5 charged with damaging US courthouse during Vegas protests

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Five people are facing felony charges of damaging a downtown U.S. bankruptcy courthouse during protests May 30 following the death of a Black man in police custody in Minneapolis, federal officials in Las Vegas said.

5 charged with damaging US courthouse during Vegas protests

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Five people are facing felony charges of damaging a downtown U.S. bankruptcy courthouse during protests May 30 following the death of a Black man in police custody in Minneapolis, federal officials in Las Vegas said.

Walter Wallace video set for release; officers identified

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Philadelphia’s district attorney vowed Wednesday to make his own decision about whether to charge two young officers in the shooting death of Walter Wallace Jr. and not to rely solely on the police investigation.

Covid curfews hurting small-town economies

We, the Central Montana Tavern Association Board of Directors, are writing today to express our many concerns about the grievous implementation of closing times (curfews) being imposed on local bar and restaurant establishments.

Local churches welcome Inslee easing worship restrictions

Gov. Jay Inslee’s announcement Monday raising the limits on the number of people who can gather in churches for worship is being welcomed by local religious leaders.

Yesterdays:F.H. Stoltze Land and Lumber was looking at making pressed boards and floor tiles from pressed sawdust, a front page story reported.

F.H. Stoltze Land and Lumber was looking at making pressed boards and floor tiles from pressed sawdust, a front page story reported.

Ohio governor orders 3-week retail curfew to slow virus

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine on Tuesday announced a three-week retail curfew running from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. to slow the spread of the coronavirus as cases stay at near-record high levels.

Contention remains as mask questions increase

Walmart implemented its nationwide requirement Monday that all its customers wear masks.

Prosecutor: No time for evidence against arrested reporter

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — A prosecutor who is pursuing charges against an Iowa newspaper reporter who was arrested while covering a protest in May told a judge Thursday that his office shouldn't have to give body-camera footage and other evidence to the journalist's lawyer because his office was too busy.

Prosecutor: No time for evidence against arrested reporter

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — A prosecutor who is pursuing charges against an Iowa newspaper reporter who was arrested while covering a protest in May told a judge Thursday that his office shouldn't have to give body-camera footage and other evidence to the journalist's lawyer because his office was too busy.

Out with Benji’s, in with ‘Jaegerhaus’

Out with Benji’s, in with Jaegerhaus.

Moses Lake approves downtown funds

Bonds for downtown, FlowRider, ice rink total $6.1 million

Moses Lake man sought for Walmart return scam

EPHRATA - A man connected to a string of burglaries at different Walmarts and other businesses failed to appear in Grant County Superior Court.

Event to raise money for BBCC scholarships

MOSES LAKE - Big Bend Community College Foundation's "Cellarbration for Education" fundraising dinner will be Saturday at the college's ATEC building, 7662 Chanute St. Doors open at 5 p.m., and the evening includes a silent auction before dinner and live auction afterwards.

Teachers, school district integral to our community

I am writing to express how appalled and disappointed I am by the Roses and other opponents of the school district’s supplemental levy. I am a widow living off of a paltry Social Security check and a bit of rental income, and I’m also a homeowner. Opponents of the levy seem to think they speak for my demographic, when in fact they do not. Let’s explore how the failure of this levy will affect not only our children, but our local economy.

Lions get set for Fourth fun

By CAROLINE LOBSINGER

Burglaries spurring action in Sagle

SAGLE — Residents across Sagle are banding together to form a community watch after a spate of burglaries.

City adds Blackwell Island property

COEUR d'ALENE — The Coeur d'Alene City Council recently approved annexing a previously unincorporated piece of property on Blackwell Island into the city.

Jobless claims drop raises hopes for hiring

WASHINGTON (AP) - The job market suddenly looks brighter.

City adds Blackwell Island property

City Council approves annexation request on 5-1 vote