History frequently shows up in the news. Whether it’s historic water rights or changes in zoning to protect historic homes, history impacts our everyday life in many ways. There’s a reason why the best reporters usually have a historian on speed dial for when they need the historic scoop on modern issues.

We hope you enjoy these three stories showing history in the news.

God and Water: The story of the southern Alberta town with first dibs on water.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l1kjSHgFdE0

‘Uncomfortable’ past: Famous Five sculpture in Olympic Plaza to be moved for redevelopment