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Questions on birthright citizenship, nationwide relief remain in the Northwest after Supreme Court ruling

Questions on birthright citizenship, nationwide relief remain in the Northwest after Supreme Court ruling

2:30 a.m.

While babies born in Washington and a slate of other blue states will continue to automatically qualify for American citizenship, that right is “tenuous” for those in red states that have not challenged President Donald Trump’s attempt to end the practice , said Washington Attorney General Nick Brown.

A World War II European vacation to remember

Spin Control: Court says public has to wait to see early contract proposals

Cool critters: The eagle has landed in time for Independence Day

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The Dirt: $16.7 million project planned for Grandview/Thorpe area

2:30 a.m.

The Perennials: Hoopfest holds special bond over brothers Garrick and Greg Phillips and friend Don Jones

Dribbling around the clock tonight: Hoopfest’s first 24-hour basketball challenge to benefit foster kids

Police: Woman helped son accused of killing 13-year-old in Spokane flee state

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Business

Milk and cookies, anyone? Local dairy nonprofit to celebrate its 2nd anniversary this weekend

Milk and cookies, anyone? Local dairy nonprofit to celebrate its 2nd anniversary this weekend

Sports

The Perennials: Hoopfest holds special bond over brothers Garrick and Greg Phillips and friend Don Jones

The Perennials: Hoopfest holds special bond over brothers Garrick and Greg Phillips and friend Don Jones

2025 Graduates

Lumen High School: For Lizzy Abwe learning and motherhood go hand-in-hand

Lumen High School: For Lizzy Abwe learning and motherhood go hand-in-hand

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From prenatal care to pediatrics, Providence is creating a healthier future for families

From prenatal care to pediatrics, Providence is creating a healthier future for families

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Nation/World

G7 countries agree to ‘side-by-side’ tax deal for U.S. companies

G7 countries agree to ‘side-by-side’ tax deal for U.S. companies

Education

Incumbent in Central Valley School Board election faces former conservative ally, retired teacher in sole county school board primary

Incumbent in Central Valley School Board election faces former conservative ally, retired teacher in sole county school board primary

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A&E

Brad Pitt's LA home torn up by burglars while he attends 'F1' premiere

Brad Pitt’s LA home torn up by burglars while he attends ‘F1’ premiere

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Local Government

Spokane scrambling to set up full 911 dispatcher after negotiations crumble

Spokane scrambling to set up full 911 dispatcher after negotiations crumble

Transportation

The Streets of Spokane: Urban hiker walks every road of the Lilac City

The Streets of Spokane: Urban hiker walks every road of the Lilac City

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Outdoors

Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife navigates budget cuts

Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife navigates budget cuts

Weather

Idaho braces for severe wildfire season amid funding concerns

Idaho braces for severe wildfire season amid funding concerns

Life

The Native stories behind Raven that led to one man's glasswork, now on display at the Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture

The Native stories behind Raven that led to one man’s glasswork, now on display at the Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture

Public Safety

Police: Woman helped son accused of killing 13-year-old in Spokane flee state

Police: Woman helped son accused of killing 13-year-old in Spokane flee state

Pacific Northwest

A logging protest in the treetops ends in terror, activists say

A logging protest in the treetops ends in terror, activists say

Northwest Passages Book Club

"Atomic Pilgrim" by James Patrick Thomas

Upcoming Event:

“Atomic Pilgrim” by James Patrick Thomas

Aug. 12, 2025, 7 p.m.

Gonzaga Univesrity - Myrtle Woldson Performing Arts Center - Recital Hall 211 E Desmet Ave Spokane, WA 99202

Columnists

Front Porch: Feeling pride in June and all year

Front Porch: Feeling pride in June and all year

Long Reads

Puzzles and Games

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