Public Safety Minister Mike Ellis announced plans to add more provincial appointees to the Edmonton Police Commission, citing the need to maintain effective policing in Alberta. The move comes as the government provides additional funding for police officers in high-risk areas. This decision has sparked concern from Councilor Michael Janz, who believes it will consolidate UCP control over police commissions and provide assurance for Chief Dale McFee.
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Roberta Flack, Grammy-winning singer, dies at 88
Roberta Flack, the Grammy-winning singer and pianist known for her intimate vocal style, passed away at the age of 88. She rose to fame in the 1970s with hits like "The First Time I Ever Saw Your Face" and "Killing Me Softly With His Song," becoming a prominent figure in both music and civil rights movements. Flack's legacy as a versatile and influential artist is remembered by her many admirers and fellow musicians. Full Article
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