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In 1926, P.F. Miner from Cheney was arrested for poisoning dogs—found with enough potassium cyanide to kill an army—and bragged to undercover cops about lacing liver with cyanide and lard. Meanwhile, in 1976, a teen was charged after allegedly smashing someone with a liquor bottle at a Bachman-Turner Overdrive concert, where 18 arrests were made that night—and Spokane’s water usage hit a 28-year low thanks to heavy rain.

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Ali Wong’s dropping by Spokane Comedy Club this Tuesday and Wednesday with fresh, untested material—your laughs might just make it into her next special. Beyond her iconic specials and roles in “Always Be My Maybe,” “BoJack Horseman,” and “Big Mouth,” she’s also author of the heartfelt and hilarious “Dear Girls.” This intimate show is your chance to witness her creative evolution up close—she’s not resting on past glory, she’s refining her craft right before your eyes. Don’t miss it.

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Meta’s on the hook for up to $17.1 billion to protect kids online, with Washington state alone set to receive $237 million—forcing major safety upgrades like age checks and screen time limits. Meanwhile, surveillance fears are mounting as Whitman County shuts down its Flock cameras amid public outcry, and more agencies reconsider automated license plate readers. In Spokane, the City Council eyes a $18.5 million five-story building to house public safety and court services, while residents get their first permits to rebuild after the Complex fires—with help from the city. And for fun? Get free Spokane Chiefs hockey tickets via the library’s Culture Pass—four per year, bookable up to 60 days ahead.

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Three Spokane activists, dubbed the “Spokane 3,” are fighting to overturn rare federal conspiracy convictions tied to a 2025 protest, arguing the prosecution failed to prove intent to use force. If denied, they’ll likely appeal and face sentencing. Meanwhile, Idaho is waging war on invasive quagga mussels, whose population has dropped 77% thanks to copper treatments — but officials warn unchecked spread could devastate ecosystems and infrastructure. Boaters are urged to clean, drain, and dry their vessels to prevent further invasion.

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Climate change is costing billions—Spokane’s fires alone racked up over a billion dollars in damage, while Idaho’s home insurance rates soared 50% since 2020. Farmers face rising crop insurance costs, rivers hit historic lows, and smoke is ruining crops like potatoes and grapes, driving up food prices. Energy bills climb as demand for AC surges, and Europe saw 35,000 heat-related deaths this summer. We could’ve prevented much of this with earlier clean energy investments. Now, we must stop subsidizing fossil fuels and rebuild with solar, wind, and batteries—before the price of inaction becomes unbearable.

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Cooler waters mean big fishing action on the St. Joe River—morning anglers are crushing it with small chubbies and purple haze parachutes, while hoppers and pink patterns dominate as temps rise. Over on the Spokane River, low flows and chilly water favor stealthy foam dries. Twin Lakes delivers trophy rainbows and brook trout, but largemouth bass are stealing the show with giants reported. South of Spokane, Badger, Williams, and Clear lakes remain hotspots, while Colville Reservation offers pristine trout fishing with zero pressure. Buffalo Lake’s deep kokanee are lurking at 40 feet or more. Steelhead season just opened in Idaho—with a new three-chinook limit (one unclipped) and Nez Perce Tribe releasing more hatchery females starting Sunday. Thermal barriers could impact chinook runs upstream. For spiny ray hunters, Pend Oreille River and Banks Lake are top-tier for smallmouth bass and topwater action, while Spokane River Arm of Lake Roosevelt is heating up for walleye and bass in the 2-3 pound range.

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Waterfowl are flocking to the James T. Slavin Conservation Area in record numbers, especially late August—turning it into a hotspot for birdwatchers and photographers. This surge signals the area’s vital role as a stopover or wintering ground, proving how critical protected habitats are for wildlife survival. It’s a powerful reminder of conservation’s success: when nature gets space to breathe, ecosystems thrive—and so do the birds, undisturbed and flourishing.

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His husband, Charlie, has a secret life as a wilderness builder—transforming wild land into trails, staircases, and now, a hidden sauna he’s been crafting at all hours. Once a kid who built forts and got into trouble, he’s finally living out his childhood dream with power tools and raw, joyful chaos. From dirt-covered triumphs to midnight construction sessions, he’s found his calling—and maybe, just maybe, his soul’s true home in the woods.

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Spokane’s City Council is moving to shield renters from eviction and financial ruin after the devastating August 2026 Spokane Complex Fire, with two competing proposals on the table—one narrowly focused on wildfire victims, the other expanding protections to all future emergencies. Advocates say these measures are urgent, citing families displaced, losing income and childcare, and even facing landlords who refuse to help—like one parent whose ash-filled home was deemed uninhabitable for children with asthma. This isn’t just about fires—it’s about building a system that protects tenants during any disaster.

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A deadly shooting erupted downtown Minneapolis on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, leaving multiple people injured—including two police officers—and one victim dead. Seven wounded were rushed to Hennepin Healthcare, as Governor Tim Walz confirmed state support for local responders. Eyewitnesses described chaos, barricading doors, and gunfire, including a father whose daughter was caught in the crossfire while helping a friend move. The FBI is now fully engaged, with Director Kash Patel pledging all available resources. Authorities have closed off key streets between 12th Street and Franklin Avenue, and Hennepin Avenue to Third Avenue South, urging the public to stay away as investigations continue. More details are expected as officials piece together what happened.

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