Justice Minister and Solicitor General talks about Bill 16, responds to NDP claim that ministers were unavailable to answer questions

Justice Minister and Solicitor General, Doug Schweitzer spoke with the Trending 55 Newsroom about Bill 16, introduced in the legislature this week. Schweitzer explains this legislation comes from months of consultations with rural residents about tackling crime.
COVID-19 UPDATE: May 29
On May 29, Alberta Health Services confirmed 22 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases in the province to 6,977. It was also reported that two people passed away in the last 24 hours.
Lesser Slave Lake MLA Pat Rehn talks about a fair deal, and thanks residents for efforts on containing COVID-19

The Trending 55 Newsroom catches up with Lesser Slave Lake MLA, Pat Rehn about the province’s pursuit of a fair deal in confederation. Rehn also thanks his constituents for doing their part to help limit the spread
Road Construction Underway In Big Lakes County
Road construction season has started in Big Lakes County. The Province announced a number of infrastructure improvements earlier this month in response to the recession brought on by the pandemic. The list of what work is being
John D’or Prairie Man In Custody After Alleged Shooting
Fort Vermilion RCMP have a man from John D’or Prairie in custody after an alleged shooting that happened early yesterday morning. Officers were dispatched to a 9-1-1 call just after 1 AM from a victim who had