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For seven years, I led the U.S. Election Assistance Commission—watching election workers across the country uphold integrity and follow the law. Elections aren’t rigged; they’re built with checks and balances you can witness firsthand. Doubting results discourages turnout and fuels chaos. Your vote matters—update your registration, know your options, and show up. Democracy isn’t just a system—it’s your responsibility to defend it by casting your ballot.

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Spokane’s beloved culinary hub, The Kitchen Engine, is celebrating 20 years of turning kitchens into community centers—with free samples, cooking demos, local author appearances, and over $5K in prizes. More than just a store, it’s built on sharing knowledge, offering classes, and sharpening knives—all while giving back to Christ Kitchen, helping women gain culinary skills. This isn’t just an anniversary; it’s proof that great food, great people, and great purpose can last for decades.

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Spokane’s Spokesman-Review, the city’s lone daily paper since 1991, punches way above its weight with relentless regional coverage and Pulitzer-winning reporting — including their landmark 1987 scoop on the Exxon Valdez spill. Owned by Cowles Publishing, it’s not just news — it’s the heartbeat of the Inland Northwest, trusted by locals for deep, impactful journalism that keeps communities informed and engaged.

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AI pioneers warn of existential risks within a decade, urging urgent government regulation—yet politicians stall, fearing to lose the global race, even as public support for oversight surges.

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Wednesday’s sports scene is packed with action across baseball, golf, soccer, and more—don’t miss the White Sox vs. Cleveland, Mariners vs. Angels, or the BMW PGA Championship. Soccer fans get Europa League drama, while U.S. Open Cup battles heat up. Tune in to your favorite sports talk shows: Brock and Salk, Wyman and Bob, or Cougar Football Hour. Whether you’re watching or listening, this is your day to catch every major game.

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Softball, soccer, and volleyball exploded with wins today as Mt. Spokane crushed Ferris 22-0, University High obliterated East Valley 28-1, and standout hitters like Emme Bond and Layla Baker lit up the scoreboard. In soccer, Mileana McCann and Layla Baker each notched hat tricks, while Ridgeline’s Lydia Lynn doubled up in a 4-1 win. Volleyball saw Gonzaga Prep and Cheney sweep their matches, led by Parker Davis’s 32 assists and Mairyn O’Reagan’s 11 kills — all teams showing dominance across the Greater Spokane League and Northeast A League.

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Spokane’s new online dashboard gives real-time updates on rebuilding after the August fires, tracking everything from demolition to new construction permits. Six weeks in, 68 demolition permits — about 13% of affected homes — have been issued, with one rebuild permit already approved and three more pending. Thirty-two roofing permits suggest widespread ember damage. To ease the burden, the city council permanently slashed demolition fees and is exploring deferring fees until homes are ready to live in. A “like-for-like” code will speed up approvals for similar-sized homes, while ADUs can now be built before main houses are rebuilt — offering quicker, cheaper paths back to property. Plus, rules around waiving utility fees are being clarified to help residents recover faster.

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Spokane County’s data center boom is sparking outrage as residents demand transparency and accountability, especially after Avista’s secret power talks ignited a firestorm. Facing public backlash over energy and water use, the county imposed an emergency pause on new proposals — skipping a required hearing — only to finally convene one this week amid heated criticism. Ranchers and locals question real economic benefits, while distrust grows over developer identities and accountability. Even commissioner Al French joined remotely, fueling frustration. With state law looming and community skepticism high, officials vow to listen — but many fear the pause won’t be enough to stop what they see as a rushed, opaque process.

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Oracle’s top executives are under fire as Congress subpoenas Larry Ellison and Mike Sicilia over a ballooning $27 billion veterans’ healthcare IT project—far exceeding its original $10 billion promise. After Oracle acquired Cerner, cost overruns spiraled, with new contract notices adding $17 billion over 13 years. Lawmakers suspect political ties may have influenced the decision, especially as veterans’ benefits face cuts. Despite the uproar, the VA is accelerating deployments to more hospitals under the current secretary’s leadership, forcing Oracle to answer tough questions about transparency and taxpayer accountability.

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A 20-year-old autistic man, Malin, was fatally shot by a school resource deputy in Spokane Valley after calling 911 under a fake name, claiming a gunman was at Evergreen Middle School — which turned out to be himself. Security footage shows him running toward the deputy’s car with his hand extended as if holding a gun, prompting the fatal response. A replica firearm was later found at the scene. The deputy, Lawler, is on administrative leave while investigators dig into the call and search Malin’s phone. His family’s attorney says he was nonviolent, felt safe at school, and had simply left home for breakfast — leaving many questions unanswered in this deeply tragic case.

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