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Ray Kurzweil: Humans will be hybrids by 2030
Kurzweil predicts that humans will become hybrids in the 2030s. That means our brains will be able to connect directly to the cloud, where there will be thousands of computers, and those computers will augment our existing intelligence. He said the brain will connect via nanobots -- tiny robots made from DNA strands.
Warming on W.: More Americans like George W. Bush than dislike
The latest CNN/ORC Poll found warning signs for former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush, but for his brother, former President George W. Bush, the poll reveals some happier news: For the first time in a decade, more Americans say they like him than dislike him.
Bush now more popular than Obama
President Barack Obama's job approval numbers are sinking as American attitudes about the nation's progress have taken a turn for the worse, according to a new CNN/ORC poll. A majority of the public once again say things in the U.S. are going pretty badly and disapproval of Obama's job performance has climbed back above 50% as well. In fact, former President George W. Bush is more popular than Obama.
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Baltimore school lunch is now free to all children
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House votes to block Obama from defending immigration actions in court
The House on Wednesday endorsed a proposal to block the Obama administration from further pursuing its legal defense of the president’s executive actions to shield illegal immigrants from deportation. Rep. Steve King’s (R-Iowa) amendment to the annual funding bill for the Justice Department passed on a party-line, 222-204 vote. Nineteen Republicans voted with all Democrats in opposition.
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Yes, ESPN Did Pick Caitlyn Jenner Ahead of Iraq War Vet and Amputee Noah Galloway for the ESPY Courage AwardYesterday evening, the Washington Post ran a short post by Des Beiler “debunking” a popular meme — launched by Boston Herald columnist and radio show host Gerry Callahan — that ESPN passed over Iraq War vet and double amputee Noah Galloway — a crossfit athlete, distance runner, and recent third-place finisher on “Dancing With the Stars.”
Yes, ESPN Did Pick Caitlyn Jenner Ahead of Iraq War Vet and Amputee Noah Galloway for the ESPY Courage AwardYesterday evening, the Washington Post ran a short post by Des Beiler “debunking” a popular meme — launched by Boston Herald columnist and radio show host Gerry Callahan — that ESPN passed over Iraq War vet and double amputee Noah Galloway — a crossfit athlete, distance runner, and recent third-place finisher on “Dancing With the Stars.”
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Formerly Homeless Chicago Teen Mom Is Now Valedictorian Who’s Been Awarded Over $600,000 in Scholarships
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Body camera video from January officer involved shooting released
Body camera footage of an exchange of gunfire between a deputy and a man he chased on foot appears to back the version of events released earlier by Spokane County Sheriff’s officials. The Liberty Lake Police Department on Wednesday released two body camera videos that captured the shooting of Christopher R. Myers in the parking lot of a gas station on Barker Road just north of Interstate 90 on Jan. 30.
Hagadone proposes second resort tower
The owners of the Coeur d’Alene Resort want the city to vacate part of a street next to the hotel so they can build a new tower on the spot.
CdA Tribe sues state to enforce ‘instant racing’ repeal bill
The Coeur d’Alene Tribe is asking the Idaho Supreme Court to declare Gov. Butch Otter’s attempted, but belated, veto of the instant racing repeal bill invalid, and enforce the law banning the slot machine-like devices on its effective date of July 1.
Officials: Dozens of labs received potentially live anthrax
The problem of unintended shipments of potentially live anthrax spores over the past decade is worse than first believed, officials said Wednesday. Officials said it’s possible that shipments were sent to more than four dozen laboratories in the U.S. and abroad. That’s about twice the estimate of last week.
Alaska Airlines will test jet fuel made from wood waste
Alaska Airlines says it will fly a demonstration flight next year using 1,000 gallons of a biofuel made from wood waste in Northwest forests. The jet biofuel is being developed by the Washington State University-led Northwest Advanced Renewables Alliance using tree branches left after a timber harvests. The five-year project is being supported by the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Woman struck by slow-moving train in Idaho
An 65-year-old woman is in the hospital this morning after she stepped in front of a slow-moving train in Athol, Idaho.
Sandpoint woman dies in accident on Highway 95
A Sandpoint woman died in a three-car accident Tuesday afternoon at 4:18 p.m. on U.S. Highway 95 in North Idaho. Alexander C. Hjelt, 24, of Post Falls, was headed north on Highway 95 near West Elmira Road when he failed to stop for the traffic ahead of him. His 2014 Chevy Silverado hit the rear of Kathleen Ginter’s 1993 Saturn SL 4-door, pushing it into the southbound lanes. A 2010 Mercury Marquis, driven by Shaya Hall, 22, of Moyie Springs, Idaho, was headed south and hit Ginter’s car on the passenger side. Ginter’s car rolled into the ditch on the west side of the highway. Ginter, 60, was taken to Bonner General Hospital, but died from her injuries, the Idaho State Police said in a news release.
Police: $100,000 in product taken in Seattle pot heist
Seattle police say two burglars grabbed more than $100,000 worth of marijuana products during an overnight heist at three medical marijuana businesses.
President signs NSA legislation into law
Congress approved sweeping changes Tuesday to surveillance laws enacted after the Sept. 11 attacks, eliminating the National Security Agency’s disputed bulk phone-records collection program and replacing it with a more restrictive measure to keep the records in phone companies’ hands. Two days after Congress let the phone-records collection and several other anti-terror programs expire, the Senate’s 67-32 vote sent the legislation to President Barack Obama, who signed it Tuesday night.
City Council rejects paying $300,000 for soil cleanup at Grand Hotel
A proposal to use city funds to pay for more than $300,000 in environmental cleanup at the Davenport Grand Hotel was shot down this week by Spokane City Council members, who argued that doing so would be unconstitutional and set a bad precedent for other polluted properties the city has previously owned.
Wild morel mushrooms having banner year
The mild Inland Northwest winter and early spring sunshine, coupled with moderate temperatures and rainfall, created optimal growing conditions for wild morels, which Washington State University researchers say are having a banner year.
Pasco ex-policeman arrested in 1986 Spokane killing
Spokane police have arrested a former Pasco police officer suspected of strangling a woman in 1986. Detectives brought Richard J. Aguirre, 51, to the Spokane County Jail, where he awaits formal murder charges in the killing of Ruby Doss.
Black, Jewish WWI beroes finally receive Medals of Honor
Declaring it’s never too late to make things right, President Barack Obama posthumously bestowed the Medal of Honor on two World War I veterans whose heroic acts nearly 100 years ago went unrecognized in an age of discrimination. In a tearful, joyful East Room ceremony recalling the battlefield triumphs as well as the prejudices of 20th century America, Sgt. William Shemin and Pvt. Henry Johnson were recognized with the nation’s highest military decoration for saving their comrades on French front lines. Shemin was Jewish and Johnson was black.
In brief: Louisiana eliminates billing of rape victims for examination
The common practice of billing rape victims for their medical exams should come to an end under changes to Louisiana law passed by state lawmakers.
Bison seriously injures man near Yellowstone’s Old Faithful
For the second time in three weeks, a bison seriously injured a tourist in Yellowstone National Park who apparently underestimated how quickly the big, burly animals can move when they’re miffed.
Over 400 still missing from capsized cruise ship in China
Hopes dimmed today for rescuing more than 400 people still trapped aboard a capsized river cruise ship that overturned in stormy weather Monday, as hundreds of rescuers searched the Yangtze River site in what could become the deadliest Chinese maritime accident in decades.
Californians using less water ahead of mandatory cuts
Californians are using less water, but they’ll have to conserve a lot more to reach the mandatory drought cuts taking effect this month, according to the latest numbers released Tuesday.
Exiled Yemen leader agrees to talks
Yemen’s exiled President Abed Rabbo Mansour Hadi has agreed to travel to Geneva for peace talks with Shiite rebels who have taken over large swaths of his country, an aide to the embattled leader said Tuesday. A U.N. official said it is hoped the talks will begin by June 10.
FBI air fleet watches from above
The FBI is operating a small air force with scores of low-flying planes across the country using video and sometimes cellphone surveillance technology – all hidden behind fictitious companies that are fronts for the government, the Associated Press has learned.
More than 10M enrolled this year under Obama’s health law
More than 10 million people have signed up for private health insurance this year under President Barack Obama’s law, the administration said Tuesday. That puts the nation finally within reach of coverage for all, but it may not last.
High stakes for Bush, Rubio in presidential primary
Leading Republican presidential prospects faced off at an event Tuesday in battleground Florida, a state that could prove pivotal to the Florida heavyweights seeking the nomination, not to mention any rival who manages to win here instead.
Copter chartered by aid group crashes in Nepal, killing four
A helicopter chartered by Doctors Without Borders crashed Tuesday in quake-damaged northeast Nepal and four people on board were killed, police and the aid group said.
In brief: Sale of paintings raises $1 million for museum
Washington State University’s Museum of Art has brought in more than $1 million from the sale of two paintings. The museum sold the paintings by New Mexico genre painter Walter Ufer at an auction April 28. “House on the Hill,” painted in 1920, sold for $190,000, and “Indian Encounter,” painted in 1926, sold for $850,000.
Riverfront Park fest a thank-you to voters
To thank Spokane voters for approving a tax for renovations at Riverfront Park, the city will host a celebration there Saturday with free rides, live music, $1 hot dogs and a beer garden.
Art planned as tribute to 1858 horse slaughter
A community art project in Huntington Park will pay tribute to the hundreds of horses that were slaughtered in an act of aggression along the banks of the Spokane River by the U.S. government against Native American tribes.
Triple homicide suspect appears in court; $3 million bail set
The man accused of killing his in-laws and setting their rural Spokane County home on fire after his wife spoke with him about divorce will remain in custody of the Spokane County Jail on $3 million bond. Roy Murry, 30, remained handcuffed for his brief appearance before Spokane County District Court Judge Vance Peterson on Tuesday. Murry is suspected of shooting Spokane Fire Department Lt. Terry Canfield; Canfield’s wife, Lisa Canfield; and her son, John Constable, to death before burning the Canfield home southeast of Deer Park on May 26.
Rains drench region
The Coeur d’Alene Airport in Hayden received more than 2 inches of rain in Monday’s storm. In some parts of Hayden, more than twice that amount fell. A woman living in Hayden sent a photograph of her rain gauge to the weather service’s Spokane office, which posted it on its Facebook page. It showed 4.75 inches of rain.
Spokane man’s bail set after police shootout
A man shot by police during an exchange of gunfire outside his northwest Spokane home appeared in court Tuesday and will face charges of first-degree assault. Craig S. Burton, 25, had been hospitalized after Spokane police Officer Nick Spolski shot him once after Burton reportedly fired multiple times at police while shouting, “Do it,” according to court records.
Theater gunman called crisis line before rampage
James Holmes lingered outside a suburban Denver movie theater for a moment or two, thinking someone at a mental health hotline might talk him out of killing people he didn’t know, or that the FBI might swoop in and stop him, he told a psychiatrist last year.
In brief: Commercial vehicles to be inspected for safety
For the next 72 hours, 10,000 federal, state, provincial and local inspectors will examine commercial vehicles throughout North America. The inspections are part of International Roadcheck, which kicked off Tuesday at the Spokane port of entry station at the state line. This year, inspections will focus on cargo securement, although inspectors will do full vehicle inspections.
Woman sentenced for selling pills
A 28-year-old Post Falls woman will spend the next three years in prison after pleading guilty to a federal charge of illegally selling prescription painkillers. Fawnie L. Bracamonte was sentenced Tuesday to 40 months in prison and three years of probation by U.S. District Court Judge Edward L. Lodge.
Eighteen apply for temporary Spokane Valley City Council seat
Eighteen applicants are vying for the chance to temporarily fill an open Spokane Valley City Council seat. The position is open because council member Bill Bates is on medical leave. The temporary member will serve until Bates returns to the council or for one year, whichever comes first.
Bonner County to buy, raze house in floodwayA $509,000 federal grant will allow Bonner County to purchase and raze a home that was improperly built in the Pack River’s floodway, potentially jeopardizing other local landowners’ ability to get flood insurance.
Wal-Mart is raising starting wages for more than 100,000 U.S. department managers and workers in its deli and other specialized departments. The moves mark the next wave of pay raises by the nation’s largest private employer, which has been under pressure from labor-backed groups for the treatment of its workers. In February, it announced it was increasing minimum wages for entry-level and long-term hourly employees to at least $10 an hour by February. That increase affected 500,000 of its 1.3 million U.S. workers.
IRS upgrades at issue in data breach’s wake
The IRS failed to implement dozens of security upgrades to its computer systems, some of which could have made it more difficult for hackers to use an IRS website to steal tax information from 104,000 taxpayers, a government investigator told Congress on Tuesday.
Disney toys will put emphasis on action
Walt Disney Co. unveiled a new toy line that combines motion sensors and wearable technology to encourage kids to run outside and play.
In brief: Minorities paid less in retail jobs, study finds
African-American and Latino cashiers, salespeople and first-line managers are paid less, are less likely to be promoted off the floor and more likely to be poorer than their white counterparts in the retail industry, a new study showed Tuesday.
U.S. factory orders take plunge in April
U.S. factory orders tumbled in April, a sign that manufacturers are struggling amid a stronger dollar and cheaper oil.
Nestle drops artificial flavors from some lines
Nestle USA said Tuesday it will remove artificial flavors from products in the DiGiorno, Tombstone, California Pizza Kitchen, Jack’s, Hot Pockets and Lean Pockets lines by the end this year.
Fired Men’s Wearhouse founder starts service
Men’s Wearhouse founder George Zimmer, who was ousted from the suit retailer two years ago, still wants you to “like the way you look.” But this time, you don’t have to walk into a store to do so. Zimmer launched zTailors this week, a company that sends clothing tailors to homes or offices.
Ex-Domino’s chief named Toys R Us CEO
The chairman and CEO of Toys R Us is retiring and will be succeeded by an executive with experience in taking companies public. The privately held toy retailer said Tuesday that David Brandon will take over from Antonio Urcelay on July 1.
Rising prices ease eurozone concerns
For the first time this year, consumer prices across the 19-country eurozone are rising, easing fears that the region is set for a prolonged Japan-style era of debilitating deflation.
Auto sales surge to best pace since 2005
New car and truck sales exceeded already lofty expectations in May as easy credit, longer loans and Memorial Day weekend promotions attracted strong showroom traffic. The industry’s annual selling rate reached 17.8 million, the strongest monthly pace since July 2005, according to Autodata Corp.
Liberty Lake Safeway changing over to Haggen
Haggen is acquiring the Liberty Lake Safeway store, which will be temporarily closed while the conversion takes place. The store at 1233 N. Liberty Lake Road will close at 6 p.m. Sunday and reopen Wednesday as Haggen.
Shawn Vestal: Still time to rescue Spokane County CEO hiring process
Editorial: State’s low teen birthrate bodes well for economic mobility
Trudy Rubin: U.S. needs firm stance on Iran
America’s sweet tart
Grandma MaryJane’s Rhubarb Crunch
Cook with cattails, no camping required
Wild Rice Pilaf with Cattail Shoots and Cremini Mushrooms
Insider’s guide unlocks secrets to eating in Rome
Red Currant and Grappa Cocktail
A great sandwich for a great dad
Father’s Day Dagwood Sandwich
Make high-quality homemade Indian food using paprika
Cornish Game Hen with Honey and Paprika
Rogan Josh
Organic juice cleanses
Beetbox
Watermelon Green Patch
Minty Apple
Obituary: Balderson, Lyle E.
13 Nov 1930 - 23 May 2015 Newport, Spokane
City of Spokane Planning Director, retired 1991
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Muslim leader arrested in child-sex sting was camp counselor
Ahmad Saleem, an Islamic activist in Orlando arrested this week in an underage sex-sting operation, served as a “mentor” six months ago at a Muslim camp where he shared a cabin with nine boys ages 13 to 15, WND has learned.
Muslim leader arrested in child-sex sting was camp counselor
Ahmad Saleem, an Islamic activist in Orlando arrested this week in an underage sex-sting operation, served as a “mentor” six months ago at a Muslim camp where he shared a cabin with nine boys ages 13 to 15, WND has learned.
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