The Inland Northwest has been dry for a while, but things are changing. Rain is finally here, and it's not planning to leave soon. In Coeur d'Alene, almost 3 inches of rain have fallen this month, which is more than the usual 2. 22 inches for October. This change in weather is linked to something c
A recent ground stop at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) has put a spotlight on the ongoing staffing crisis in air traffic control. This issue is not new, but it has been worsened by the federal government shutdown. The shutdown has left air traffic controllers working without pay, leading to
A tough situation is unfolding for many families across the U. S. due to the ongoing government shutdown. The U. S. Department of Agriculture has announced that food aid, known as SNAP, won't be distributed on November 1st. This news comes as a shock to those who rely on these benefits to put food o
In a significant development, Egypt and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) have been given the green light to search for the bodies of hostages taken during the October 7 attacks in Gaza. This permission extends beyond the "yellow line, " an area under the control of the Israel Defe
Gavin Newsom, the governor of California, has hinted at a possible presidential run in 2028. He mentioned this during an interview with CBS News Sunday Morning, stating that he would be dishonest if he said he wasn't considering it. Newsom's current term as governor ends in January 2027, and due to
In a recent twist, Canada's federal government seemed to step back from Ontario's bold moves on trade. This came after U. S. President Donald Trump announced a 10% tariff hike on Canadian products. Ontario had been quite vocal, even running a TV ad that caught Trump's attention. First, Canadian cab
California's Governor, Gavin Newsom, has been vocal about his opposition to President Trump's policies. He believes that Trump is a threat to the country and the world. Newsom has been fighting against Trump's deployment of federal agents in California, filing 43 lawsuits against the Trump administr
The government shutdown is dragging on, and people are getting fed up. A recent poll shows that most folks want Congress to stop the bickering and get back to work. Out of nearly 500 people surveyed, over 70% said "No, get back to work" when asked if Democrats should shut down the government over he
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) has been a hot topic in political circles, especially when it comes to subsidies. Republicans argue that the system is flawed, pointing to what they call "phantom enrollees" who don't use their insurance. This idea has gained traction, especially as lawmakers debate ext
Emily Toland's career path wasn't straightforward. She started in politics, working in Madison, Wisconsin, for 15 years. But life has a way of redirecting us. Two big events in her early 30s changed her course. One was a professional shift, the other was personal—losing a close family member. This l
