February 28, 2013 in Health, Nation/World on Page A3 WASHINGTON – In a finding certain to put new pressure on the purveyors of sugary foods and drinks, a worldwide analysis shows that regardless of its effect on obesity, the … 2

February 28, 2013 in Nation/World on Page A4 WASHINGTON – Still gridlocked over how or whether to avert the looming federal spending cuts known as sequestration, the two major parties found a new thing to argue about Wednesday: … 1

February 28, 2013 in Nation/World on Page A4 Washington – The Senate confirmed Jacob Lew to be Treasury secretary, affirming President Barack Obama’s choice of a budget expert at a time when Congress and the White House are …

February 28, 2013 in City on Page A5 On June 1 the Spokane County Commission will take control of the Spokane County Jail and Geiger Corrections Center as part of a plan to reform local criminal justice. The … 5

February 28, 2013 in City on Page A5 Puddle jumper: Miles McQuesten, 3, spent part of Wednesday morning riding and splashing with his father, Rick, along a dirt road at 17th Avenue and McClellan Street in Spokane. The …

February 28, 2013 in City on Page A5 OLYMPIA – Legislative Republicans say they will block any proposed gas tax increase or other new fees on vehicles until the state makes major reforms in the way it builds … 66

February 28, 2013 in City on Page A5 From our archives, 100 years ago The mother of a young Spokane nurse loudly defended the honor of her daughter, who had been “dragged into the shooting affray between rival …

February 28, 2013 in City on Page A6 A state growth management official on Wednesday warned that a county proposal to expand the urban growth area would put taxpayers at risk for the cost of extending public services. … 2

February 28, 2013 in City on Page A6 A U.S. Marine who accidentally shot a woman in the head at a party while he was in Spokane on leave has been dishonorably discharged and will spend more than … 5

February 28, 2013 in City on Page A6 Spokane County Marriage licenses

February 28, 2013 in City on Page A6 Police are looking for a Spokane County Water District truck stolen from its lot on Valentine’s Day. The truck was stolen from a fenced parking lot at 1225 N. Yardley …

February 28, 2013 in City on Page A6 A Spokane Valley woman has been charged with forcing a 91-year-old neighbor to give her power of attorney, and then stealing $10,000 from the elderly woman’s bank account. Jody Scotece, … 1

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February 28, 2013 in Business on Page A7 Spokane County’s online auction of tax-delinquent properties will run Monday through Tuesday morning, County Treasurer Rob Chase said. Spokane County initially scheduled the foreclosure sale for Dec. 3-4. Chase said …

February 28, 2013 in Business on Page A7 NEW YORK – The Dow came within 60 points of its all-time high Wednesday, rising sharply for a second-straight day. The market surged following more evidence that the Fed will …