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September 16, 2020 11:27 a.m.

Pentagon Papers leaker comes to the defense of Assange

LONDON (AP) — Daniel Ellsberg, one of the most famous whistleblowers in living memory, came to the defense of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange on Wednesday in his legal fight to avoid extradition to the United States from Britain, arguing that the pair had “very comparable political opinions.”

September 16, 2020 11:27 a.m.

Prosecutor: Former Atlanta CFO stole money, had machine guns

ATLANTA (AP) — The former chief financial officer for the city of Atlanta has been charged in a federal indictment with crimes stemming from his time in office, including allegedly stealing tens of thousands of dollars from the city for personal expenses, federal prosecutors announced Wednesday.

September 16, 2020 11:27 a.m.

Federal Reserve adjusts inflation target, rate unchanged

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Federal Reserve adjusted its inflation target to seek price increases above 2% annually, a move that will likely keep interest rates low for years to come.

Turnovers hurt Cats against Dogs
September 16, 2020 7:15 a.m.

Turnovers hurt Cats against Dogs

The Columbia Falls football team had a success moving the ball against Whitefish Friday night. Unfortunately for the Wildcats, a host of turnovers killed the drives. The Wildcats had five turnovers against the Bulldogs on the road, including a blocked field goal, as they lost 21-7.

Soccer teams blank Bigfork to remain undefeated
September 16, 2020 7:15 a.m.

Soccer teams blank Bigfork to remain undefeated

The Wildcat soccer program saw a memorable day on Friday against Bigfork at home, with both the girls and boys teams securing 5-0 victories.

September 16, 2020 6:03 a.m.

When can I shred this check? Answers to online banking FAQ

As the COVID-19 pandemic leads banking customers to lean into online technology to manage their money, those trying online banking for the first time may find themselves with questions about how to handle things previously done in person or with paper documents.

September 16, 2020 5:03 a.m.

Mourinho coy as Bale pursues return to Tottenham from Madrid

LONDON (AP) — Jose Mourinho was keen to take the credit Wednesday for Real Madrid signing Gareth Bale. The Tottenham manager was more coy on the team's moves to bring the forward back to London.

Youth Sports Sept. 16, 2020
September 16, 2020 1:05 a.m.

Youth Sports Sept. 16, 2020

Weekly reports from local youth sports teams and leagues.

September 16, 2020 1 a.m.

RECORDS

Judgments and sentencings

September 16, 2020 12:03 a.m.

Politics creates economic illusion in Houdini’s hometown

APPLETON, Wis. (AP) — Nothing can shake Scott Rice’s faith that President Donald Trump will save the U.S. economy — not seeing businesses close or friends furloughed, not even his own hellish bout with the novel coronavirus.

September 16, 2020 12:03 a.m.

The Latest: Florida athletics seeing a rise in COVID cases

The Latest on the effects of the coronavirus outbreak on sports around the world:

September 16, 2020 12:03 a.m.

End of Abe era leaves Japan still searching for way forward

MITO, Japan (AP) — Among the challenges awaiting newly appointed Japanese Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga is the urgent challenge of how to keep the world’s third largest economy growing as its population ages and shrinks.

September 16, 2020 12:03 a.m.

Paris Hilton says she 'feels free' after YouTube documentary

NEW YORK (AP) — There's a scene in a new documentary about Paris Hilton, where the so-called socialite is speaking with former classmates from a Utah boarding school. They joke about how on her reality series “The Simple Life,” Hilton pretended to be clueless over many things— including how to perform any sort of manual labor.

September 16, 2020 12:03 a.m.

Trump, DeVos raise school choice in appeal to vexed parents

As millions of American children start the school year online, the Trump administration is hoping to convert their parents’ frustration and anger into newfound support for school choice policies that Education Secretary Betsy DeVos has long championed but struggled to advance nationally.

September 16, 2020 12:03 a.m.

Army surge shortcircuited by coronavirus

Army coach Jeff Monken has the Black Knights purring again, and all of a sudden the momentum built in two lopsided wins to start the season has been halted by the coronavirus.

September 16, 2020 12:03 a.m.

Liz Weston: Are Medicare Advantage plans worth the risk?

About 1 in 3 people 65 and older in the U.S. enroll in Medicare Advantage, the private insurance alternative to traditional Medicare. It’s not hard to see why: Medicare Advantage plans often cover stuff that Medicare doesn’t, and most people don’t pay extra for it.

September 16, 2020 12:03 a.m.

Netflix delves into the 'human side' of Challenger disaster

NEW YORK (AP) — Many Americans have vivid memories of Jan. 28, 1986.

September 16, 2020 12:03 a.m.

STAT WATCH: Big 12 teams post top 3 passing totals of week

Big 12 teams posted the top three passing totals of the weekend in the Football Bowl Subdivision, highlighted by Spencer Rattler's sensational debut and Sam Ehlinger's career night.

September 16, 2020 12:03 a.m.

Monday's Sports in Brief

HOCKEY

September 16, 2020 12:03 a.m.

Without fall playoffs, FCS schools missing a top attraction

As the college football season ramps up in three major conferences and among other programs scattered across the country, there will be a void at the Football Championship Subdivision level -- very few games and no scheduled playoffs.