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23.03.2022 / 15:21

Russian forces continue attacks across Ukraine on Tuesday

The United Nations Secretary-General is urging an end to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine saying its people are “enduring a living hell.” This comes as Russian forces continue their siege of Mariupol, as the Ukrainian military refuses to back down. Kim Smith has the latest.

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Will Edmontonians still have to wear a mask when Alberta’s mandate is lifted?

Alberta could be lifting its mask mandate as early as next Tuesday, but people in Edmonton might need to mask-up for a bit longer. Despite what the province does, the city still has its own face covering bylaw in place. Kim Smith explains.

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Edmonton exploring its own municipal restrictions exemption program

Edmonton city council is weighing its options when it comes to introducing its own COVID-19 health measures. Councillors voted in favour Wednesday of exploring a municipal proof of vaccination program. Kim Smith explains.

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Edmonton pediatrician on why some children are being admitted to hospital with COVID-19

Alberta hospitals continue to see a surge in COVID-19 patients, with the province announcing another record high last week. Kim Smith spoke with Dr.

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Uncertainty in the school system as more teachers, students catch Omicron

It’s been two weeks since K to 12 students have been back in the classroom and already dozens of classes in Edmonton have shifted online and hundreds of teachers and students are isolating as the COVID-19 Omicron variant sweeps across Alberta.

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COVID-19: Some Edmonton classes move online

As cases of COVID-19 continue to mount in Alberta, schools are dealing with climbing student and teacher absences. On Monday, at least four classes in Edmonton shifted from in-person learning to online. Kim Smith explains.

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Edmonton Public board chair on back to school: ‘We are hanging on’

A lack of teachers in the classroom is a big concern for Edmonton Public Schools. Board chair Tricia Estabrooks spoke with media Tuesday for an update on back to school. Kim Smith reports.

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What happened to 91,000 KN95 masks donated to Alberta teachers?

A local Edmonton company is wondering what happened to its donation of masks to the Alberta school system. Med PPE Canada made a substantial donation and hopes the KN95s made it into the hands of teachers. Kim Smith reports.

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COVID-19: Some Edmonton schools taking steps to address air quality in classrooms

Calls have been growing from parents and community groups to improve the air quality in classrooms amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Now, some Edmonton schools are making changes. Kim Smith reports.

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COVID-19: No school this week for Alberta K-12 students

Kids in Alberta should have been back in class Monday following the holiday break. Instead, students in K-12 are home as the number of COVID-19 cases in the province surges and many working parents are trying to juggle the double duty.

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Alberta parents eager after Health Canada approves Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children aged 5-11

Alberta parents are eager to find out when their younger kids can be vaccinated against COVID-19, after Health Canada on Friday approved the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children aged 5-11. Kim Smith has more on the noon news.

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Alberta snowbirds wait hours at Coutts land crossing as U.S. border reopens Monday

Non-essential traffic is moving again across the U.S. land border after 20 months, but getting through customs took several hours for those at the Coutts crossing Monday morning. Kim Smith has more on what Alberta snowbirds should expect.

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COVID-19: U.S. opening land border to fully-vaccinated Canadians on Monday

Come Monday, the U.S. is opening its land border to Canadians who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Kim Smith has the details.

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Edmonton’s notorious Milla Pub destroyed by fire

An old and notorious pub north of downtown Edmonton went up in flames overnight Wednesday. Kim Smith reports live from the now-destroyed Milla Pub.

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Why parts of rural Alberta have lower COVID-19 vaccination rates

When looking at COVID-19 vaccination rates across Alberta, rural areas tend to be lower than in larger cities. Kim Smith spoke with a rural family doctor to learn more about why some rates might be lower, and about the concern the low uptake could trigger another wave of cases.

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Out-of-province health-care workers help expand capacity at Alberta hospitals

Nine Canadian Red Cross registered nurses have been deployed across Alberta, in addition to a team from Newfoundland and Labrador and nurses from the Canadian Armed Forces. Kim Smith explains where they are helping Alberta fight the fourth wave of COVID-19.

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Questions raised over Alberta’s version of a vaccine passport program

Alberta’s restrictions exemption program has left many businesses with questions and concerns over its implementation. Kim Smith breaks it down on the noon news.

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Nurse protest set to take place outside Royal Alexandra Hospital in Edmonton

An organization calling itself Canadian Frontline Nurses planned to hold demonstrations across Canada on Monday in protest of COVID-19 public health measures, including at the Royal Alexandra Hospital. Kim Smith joined the noon news live from outside the Edmonton hospital in advance of the gathering.

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Masks mandatory in all indoor spaces in Edmonton once again

Masks or face coverings are once again mandatory in all indoor public spaces in Edmonton. Kim Smith speaks with city councillor Andrew Knack about the decision to bring back some COVID-19 restrictions.

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First day back at school for thousands of Edmonton students

Thousands of students returned to in-person learning across Edmonton on Thursday, even as the COVID-19 pandemic stretches into another school year. Kim Smith explains how educators are working to keep students and staff safe.

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Post-secondary students return to class in Edmonton

Tens of thousands of students are returning to school across Edmonton, including on college campuses — where for some students, it might be their first time actually attending class in person since the pandemic began.

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Confusion around COVID-19 vaccines

Kim Smith speaks with Dr. Krishana Sankar on myths and facts around mixing COVID-19 vaccines.

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Edmonton restaurants reopening dining rooms as Alberta moves into Stage 2 of the ‘Open for Summer’ plan

Stage 2 of Alberta’s “Open for Summer” plan began on Thursday, which means restaurants are now open for in-person dining. Kim Smith joins the noon news live from Barb & Ernie’s Old Country Inn in south Edmonton.

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Premier Jason Kenney faces call to quit from inside the UCP

United Conservative senior backbencher Todd Loewen is publicly calling on Alberta Premier Jason Kenney to resign. Kim Smith explains.

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How long until a post-pandemic life?

With additional public health restrictions now in place, many Albertans are wondering how long they will need to stay in place. Kim Smith spoke with Dr.

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Excitement in the air as Albertans 30+ book COVID-19 vaccine appointments

On Thursday, all Albertans 30 and older became eligible to book a COVID-19 vaccine appointment — and many have done so. Kim Smith has more on the excitement.

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Alberta opening up COVID-19 vaccine access to general public ages 12+

Alberta is expanding mRNA vaccine eligibility to the general public after Health Canada approved the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine for children 12 and older on Wednesday. Kim Smith has the details.

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Alberta passes bill giving all workers paid leave to get COVID-19 vaccine shot

Alberta passed legislation Wednesday night that will give all workers three hours of paid leave to get a COVID-19 vaccination. Kim Smith reports live from the Edmonton Expo Centre mass vaccination site with more.

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How long until Alberta is out of the pandemic? Infectious disease specialist weighs in

As the number of COVID-19 cases continues to rise in our province, the race to vaccinate Albertans is ramping up. Kim Smith spoke with Dr.

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GraceLife Church fenced off as Alberta Health Service ‘physically closes’ Parkland County facility

Fences went up around GraceLife Church Wednesday morning as Alberta Health Services physically closed the building west of Edmonton for flouting the province’s COVID-19 health restrictions. Kim Smith reports live at noon with the latest.

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AHS erects fencing around GraceLife Church west of Edmonton

RCMP and members of Alberta Health Services were on scene at GraceLife Church west of Edmonton Wednesday morning to “physically close” the facility as temporary fencing was put up around the building. Kim Smith joins us with more.

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Dr. Darren Markland addresses Alberta’s P.1 variant outbreak

Although Alberta Health has not disclosed any details, the chief medical officer of health Dr. Deena Hinshaw tweeted Saturday that the province is investigating a significant COVID-19 outbreak in the province relating to the P.1 variant.

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Fort McMurray couple charged with sexual assault of infant

A Fort McMurray couple is facing several sexual assault-related charges after police said an infant victim was sexually assaulted. Kim Smith has the details.

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New quarantine rules crack down on non-essential travel in Canada

The federal government is rolling out a slew of new measures to prevent more infectious COVID-19 variants from spreading in Canada, including mandatory hotel quarantines and a grounding of flights to sunny destinations until the end of April. Kim Smith has more from the Edmonton International Airport.

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Why setting a weight loss goal is not a good idea

The new year is a time when fitness resolutions are typically in full swing. Dr. Angela Grace, from the Eating Disorder Support Network of Alberta, spoke with Kim Smith about why setting a weight loss goal for 2021 is not a good idea.

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Edmonton’s Candy Cane Lane will be drive-thru only this year due to COVID-19

Edmonton’s Candy Cane Lane has been a favourite for decades — but due to COVID-19 restrictions, the sidewalks will be closed to pedestrians this year and those attending will only be allowed to drive through the attraction in the Crestwood neighbourhood. Kim Smith reports.

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Alberta’s former CMOH among doctors forming their own pandemic response committee

A group of Edmonton doctors are forming their own pandemic response committee amid decrease in public trust in the Alberta government — and one of the chairs of the committee is Alberta’s previous chief medical officer of health.

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Jason Kenney says mandatory mask would trigger backlash

Premier Jason Kenney said the Alberta government is not going to make masks mandatory because he thinks rural Albertans would ignore it and it would trigger a backlash. Kim Smith explains on the noon news.

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COVID-19 taking toll on mental health

New targeted restrictions in Alberta meant to bring spiking COVID-19 cases under control could be once again taking a toll on our mental health. Kim Smith spoke with Dr.

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United States	Cases: 46 252 513 Deaths: 750 423 Recovered: 0
India	Cases: 34 321 025 Deaths: 459 652 Recovered: 0
Brazil	Cases: 21 835 785 Deaths: 608 235 Recovered: 0
United Kingdom	Cases: 9 215 683 Deaths: 141 607 Recovered: 0
Russia	Cases: 8 494 589 Deaths: 237 619 Recovered: 0