« Feb. 12 Print edition stories for February 13, 2012

• Federal review finds deficiencies in transportation plan

  February 13, 2012 on Page A1 The organization responsible for planning transportation spending in Spokane is getting its knuckles rapped in a newly released federal review. The Spokane Regional Transportation Council failed to include public transit … 3

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  Killing suspect remains at large

  February 13, 2012 on Page A1 A tipster directed Spokane police Sunday to the vehicle taken Friday night from the home of a slain mother and her two sons, but the nationwide manhunt for the suspected … 3

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  Adele, Foo Fighters take top Grammys

  February 13, 2012 on Page A1 LOS ANGELES – The Foo Fighters captured five Grammys and Adele won six, including the song of the year trophy for “Rolling in the Deep,” at a Grammy ceremony that …

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  Teens’ jobs outlook ‘tough’

  February 13, 2012 on Page A1 The economy is making it tough to be a kid these days, at least a kid with purchasing power. Many of the jobs traditionally filled by teenagers are now being … 9

• Powerball winner got ticket in Rhode Island

  February 13, 2012 on Page A2 PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Lottery officials say someone who played the Powerball in Rhode Island has won the $336.4 million jackpot. The new multimillionaire has not stepped forward and the lottery …

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  ‘The Artist’ is top dog at British film awards

  February 13, 2012 on Page A2 LONDON – Silent movie “The Artist” had a night to shout about Sunday, winning seven prizes including best picture at the British Academy Film Awards. Britain’s equivalent of the Oscars …

• Accuracy watch

  February 13, 2012 on Page A2 For 02-13-2012

• League calls for new effort on Syria

  February 13, 2012 on Page A3 BEIRUT – Arab leaders meeting in Cairo on Sunday called for a renewed United Nations attempt to help halt violence in Syria, asking the Security Council to create a joint …

• In brief: U.N. consultant gunned down in Egypt

  February 13, 2012 on Page A3 CAIRO – An Egyptian woman who worked for the United Nations as a freelance consultant was fatally shot in the head while driving through an upscale Cairo neighborhood on Sunday, …

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  Greece endorses new austerity deal

  February 13, 2012 on Page A3 ATHENS, Greece – Greek lawmakers today approved harsh new austerity measures demanded by bailout creditors to save the debt-crippled nation from bankruptcy, after riots in Athens and other cities left …

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  Avalanche survivor rescued

  February 13, 2012 on Page A3 RESTELICA, Kosovo – Rescuers have pulled a 5-year-old girl alive from the rubble of a house flattened by a massive avalanche that killed both her parents and at least seven …

• Obama sending budget proposal to Congress

  February 13, 2012 on Page A4 WASHINGTON – The new budget that President Barack Obama is sending to Congress aims to achieve $4 trillion in deficit reduction over the next decade by restraining government spending and …

• U.S. Navy ‘ready’ in Gulf

  February 13, 2012 on Page A4 MANAMA, Bahrain – The top U.S. Navy official in the Gulf said Sunday he takes Iran’s military capabilities seriously but insists his forces are prepared to confront any Iranian aggression …

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  Induced labor allows dying man to see baby

  February 13, 2012 on Page A4 DALLAS – Diane Aulger was about two weeks from her delivery date when she and her husband decided there was no time to wait: Mark Aulger had only days to …

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  Mills says Macca’s calls were hacked

  February 13, 2012 on Page A4 Heather Mills is describing her experiences of phone hacking to a British inquiry into media ethics. The ex-wife of former Beatle Paul McCartney said there was absolutely no way that …

• In brief: Utah police allege assassination plot

  February 13, 2012 on Page A4 SALT LAKE CITY – A Utah man who police say threatened to assassinate Gov. Gary Herbert and who conducted surveillance on the governor’s mansion is facing multiple felony charges. Brian …

• Blogroll

  February 13, 2012 on Page A5 Outdoors By Rich Landers

• Jim Kershner’s This day in history

  February 13, 2012 on Page A5 From our archives, 100 years ago Jack McDonald rolled into town with $300 in his pocket and proceeded to make a lot of friends in the Spokane saloon district.

• In brief: Snowboarder gets lost, found

  February 13, 2012 on Page A5 MOUNT HOOD, Ore. – A snowboarder who got lost out of bounds on Mount Hood has been reunited with his friends. The friends of 34-year-old Lim Dae called for help …

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  Then and Now: Empire start

  February 13, 2012 on Page A5 When the office block was built on the southwest corner of Lincoln Street and Riverside Avenue in 1900, it was named the Empire State Building in honor of New Yorker …

• In brief: Charges are expected in crash near Reardan

  February 13, 2012 on Page A6 The Washington State Patrol is expected to seek vehicular assault charges against a driver who lost control Saturday night north of Reardan in a crash that injured him and three …

• Conservative pieces still delight

  February 13, 2012 on Page A8 Spokane Symphony music director Eckart Preu, in his pre-concert talk, told the audience that this weekend’s concert would be “challenging and fun.” He was absolutely correct. The symphony’s “Brilliance and …

• Grammy winners in select major categories

  February 13, 2012 on Page A8 LOS ANGELES – Winners in selected major categories at Sunday’s 54th Annual Grammy Awards: Album of the Year: “21,” Adele

• A hypocrite by necessity

  February 13, 2012 on Page A9 “One of the worries we have obviously in the next campaign is that there are so many of these so-called super PACs, these independent expenditures that are gonna be out … 24

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  All eyes on Iwakuma as Mariners’ camp opens

  February 13, 2012 on Page B1 PEORIA, Ariz. – Spring training is officially under way with Seattle’s pitchers and catchers holding their first workout. The center of attention for the brief Sunday morning session at the …

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  Huskies return to first, tying Cal for Pac-12 lead

  February 13, 2012 on Page B1 CORVALLIS, Ore. – Washington coach Lorenzo Romar told his team after Thursday night’s blowout loss at Oregon that they wouldn’t be watching a replay of the game because it wasn’t …

• Sandpoint native takes national snowboard title

  February 13, 2012 on Page B1 PARK CITY, Utah — Sandpoint native, Nate Holland was awarded U.S. National Championship’s green jacket following the U.S. Grand Prix snowboardcross event at Canyons Resort on Sunday. With a winter …

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  Blanchette: Crews, 23 others aiming for Olympics berth

  February 13, 2012 on Page B1 At the orientation meeting Sunday for the U.S. Olympic Team Trials for Women’s Boxing, the participants were first asked if there were any questions. “Can we get a free meal?” …

• Sunday’s top performers

  February 13, 2012 on Page B2 Rajon Rando Had triple-double with 32 points, 15 assists and 10 rebounds to lift Boston over Chicago 95-91.

• No. 2 Irish see 21-game win streak cease

  February 13, 2012 on Page B2 Women’s basketball: Brooke Hampton made two free throws with 4.6 seconds remaining and West Virginia beat No. 2 Notre Dame 65-63 on Sunday in South Bend, Ind., snapping the Irish’s …

• Rivalry on upswing: Tennis’s Azarenka and Kvitova

  February 13, 2012 on Page B2 Martina Navratilova expects a compelling rivalry to develop between Australian Open champion Victoria Azarenka and Wimbledon winner Petra Kvitova. Speaking ahead of an exhibition match at the Open GDF tournament …

• Virtue, Moir win title

  February 13, 2012 on Page B2 For the first time in nearly two years, Canada’s Tessa Virtue and Scott Moir beat the American team of Meryl Davis and Charlie White in ice dancing. The reigning Olympic …

• Sunday’s major scores

  February 13, 2012 on Page B2 Basketball Area men

• Cundiff draws support from Ravens

  February 13, 2012 on Page B3 DES MOINES, Iowa – For Ravens kicker Billy Cundiff, the support of his teammates and the lessons learned from his Midwestern upbringing have helped keep the biggest miss of his …

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  Zambia wins African Cup at site of 1993 tragedy

  February 13, 2012 on Page B3 LUSAKA, Zambia – Zambians poured out of their houses, clubs and bars to celebrate in the streets early Monday after watching their team beat Ivory Coast 8-7 on penalties in …

• Mickelson steals show on final day

  February 13, 2012 on Page B3 Whether it was the 38-foot par putt that Phil Mickelson pounded in just after Tiger Woods had gotten everyone revved up with a birdie or Mickelson’s spectacular eagle on the …

• America could use someone like McEnroe

  February 13, 2012 on Page B3 SAN JOSE, Calif. – When John McEnroe picks up his racket Monday night at HP Pavilion, the clock will turn back. His appearance in an exhibition doubles match at the …

• On the air

  February 13, 2012 on Page B4 For 02-13-2012

• Today’s menu

  February 13, 2012 on Page B4 For 02-13-2012

• Ten straight for Pirates men

  February 13, 2012 on Page B5 The Whitworth Pirates men swam their way to a 10th straight Northwest Conference championship at the King County Aquatic Center in Federal Way, Wash., on Sunday. Whitworth’s women finished second …

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  Rubio, Lin bring NBA new fans

  February 13, 2012 on Page B5 MINNEAPOLIS – One point guard has practically been a household name since he started playing professionally at 14, a lottery pick who has made the two-year wait for his flashy …

• The Slice: Behind wall probably where it belongs

  February 13, 2012 on Page C1 Readers told about finding all sorts of things behind the walls during remodeling projects. Old copies of The Spokesman-Review, toys, a gun, marijuana, empty beer bottles, a porn stash – …

• Composting takes work but can offer great results

  February 13, 2012 on Page C1 I consider myself a pretty good gardener, a common sense “greenie,” and a person who does her best to reduce, reuse and recycle. But, there’s something I must admit. For …

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  Your week

  February 13, 2012 on Page C1 Your Food Food editor Lorie Hutson talks to Knight’s Diner owners Vicki and Deral Green, who are celebrating 30 years of ownership of the rail car diner by rolling back …

• Horoscope

  February 13, 2012 on Page C2 For 02-13-2012

• Annie’s Mailbox: He won’t cut out contact with ex

  February 13, 2012 on Page C2 Dear Annie: “Ron” and I have been living together for more than a year. I love him and believe he loves me. We are both in our 60s and retired. …

• Miss Manners: Choose your own ring? Nice notion

  February 13, 2012 on Page C2 DEAR MISS MANNERS: Is it appropriate for the woman to pick out the style of engagement/wedding ring that she has to wear on her finger for the rest of her …