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Three teens face serious charges after a chaotic robbery and shootout near B.A. Clark Park in Spokane, leaving a young boy critically injured. Police say the suspects—Terry Reifer, Le’ron Tolefree, and Sage Aiken—robbed a man, then fled in an SUV, triggering a gunfight. The victim, who had kids in the car, fired back, and the suspects returned fire. Surveillance shows the suspects demanding a bag...

Spokane’s Shadle and Rogers high schools are getting brand-new all-weather turf fields—complete with LED lights—thanks to a voter-approved bond and parks levy. The upgrade will let teams train later into the night and play through fall weather, boosting participation and performance. Students are thrilled—soccer players say the turf makes the ball fly faster and feels more game-like. This is part...

Bryan Woo, looking to rebound after a rough outing, might get another shot sooner than expected as the Mariners consider activating him mid-road trip—despite his next scheduled start being mid-July—thanks to a stretched bullpen and a six-man rotation. The team’s using the All-Star break to reset for a playoff push, while also adding veteran outfielder Stuart Fairchild on a minor league deal to bol...

The DeMello family is back on the road for the National Horseshoe Pitchers Association World Tournament, with three generations—John Sr., John, and sons Wade, James, and 12-year-old Jeremiah—competing together. Jeremiah, last year’s Cadets Boys champ, is now stepping up to the 30-foot distance against older rivals, including a three-time world champion. Guided by his dad’s simple advice to focus o...

A shooting erupted in north Spokane, leaving three people hospitalized — a 16-year-old teen and two men in their twenties, all reportedly familiar with each other. The teen was found in an alley near Nevada and Crown, while the others reached the hospital on their own. Police found over 20 shell casings at the scene and deployed K-9 units and detectives throughout the afternoon. No suspects have b...

Spain is flying high in the World Cup, boasting an unbeaten streak of 36 matches and a goalkeeper, Unai Simón, who’s kept a stunning 609-minute clean sheet. Coach Luis De La Fuente’s squad is a flawless machine—undefeated in regulation since March 2024, and now facing Belgium in the quarterfinals. Belgium, though, is on a hot streak, scoring 12 goals in their last three games and eager to reclaim...

Christian Pulisic’s World Cup run hit a snag after a brutal collision left him with a bone bruise and microfracture in his right leg—forcing an early exit and crutches the next day. Already battling a prior calf issue, he couldn’t push through the pain, and even if the US advanced, he’d be sidelined for the rest of the tournament. But the injury isn’t career-ending: he’s on track to return by Augu...

This weekend’s sports calendar is packed with non-stop action across MLB, NBA Summer League, WNBA, golf, soccer, NASCAR, tennis, and more. MLB delivers three days of games, including Seattle vs. Tampa Bay, Boston vs. Mets, and Atlanta vs. St. Louis. The NBA Summer League explodes with matchups like Boston vs. Toronto and Portland vs. Phoenix, while the WNBA features high-stakes games from Dallas t...

France stunned Morocco 2-0 in a thrilling World Cup quarterfinal, with Kylian Mbappé’s historic eighth goal of the tournament tying him with Messi and Ousmane Dembélé sealing the win. Despite a heroic performance from Moroccan keeper Yassine Bounou, who stopped a penalty from Mbappé, France dominated the second half and advanced to their third straight semifinal, set to face the Spain-Belgium winn...

The Seattle Seahawks ownership race is tightening to a two-team showdown, with Aditya Mittal and Wyc Grousbeck’s group battling Vinod Khosla’s camp, both backed by major NBA and NFL stakes. Other bidders have been quietly sidelined as the clock ticks toward the 2026 NFL season deadline. With key players attending high-stakes industry events and a New York-based bank managing the sale, the outcome...

Leonard Williams just became the top-ranked defensive tackle in the NFL, earning unanimous praise from coaches, scouts, and execs who called him a “nightmare to block” and the “total package.” After climbing steadily since 2020, his first No. 1 ranking comes on the heels of a dominant 2023-24 season with the Seahawks, where he recorded 22 sacks in 43 games—including seven last year—and proved his...

The U.S. men’s soccer team’s World Cup exit to Belgium isn’t just another loss—it’s a painful repeat of 2014, exposing deep-rooted flaws. Despite elite players, a seasoned coach, and home-field advantage, they crumbled against a smaller, more fluent opponent, revealing a systemic gap between ambition and execution. The federation faces mounting criticism, and the future of the program hinges on re...

Gabriel Hughes, the Gonzaga standout turned Rockies prospect, is rewriting his story on the mound—pitching six innings against the Dodgers, striking out seven while battling through injuries and adversity. After overcoming Tommy John surgery and a rib muscle tear, Hughes clawed his way back with a flawless rehab stint, then dominated Triple-A before earning his big league call-up. His first save c...

Housing market shocks: Despite record-high home prices hitting $446,000, sales plummeted 2.4%—a surprise to economists. High costs and rising rates are crushing buyer dreams, especially for younger and lower-income households, while wealthier homeowners sit tight, keeping inventory scarce and prices soaring. The scene echoes the 2008 crash, with sales stuck near 4 million units. Meanwhile, the lab...

Bonnie Tyler, the Welsh powerhouse behind “Total Eclipse of the Heart,” has died at 75 after a sudden illness in Portugal, leaving the music world in mourning. Once hospitalized and in a coma following emergency surgery, she had recently expressed optimism about her recovery and touring plans — even doing daily Pilates. Her final songs, “One World One Home” and “Only Love,” dropped in April, and s...

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has been buried in Mashhad amid a sea of mourners chanting anti-American slogans and demanding revenge against Trump—his assassination blamed on U.S. actions. His coffin, carried by helicopter through packed streets, symbolized both national unity and theocracy’s enduring grip, nearly half a century after the Islamic Revolution. Yet beneath the spectacl...

Markets surged despite Middle East tensions—U.S. indexes all rose, global stocks climbed, and AI-driven chip excitement fueled investor bets. Oil prices dipped after initial spikes, unemployment claims fell, but home sales dropped amid record-high prices. Treasury yields and the dollar softened, while the pound hit a four-week high. China’s AI chip access news and a South Korean chipmaker’s oversu...

After decades of waiting and relentless pursuit, aviation legend Wally Funk is finally blasting into space—60 years after being denied a chance to join NASA’s astronaut program. With over 19,000 flight hours and top-tier performance in the original women’s astronaut selection, Funk’s dream is now reality thanks to a private spaceflight company. At her age, she’ll become one of the oldest people ev...

Utah has shut down Provo Canyon School’s Springville campus after finding it grossly violated health and safety rules — from understaffing and unnecessary restraints to reports of abuse and neglect. The state’s investigation confirms years of complaints, including those from Paris Hilton, validating claims of a dangerous environment. The school now has 15 days to appeal but must halt operations by...

Gold Hill Trail Number Three in Bonner County isn’t just a path—it’s a living legacy, where generations have carved out memories among hidden cabins, towering cedars, and berry-laden thickets. Once a rugged playground turned elite training ground for runners and triathletes, it now faces a looming threat: public lands are being opened to private exploitation for mining and logging. While proponent...

The Community Cancer Fund is racing toward a $20 million milestone, transforming a backyard concert into a powerhouse of cancer support. Started over a decade ago to send kids to camp, it now funds critical care, treatment, and lodging for patients in need. This year’s exclusive Showcase event, featuring top athletes and musicians, will once again rally the community to turn generosity into life-s...

Thursday’s sports scene is packed with electrifying action across every major league. MLB delivers Yankees vs. Tampa Bay, Braves vs. Pittsburgh, and late-night showdowns between Mariners-Miami, Phillies-Cincinnati, and Diamondbacks-Dodgers. NBA Summer League explodes with games like Minnesota vs. New Orleans, San Antonio vs. Atlanta, and a thrilling finale between Sacramento and the L.A. Clippers....

College football’s future is wildly unpredictable as NIL deals and the transfer portal upend traditional power structures, leaving even AI stumped. With only a handful of teams truly elite and most others scrambling for wins, coaches like Kirby Moore at Washington State face daunting rebuilds amid shifting conferences. Vegas bets on a modest 4.5 wins, but optimism is tinged with dread. Meanwhile,...

When life’s chaos hits, your gut microbes suffer—and that’s no joke. Probiotics? Mostly safe, but science says they’re not magic bullets. Your gut’s a complex ecosystem, unique to you, and healing it starts with real food: fiber-rich fruits, veggies, and leafy greens. Aim for 25g daily if you’re a woman under 50, 38g if you’re a man under 50. Fermented foods like yogurt and kimchi also pack natura...

One shopping trip for plant propagation powder spiraled into a full-blown garden spree at Liberty Park Greenhouse—thanks to irresistible deals and a deer-chomping backyard. From half-off plants to buy-one-get-two-free madness, the haul included a Rockapulco Rose, deep rose geranium, blush pink Sun Patiens, and even potting soil. The deck became the new battleground, and the deer? They’re the real...