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Calgary News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
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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 snapshot of what’s happening across the city.
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Manitoba Man Gets Partial Reimbursement | Calgary News
Yesterday00:02:00Tap to summarizeA Manitoba man, Tom Molinski, finally got some relief after a grueling battle with the healthcare system—he received a $24,000 check from Manitoba Health for a life-changing spinal surgery he paid for out of pocket in Germany. Struggling with unbearable pain and incontinence, he was denied timely care at home, even facing a physiotherapist who refused to see him in person. After his successful surgery abroad, he fought for reimbursement, only to be denied twice—despite an appeal board calling his case “deeply concerning.” Though the province admits systemic failures and hints at future compensation in extreme cases, Molinski says the process was agonizingly slow and that patients deserve support when the system fails them. 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 reporting.Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/513b433dc9191744
Transcribe →Quebec Wants Compensation for Lost Labrador | Calgary News
Yesterday00:01:33Tap to summarizeQuebec’s Parti Québécois is threatening to renegotiate the Churchill Falls energy deal if they win the fall election — but they’re also demanding compensation for Labrador, which they claim was unfairly ceded to Newfoundland a century ago. Newfoundland insists the border issue is settled and rejects the historical claim, while Quebec’s Liberals warn that picking fights with other provinces isn’t the priority when energy reliability is at stake. 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 reporting.Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4eed34d26f5b9c97
Transcribe →Calgary Surge Turn Tide Against Vancouver | Calgary News
Yesterday00:01:33Tap to summarizeCalgary Surge are on fire, riding a six-game winning streak and pulling off a gritty 93-86 home win over Vancouver — their third victory against the Bandits this season. With playoff hopes revived, the team’s balanced point guard duo of Armani Chaney and Sincere Carry is leading the charge, while Vancouver’s coach blamed questionable fourth-quarter calls for the loss. Now sitting two games behind Edmonton with four games left, the Surge need their passionate home crowd to roar them into the postseason — especially with back-to-back matchups against the Stingers this weekend. 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 reporting.Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/13589ae92f86e763
Transcribe →Calgary’s Zoning Surprise | Calgary News
Yesterday00:01:48Tap to summarizeCalgary’s city council is quietly considering letting a few hundred properties keep their higher-density zoning—even after voting to repeal citywide rezoning in April. The move aims to avoid legal chaos for projects already underway or approved, but it’s sparking outrage among residents who thought the repeal meant permanent low-density neighborhoods. While officials say they’re bound by legal obligations and can’t risk invalidating completed applications, many feel blindsided and fear future development without clear direction. Council now faces a tough balancing act: honoring legal commitments while respecting community concerns. 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 reporting.Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/63571979f13b9f7c
Transcribe →Pentagon Requests $67B Amid Escalating War | Calgary News
Yesterday00:01:46Tap to summarizeThe Pentagon is requesting a staggering $37.5 billion for ongoing operations through September, with even more at stake as part of Trump’s $67 billion defense ask — including $21 billion to ramp up missile production, $2 billion to replace combat losses, and $11 billion for cutting-edge tech like drones and satellites. Democrats are pushing back, warning of soaring costs and waning public support, while Pentagon chief Hegseth defends the funding as a “generational” investment — even accusing a senator of “Trump derangement syndrome.” Meanwhile, tensions escalate on the ground as Iran-backed groups threaten Red Sea shipping, and the war, which began February 28, shows signs of renewed violence after a fragile ceasefire. 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 reporting.Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f089de5c94742873
Transcribe →U.S. Tariffs Target 60 Nations | Calgary News
Yesterday00:01:43Tap to summarizeThe U.S. is preparing to slap new 10-12.5% tariffs on 60 countries, replacing expiring ones and targeting nations accused of failing to combat forced labor — a move likely to spark trade tensions with EU, China, Japan, and others. The administration cites existing U.S. laws banning forced labor goods, while also quietly ramping up pressure on Canada with a 50% tariff looming — all amid stalled NAFTA talks and unanswered questions about industrial capacity investigations. 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 reporting.Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d905c1a8ff844fd6
Transcribe →Calgary’s First Dementia-Inclusive Park | Calgary News
Yesterday00:01:48Tap to summarizeCalgary’s launching Canada’s first dementia-inclusive park this fall — the Martin Family Legacy Gardens — designed to empower those living with dementia and their caregivers through sensory-rich, navigable spaces that celebrate what they can still do, not what they can’t, offering a vital “third space” for connection, calm, and community. 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 reporting.Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ee628396b6c487c6
Transcribe →Provinces Break Down Alcohol Trade Walls | Calgary News
Yesterday00:01:45Tap to summarizeAlberta and eight other provinces are breaking down booze trade walls, letting you buy craft beer and spirits straight from the source—no matter where you are in the country. This major move, building on a 2025 agreement, opens new markets for small producers and levels the playing field across Canada. From Saskatchewan’s craft brews to BC’s distilleries, your favorite local makers can now reach customers nationwide. It’s a bold step toward a unified Canadian alcohol market—especially as new tariffs loom on Canadian goods south of the border. 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 reporting.Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/83067d94afb6696e
Transcribe →Search for Missing Calgary Boy Intensifies | Calgary News
Yesterday00:01:36Tap to summarizeCalgary police are urgently searching for 11-year-old non-verbal autistic boy Parker, missing since Thursday, with a multi-agency effort covering 7,000+ km and guided by video sightings in Thorncliffe. Authorities urge the public not to approach him but to call 911 immediately, and warn against citizen-led searches near his last known location to avoid disrupting the investigation. A 25,000-member Facebook group supports the search, while police stress submitting tips only through official channels. The family remains hopeful, calling Parker resourceful, as the community rallies behind this heartbreaking, high-stakes search. 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 reporting.Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a1c21de86c3558e5
Transcribe →Bridge Opens, Celebrations Pause | Calgary News
Yesterday00:01:43Tap to summarizeThe Gordie Howe International Bridge opens July 27th — a $6.4 billion game-changer connecting Windsor and Detroit — but Canada’s skipping joint celebrations amid rising U.S. trade tensions, including a looming 50% tariff on Canadian goods. While the U.S. had previously blocked a June ceremony, a new deal secured the July date, though details remain murky. Canada will celebrate internally on July 24th, underscoring that even amid friction, the bridge remains a vital economic lifeline. 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 reporting.Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1f8d2f72cafcad9a
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