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 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 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 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 Spokane County Marriage licenses

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 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

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 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 …

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February 28, 2013 in Business, Idaho on Page A7 When it comes to paying workers as little as possible, Idaho ranks first in the nation. The state has the highest percentage of minimum-wage workers of any state, according to … 2

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 …

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 …