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Apr 20 2026POLITICS

A Local Leader for Coeur d’Alene Police

The city council is set to decide who will steer the police department next. Two names stand out: Dave Hagar, the interim chief, and Greg Yeager, a deputy from Fort Collins. The mayor backs Hagar, while the city administrator supports Yeager, revealing a split in council opinion. Hagar has been wit

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Apr 19 2026ENVIRONMENT

Grand Canyon Guardian: A Scientist’s Lifelong Mission

Kelly Burke grew up in Colorado, always drawn to wide open spaces. In 1986 she moved north to study geology at a university near the Grand Canyon. Her love for the canyon deepened when she helped drive river trips to keep money flowing while finishing her thesis. A chance ride on the Colora

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Apr 19 2026POLITICS

Brazil and Germany Push for Stronger Trade Ties

In Hanover, two leaders from different continents met to talk about a future that could bring more jobs and technology to both sides. The German head of government and the Brazilian president announced that they want Europe and Brazil to work together more closely, especially after a new trade deal

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Apr 19 2026SPORTS

A Quarterback’s Big Move: Money, Power and a Fresh Start

Will Howard made a headline‑making switch from Kansas State to Ohio State, chasing better pay and more respect. He was set to start at Kansas State after a Big 12 title, but the new freshman backup, Avery Johnson, landed a bigger name‑and‑money deal. Howard felt Kansas State had “taken advantage” of

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Apr 19 2026TECHNOLOGY

Google Adds Marvell to Its AI Chip Team for Faster Inference

Google is expanding its custom chip lineup by talking to Marvell Technology about two new AI processors. One will be a memory‑processing unit that works beside Google’s existing Tensor Processing Units (TPUs). The other will be a TPU designed only for inference, the part of AI that answers user requ

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Apr 19 2026LIFESTYLE

From Healthcare to Havanans: A Surprising Business Shift

Latosha Veney had zero experience with cigars when she took over Tailored Smoke, a Newport News lounge, after a business partnership fell through. Two years later, she's not just running the place—she’s built it into a must-visit spot where smokers gather to relax and socialize. The lounge recently

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Apr 19 2026FINANCE

Finding Purpose After 65: Why Staying Busy Can Cut Your 2026 Tax Bill

Retirement isn't the end of earning—it's a chance to redefine work on your terms. Many who leave full-time jobs face an unexpected challenge: empty days with no clear purpose. Yet research shows that those who fill their time with physical or social activities not only feel happier but often live lo

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Apr 19 2026POLITICS

Should kids get tested on their bodies to play sports?

Parents sign their kids up for school sports so they learn teamwork, make friends, and stay healthy. But a new proposal in Colorado could change that – and not for the better. Initiative 109 says schools must split sports teams by the sex listed on a student's birth certificate. Supporters say it’s

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Apr 19 2026WEATHER

Staying safe when coastal waters rise in Massachusetts

Heavy rains and high tides are putting six Massachusetts counties on alert through early Sunday. Areas near the shore could see water levels rise half a foot higher than usual, enough to flood roads and low-lying homes. Authorities warn against driving through flooded streets, where as little as a f

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Apr 19 2026FINANCE

Who leads the Fed could make or break Bitcoin’s next move

Bitcoin fans and investors keep a close eye on who’s in charge at the Federal Reserve—not because they care about Fed gossip, but because the chair’s decisions ripple through the economy in ways that hit wallets everywhere. Mortgage rates, savings account yields, and stock market swings all trace ba

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