Beyond Local

Health care, Alberta separatism and coal mining's environmental impacts take centre stage at the town hall in Okotoks.

Alberta has the second-highest number of measles infections in the country, with 1,179 reported as of Thursday, including 74 new cases over the last week.

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and Calgary Mayor Jyoti Gondek led an early morning crowd through a series of "Yahoos" to herald the start of the Calgary Stampede.

The PC’s previously had a 44-year run governing Alberta. That came to an end following the win of former NDP premier Rachel Notley in 2015. Following that election, the Wildrose party and PC’s formed the now United Conservative Party.

The companies are among five that are suing Alberta for a collective $16 billion.

Nav Canada said the early morning threats affected airports in Ottawa, Montreal, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Calgary and Vancouver.

Premier Danielle Smith says former deputy Calgary police chief Sat Parhar has been tapped to lead the new force, which the province will call the Alberta Sheriffs Police Service.

Two former members of Alberta's governing United Conservative Party are resuscitating the province's once-dominant Progressive Conservative Party.

In the world of rodeo, ranch bronc riding is offering women a new arena to showcase their skills and courage. From beginners to seasoned riders, women across Alberta are finding empowerment and adrenaline in this challenging sport.

In Alberta, firefighting crews continue to combat over 67 wildfires, with 18 of them designated as out of control.