Canada
Antisemitic Incidents in Canada Surge to Record High in 2025
Canada's antisemitic incidents hit a record 6,800 cases in 2025, with Jewish advocacy groups warning that anti-Jewish...
Samantha Goldstein
Senior ProducerSamantha Goldstein is the senior producer at WestNet News and Action News, overseeing editorial direction, investigative projects, and breaking news coverage across all platforms. Joining WestNet in 2012. She has produced award-winning coverage of the COVID-19 pandemic, Alberta's energy transition, Indigenous reconciliation, and federal elections. Her editorial leadership has guided WestNet News through its expansion from a regional outlet to a recognized voice in Canadian digital journalism.
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Canada
RCMP Pushes Back on Nova Scotia Government's Unsubstantiated Cannabis Claims
RCMP rejects Nova Scotia government claims about illegal cannabis dispensaries selling guns and people, saying there's...
USA
Remains Found in Tampa Bay Murder Investigation as AI Evidence Emerges
Remains found in Tampa Bay as murder suspect allegedly used ChatGPT to research body disposal methods before two...
Alberta
Oilers' Winger Crisis: Why Edmonton's Depth Scoring Collapse Could Cost Them in the Playoffs
Edmonton's winger group outside of Podkolzin and Kapanen is struggling in the 2026 playoffs, threatening the Oilers'...
Local
At 95, William Shatner Still Has Crowds Laughing in Calgary with Tales of Chaos, Celebrity Mishaps, and Life in the Spotlight
William Shatner delighted Calgary Expo crowds with wild tales of on-set chaos, celebrity mishaps, and unforgettable...
Canada
A Moment of Pure Hockey Magic: Calgary Flames' Dustin Wolf Wins Hearts with Viral Stick Gift
Calgary Flames goalie Dustin Wolf's heartwarming gift of his stick to a 10-year-old fan has captured Canadian hearts...
Sports
Senators' Playoff Dream Ends in Sweep as Injuries, Bad Luck Combine for Heartbreak
Ottawa Senators' playoff run ends in four-game sweep to Carolina Hurricanes, with injuries to key defencemen cited as a...
Local
GTA V Stars Reunite at Calgary Expo in Chaotic, No-Holds-Barred Panel
GTA V voice actors reunite at Calgary Expo for raucous Kings of Crime panel, bringing unrehearsed stories and sharp wit...
Canada
Trump Pulls Plug on Pakistan Peace Mission as Iran Ceasefire Durability Called into Question
Trump cancels Pakistan peace mission, questioning Iran ceasefire stability as diplomatic tensions escalate.
Sports
Blake Coleman's Calgary Future Uncertain as Flames Face Critical Offseason Decisions
Blake Coleman's future with the Calgary Flames could hinge on the upcoming NHL draft lottery, with management's...
Canada
Can Democracy Actually Handle AI? Canada's Political System Under Fire
Democracy experts warn Canada's political system may be incapable of governing AI equitably. They propose citizens'...
Alberta
Alberta Court Finds Crown Prosecutors Improperly Altered Expert Evidence in Sexual Assault Case
Alberta court halts sexual assault trial after prosecutors caught altering expert witness reports, raising concerns...