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Biden tells execs U.S. needs to invest, lead in computer chips

WASHINGTON – President Joe Biden used a virtual meeting with corporate leaders about a global shortage of semiconductors to push Monday for his $2.3 trillion...

Drivers wanted: Record demand at Uber as vaccinations rise

Uber is offering sign-up bonuses and other incentives for drivers as it faces record demand for rides and meal delivery. The San Francisco ride-hailing company...

Microsoft buying speech recognition firm Nuance in $16B deal

Microsoft, on an accelerated growth push, is buying speech recognition company Nuance in a deal worth about $16 billion. Microsoft will pay $56 per share...

Key leader in Spokane's homelessness response leaves City Hall

A key leader in the city of Spokane’s response to homelessness quietly departed last month. Tija Danzig, a senior manager in the city’s Community Housing...

'We can't respond to all of the calls': Roofers swamped as they manage fallout from January storm

Typically, December through March is the offseason for roofers – a time to rest, train and prepare for the next roofing season. This year, that...

Faith and Values: Combatting climate change is a duty of our faith — whatever it may be

With the global environment experiencing more “natural” disasters, politicians and religious leaders continue to speak about climate change – whether it is real, if we...

100 years ago in Spokane: Outdoor fair with 'scent of the wilds' seeks to bring sportsmen to region

Spokane opened its second annual Sportsmen’s and Tourists’ Fair in an ambitious attempt to lure thousands of tourists to the region. The attractions included several...

Spokane Regional Health District reports 73 new cases of COVID-19 on Sunday

The Spokane Regional Health District reported 73 new cases of COVID-19 in the county on Sunday, a day before Gov. Jay Inslee is expected to...

The Dirt: Construction underway for two restaurants, nightclub at Northern Quest Resort & Casino

Northern Quest Resort & Casino has broken ground on two new restaurants and a nightclub on the north side of the property. The resort is...

Spokane mayor, council president may strike deal on fluoride study

After months of stalemate, the city is nearly ready to commission a study of fluoridating its water supply. Spokane leaders have renegotiated the terms...

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