi Point station around 4 PM Monday — despite the train operator sounding the horn and applying emergency brakes. Police are investigating, considering possible intoxication, and urgently seeking witnesses or anyone with information to help uncover what happened. If you were there and saw something, contact investigators or Crime Stoppers — your details could help bring clarity to this heartbreaking incident. Listen in

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