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May 28, 2020 2:03 p.m.

Court denies request to revive US pipeline permit program

BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) — A U.S. appeals court on Thursday turned down a request by the Trump administration and energy industry groups to revive a permit program for new oil and gas pipelines that had been canceled by a lower court.

June 4, 2020 9:06 a.m.

Landslide in Arctic Norway sweeps away 8 homes

COPENHAGEN, Denmark (AP) — Jan Egil Bakkedal had just prepared himself a sandwich when he heard a huge noise and realized that it was a landslide after which he ran out and filmed it from a nearby hill in Arctic Norway.

May 23, 2020 5:27 p.m.

Former PNG prime minister arrested over corruption charges

PORT MORESBY, Papua New Guinea (AP) — The former prime minister of Papua New Guinea has been arrested and taken in for questioning over alleged misappropriation and corruption involving the purchase of two generators from Israel.

LETTER: Warden SD right to address mental health
November 2, 2023 1:30 p.m.

LETTER: Warden SD right to address mental health

The Warden School District should be commended for securing funding to help address their students’ behavioral and mental health needs. Araceli Flores, the new student assistance professional, states that “many young people face significant challenges, often in silence…” Ms. Flores states that she will provide services to address, among other things, academics, and mental health.

January 16, 2020 5:05 a.m.

Legal experts: Polish law undermines judicial independence

WARSAW, Poland (AP) — European legal experts say a proposed law in Poland that gives politicians the authority to fire or fine judges would further undermine judicial independence in the country and violates European Union principles.

January 21, 2020 10:35 a.m.

Inhofe says wife suffered mild stroke, 'progressing nicely'

TULSA, Okla. (AP) — Oklahoma Sen. Jim Inhofe said Tuesday that his wife, Kay, suffered what he described as a mild stroke last week, causing the Republican to miss the first day of impeachment trial proceedings.

January 22, 2020 3:35 p.m.

California governor urges judge to reject PG&E bankruptcy

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — California Gov. Gavin Newsom is urging a federal judge to reject Pacific Gas and Electric's blueprint for getting out of bankruptcy and renewing his threat to lead a bid to turn the beleaguered utility into a government-run operation.

January 9, 2020 1:55 p.m.

Oscars to go hostless for 2nd straight year on ABC

PASADENA, Calif. (AP) — The Oscars are going without a host again this year.

January 14, 2020 12:05 a.m.

Moran signs onto proposal on dismissing impeachment articles

WASHINGTON (AP) — Kansas Sen. Jerry Moran has joined other Republicans in cosponsoring a resolution that would allow senators to dismiss the House's articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump.

January 13, 2020 10:35 a.m.

Greece orders anti-abortion ads removed from Athens metro

ATHENS, Greece (AP) — Greece's center-right government ordered the removal of anti-abortion posters put up Monday in Athens underground billboards under a paid public awareness campaign by a pro-life group.

January 13, 2020 4:35 p.m.

Moran signs onto proposal on dismissing impeachment articles

WASHINGTON (AP) — Kansas Sen. Jerry Moran has joined other Republicans in cosponsoring a resolution that would allow senators to dismiss the House's articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump.

Grant County PUD Commissioner Walker dies
August 9, 2021 1:30 p.m.

Grant County PUD Commissioner Walker dies

Grant County PUD Commissioner Dale Walker, 75, died Sunday from complications with lung cancer, according to a release from the PUD on Monday.

MLSD board president to continue talks with Meek
August 20, 2021 2:36 p.m.

MLSD board president to continue talks with Meek

The decision to authorize Vickey Melcher to continue talks was made after a two-hour, closed-door executive session called at 9 a.m.

August 18, 2022 1:08 p.m.

Soap Lake man arrested on outstanding warrants

SOAP LAKE — In a joint effort, the Soap Lake Police Department and Grant County Sheriff’s Office arrested 30-year-old James Ghent of Soap Lake on outstanding felony warrants Wednesday morning, according to a press release from the Grant County Sheriff’s Office. The press release by GCSO stated Ghent was in possession of tools commonly used in burglaries...

Grant County PUD commissioners choose new general manager/CEO
February 9, 2022 1 a.m.

Grant County PUD commissioners choose new general manager/CEO

EPHRATA — Grant County Public Utility District commissioners voted 5-0 Tuesday to elect interim Grant County PUD General Manager/Chief Executive Officer Rich Wallen for the permanent GM/CEO position.

April 18, 2020 12:03 a.m.

OR Leg board looks to approve millions for coronavirus aid

SALEM, Ore. (AP) — Oregon lawmakers are looking to convene a special remote hearing to approve tens of millions of dollars of aid to those affected by the coronavirus outbreak, including hospitals, rentals and workers.

April 19, 2020 12:09 a.m.

OR Leg board looks to approve millions for coronavirus aid

SALEM, Ore. (AP) — Oregon lawmakers are looking to convene a special remote hearing to approve tens of millions of dollars of aid to those affected by the coronavirus outbreak, including hospitals, rentals and workers.

March 22, 2020 1:05 a.m.

Strong earthquake shakes Croatia, damages buildings

ZAGREB, Croatia (AP) — A strong earthquake shook Croatia and its capital on Sunday, causing widespread damage and panic. Some casualties were reported.

April 4, 2020 3:03 p.m.

Ex-Honduran leader caught in FIFA scandal dies in U.S.

MEXICO CITY (AP) — A former president of Honduras who was convicted in the FIFA soccer bribery scandal died in the United States on Saturday.

April 5, 2020 12:03 a.m.

Ex-Honduran leader caught in FIFA scandal dies in U.S.

MEXICO CITY (AP) — A former president of Honduras who was convicted in the FIFA soccer bribery scandal died in the United States on Saturday.