Asked about recent ICE arrests, the governor said he demanded that ICE explain who was detained and why, described reports of workers taken from job sites and called the policy 'cruel'; he also said the state's Protect Act offers limited protection for roadside detentions.

Alberta faces a teachers' strike as last-minute negotiations continue. Families brace for disruption.

District staff told the board that transportation remains a significant open need with an optimal target of 940 drivers and roughly 361 vacancies; staff described pay, sign-on and retention bonuses and CDL training as recruitment tools.

A Calgary couple faced unprecedented travel chaos after a WestJet strike disrupted their anniversary trip to San Francisco, resulting in them arriving home three days late and missing their youngest child's second birthday. Matt and Sarah Krakowski booked their trip in January, departing Calgary on July 29 and planning to return on August 2. However, the strike led to the cancellation of all 494 WestJet flights on August 2, forcing the couple to endure a series of rebooked flights that ultimately stranded them in Anaheim, California. The couple's itinerary involved multiple layovers, including a nine-hour overnight stay in Seattle, before finally reaching Calgary on August 5. The ordeal not only cost them over $1,000 in additional expenses but also resulted in missed workdays and the loss of pre-paid travel activities. The couple expressed frustration with WestJet's lack of communication and the airline's inability to provide adequate compensation for the emotional and financial toll. While the strike ended with a tentative deal between WestJet and the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), passengers like the Krakowskis highlight the human cost of labor disputes, emphasizing that no travel credit can replace the missed milestone of a child's birthday. The incident underscores the broader impact of airline strikes on families and the limitations of current regulations, which only require airlines to cover air travel costs, not additional expenses incurred during delays.

Committee discusses costs and procedures for schools to collect immigration data on students.

After testimony from petitioner Dominic LaPreme, his counsel and family, the board voted 4–1 to recommend a pardon to the governor, noting restrictions that impede his business and family life (including contracts on military bases and travel to Canada).

Most times, I typically write about the parents who are caught in the nightmare of alienation, and even the children who suffer just as deeply.

Judge highlights consequences of domestic violence and urges reflection on abusive behavior.

Parents voice frustrations about the impact of Ed France School's potential closure on families.

Adi Lieberman honored by Los Angeles City Council for his dedicated service and leadership.

McKinney routes adjust drop-off times to 06:45 if transitioning to a four-day week.