Local News
New construction breaks ground at Barker Road
A $26 million project began at the Barker Road train intersection in Spokane Valley. It's a hefty investment leading to long-term safety and economic benefits for the city.
Jill Biden arrives in Washington state to tour bases
First lady Jill Biden arrived in Washington state Monday to tour military bases and meet with service families.
North Idaho sex offender arrested in Florida after 21 years on the run
The man considered to be Idaho's longest absconded sex offender was arrested Friday, living under an assumed name in Florida.
Kootenai Health expands vaccine eligibility to anyone with 'increased risk medical conditions'
Due to an abundance of COVID vaccine, Kootenai Health is expanding vaccine appointments to anyone age 18-64 with an "increased risk medical condition."
National and World News
Hawaii lawmakers considering nation's highest income tax
HONOLULU (AP) — Hawaii is considering overtaking California as the state with the highest income tax rate in the nation, under legislation slated for a vote this week.
The Latest: New Zealand opens 1st big vaccination clinic
WELLINGTON, New Zealand — New Zealand has opened its first large vaccination clinic as it scales up efforts to protect people from the coronavirus.
Asian shares trade mixed on recovery hopes, yield worries
TOKYO (AP) — Asian shares were mixed Tuesday, cheered by the imminent passage of the U.S. stimulus package, although that optimism was tempered by worries about inflation and the coronavirus pandemic.
NY attorney general names team that will investigate Cuomo
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — New York Attorney General Letitia James on Monday appointed a former federal prosecutor and an employment lawyer to investigate allegations that Gov. Andrew Cuomo sexually harassed female aides.
Kentucky judge dismisses charges against Breonna Taylor's boyfriend, Kenneth Walker III
A Kentucky judge on Monday dismissed charges against Kenneth Walker III, the boyfriend of Breonna Taylor who was killed by police when a "no-knock" search warrant was executed on her home in Louisville on March 13, 2020.Walker was accused of…
Twitter sues Texas AG, claiming retaliation for Trump ban
DALLAS (AP) — Twitter has filed a lawsuit against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, claiming the Republican used his office to retaliate against it for banning the account of former President Donald Trump following the riot at the U.S. Capitol.
US lets Venezuelans stay temporarily, will review sanctions
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration said Monday it is offering temporary legal residency to several hundred thousand Venezuelans who fled their country’s economic collapse and will review U.S. sanctions intended to isolate the South American nation.
Trump, RNC clash over using his name in fundraising
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Republican National Committee is defending its right to use former President Donald Trump's name in fundraising appeals after he demanded they put an end to the practice.
