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Kriete, Gregg weigh continuity vs. change in final Q&A
EPHRATA — After four rounds of questions on leadership, public safety, accountability and the future of the Grant …
As extreme weather increases, climate misinformation adapts
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Climate scientists
Oregon to allow indoor, full-contact sports despite surge
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — State officials say despite a fourth surge and rising numbers of patients hospitalized because of COVID-19, Oregon Gov. Kate Brown will ease restrictions by allowing “indoor full-contact sport…
White House offers new tax credit to help spur vaccinations
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden on Wednesday announced new employer tax credits and other steps to encourage people reluctant to be inoculated to get the COVID-19 vaccine as his administration tries to overco…
Garland announces sweeping police probe after Floyd verdict
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Justice Department is opening a sweeping investigation into policing practices in Minneapolis after a former officer was convicted in the killing of George Floyd there, Attorney General Merric…
EU outlines ambitious AI regulations focused on risky uses
LONDON (AP) — Risky uses of artificial intelligence that threaten people’s safety or rights such as live facial scanning should be banned or tightly controlled, European Union officials said Wednesday as they outli…
White House aims to make it easier for people to get vaccine
WASHINGTON (AP) — The White House is trying to overcome diminishing demand for COVID-19 shots by making it easier for Americans to get vaccinated even as the United States is set to meet President Joe Biden's goal …
More than 180 reported arrested in Navalny demonstrations
MOSCOW (AP) — Police across Russia have arrested more than 180 people in connection with demonstrations Wednesday in support of imprisoned opposition leader Alexei Navalny, a human rights group said. Many were seiz…
Garland announces police probe day after Floyd case verdict
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Justice Department is opening a sweeping investigation into policing practices in Minneapolis after a former officer was convicted in the killing of George Floyd there, Attorney General Merric…
Putin warns of 'quick and tough' Russian response for foes
MOSCOW (AP) — President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday sternly warned the West against encroaching further on Russia's security interests, saying Moscow's response will be “quick and tough” and make the culprits feel …
AP source: Garland to announce Minneapolis police probe
WASHINGTON (AP) — Attorney General Merrick Garland is expected to announce that the Justice Department is opening a sweeping investigation into policing practices in Minneapolis a day after a former officer was con…
AP source: DOJ to announce Minneapolis police probe
WASHINGTON (AP) — Attorney General Merrick Garland is expected to announce that the Justice Department is opening a sweeping investigation into policing practices in Minneapolis after the guilty verdict in George F…
Top Navalny associates detained ahead of protests in Russia
MOSCOW (AP) — Two close associates of Alexei Navalny were detained Wednesday ahead of protests planned to support the imprisoned Russian opposition leader, who has been on a hunger strike since March 31.
Growing sprouts at home: Moses Lake woman learns techniques for health benefits
With COVID still hanging around more than a year after it first surfaced in Washington, now is as good a time as any to try and boost your immune system. Sprou…
Rite of angling: Potholes Open takes to the water again
While the Potholes Bass Club holds seven tournaments a year, this is its 41st year doing an open tournament.
'Strong compass': Newly appointed Superior Court judge to put best foot forward
Tyson Hill can still clearly visualize the time he experienced an epiphany in law school.