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The auto industry is rallying behind a push to ban Chinese-made cars from the U.S. market, citing national security risks tied to connected vehicle tech and alleged “dumping” of subsidized vehicles. Major automakers like GM, Ford, and Toyota are urging Congress to pass legislation before year’s end, targeting companies like BYD and SAIC Motor — while raising red flags about data privacy and foreign control over American roads. Though similar bills have already cleared Senate committees, lawmakers face tricky hurdles: proposals could accidentally block established brands with Chinese ties, like Mercedes-Benz or Polestar, which must halt U.S. sales by 2027. As tensions rise, China’s embassy pushes back — all amid a high-stakes battle over trade, technology, and who controls the future of mobility.

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The Greater Spokane League is revamping high school football for a more intense, fairer season—splitting 4A/3A into separate divisions, slashing league games for 4A teams to just three, while 3A gets five and 2A six. North Central jumps to 2A across all sports. Teams now play two non-league games, top teams avoid bottom teams, and most league games start at 6 PM—great for media and fans, though referees may be the challenge. The slate kicks off with tough openers: Gonzaga Prep vs. Colorado’s Regis Jesuit, West Valley’s Nathan Zettle hosting Ridgeline, Ferris under new coaching facing Hanford, Lewis and Clark crossing into Idaho. Mead hits Sunnyside, Mt. Spokane welcomes Walla Walla, Cheney’s Connor Collins leads against Southridge, Central Valley rebounds vs. Lake City, Shadle Park faces Rogers, Riverside starts playoff push vs. East Valley, Deer Park vs. Colville, Eisenhower at Pullman, Moscow at Clarkston, Royal takes on defending champs Lakeside, and Medical Lake at Cascade.

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Two brush fires erupted early August 15th in Coeur dAlene, confirmed by investigators and a K-9 unit to be arson—no injuries or property damage, but the fires stretched fire crews thin, requiring mutual aid. A suspect on a bicycle was spotted near the scene on Wilbur Avenue and Mineral Drive, but low-quality footage leaves no clear ID. Authorities are urging anyone with tips, even vague ones or surveillance footage, to call the Arson Reward Line at 877-752-7766—every detail could lead to the culprit.

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Washington’s safety net is under fire as federal cuts threaten to strip hundreds of thousands from vital healthcare coverage. Governor Bob Ferguson calls the funding shortfall “outrageous and morally bankrupt,” warning up to 200,000 residents could lose Apple Health by 2027. To combat the crisis, a new oversight committee is forming, while an automated eligibility hub aims to keep 400,000 people enrolled — but new work requirements starting January 1st add bureaucratic hurdles for most, with exemptions only for pregnant folks and those with disabilities. Meanwhile, lawful immigrants face fresh paperwork barriers to stay covered, even as officials scramble to help them navigate the system. The state is urging everyone on Medicaid to update their info now — before it’s too late.

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A Spokane school bus got rear-ended on I-90 Thursday morning—no kids onboard, no major damage—but it’s still a bummer since it’s one of 32 brand-new buses from a $32M fleet. The truck driver got cited, traffic was quickly rerouted, and thankfully, everyone walked away unharmed. A minor bump for new gear, but a reminder that even shiny new rides can get caught in the chaos of the road.

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In 1973, Gloria Steinem electrified Spokane as a co-founder of Ms. Magazine, rallying for women’s rights and the Equal Rights Amendment—then seen as a near-certain win. She challenged marriage as an “unconstitutional contract,” warned against dependency in relationships, and pushed for gender-balanced education, urging men to embrace empathy. Her second visit brought over $274,000 to local women’s programs—and her enduring rallying cry: optimism is the only path to real change, because cynicism is defeat waiting to happen.

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John and Terry Bauer have preserved their 700-acre family farm since 1976, protecting both agricultural use and critical habitat for westslope cutthroat trout. Partnering with the Inland Northwest Land Conservancy and the Coeur d’Alene Tribe, they’ve secured a conservation easement to prevent development while allowing farming and logging. The tribe’s decades-long work—tracking trout with microchips, upgrading culverts, and restoring spawning grounds—has quadrupled adult trout access to prime habitats. This success could soon mean reopening the watershed for fishing, all while safeguarding wildlife like deer, elk, and cougars. A powerful example of how collaboration can protect land, fish, and future generations.

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Twenty-one-year-old Kody Kopp is rewriting the script in American Flat Track, already claiming three wins—including a historic Daytona sweep—as a rookie and locking in Rookie of the Year. Son of Hall of Fame racer Joe Kopp, he’s proving his dominance isn’t luck but grit, fueled by relentless training and a dream realized on the track. With just three points behind Briar Bauman and 23 behind leader Dallas Daniels, Kopp’s championship push hits high stakes this Labor Day weekend in Springfield—where experience meets explosive youth, and nothing’s decided until the checkered flag falls.

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A new private equity group, BlackSun, is making waves in the race to bring back the SuperSonics—with an $8.1 billion bid and a bold plan to build a new arena 30 miles north of Seattle in Snohomish County. Partnering with local tribal communities like the Tulalip Tribes, they’re pitching a community-owned model unlike any other. But moving the team so far from downtown raises serious questions about accessibility and NBA tradition. With expansion decisions due by 2026 and the NBA Board meeting soon, this unconventional proposal could reshape the future of Seattle basketball—or become another twist in an already wild saga.

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Six adults, including an 18-year-old arrested for allegedly starting the deadly Chelan Hills wildfire with fireworks from a moving truck, face charges as investigators close in. The fire, fueled by wind and dry grass, killed one man carrying his late wife’s ashes and destroyed 19 homes. Five others are wanted; authorities say they know who they are and will be brought to justice. Video, cell data, and surveillance led to arrests. The suspect, facing manslaughter and arson, must surrender his passport and wear a GPS monitor if released. This preventable disaster cost billions and left a community reeling.

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