- An Ontario judge has ruled that the downing of Flight 752 by Iran's Revolutionary Guards was a deliberate act of terrorism. The decision "effectively allows the families in Canada to seek damages" from Iran, reports Global News. The plane crash killed 13 Edmontonians in 2019.
- The mishandling of several issues over the past year has caused a rift between Edmonton's Black community and police, reports City News.
- Edmonton teacher and community activist Augustine Marah announced his bid for mayor on Thursday. He is focusing on five key issues: job creation, youth inclusion in employment, advocating for frontline workers, reducing homelessness, and investing in the art and music scene.
- The federal government is providing a $46.5-million loan to developers working on a 248-unit rental complex in Abbottsfield. At least 20% of the units will be made affordable.
- A new training camp is encouraging women to join Edmonton Fire Rescue Services. Camp Inspire is meant to "promote firefighting as a viable career for women and gender diverse communities."
- Dr. Deena Hinshaw is asking Albertans to take it easy this weekend so that they can enjoy the summer ahead, reports the CBC. Meanwhile, parks officials are asking people to stop visiting Elk Island National Park on weekends due to capacity issues.
- Fully vaccinated Albertans no longer have to self-isolate if they come into close contact with someone who has COVID-19 and don't have symptoms, the province announced on Thursday.
