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Despite a drop in cases, H1N1 rates remain high in Spokane County

SPOKANE, Wash. - New numbers show the H1N1 illness remains at high levels in our region. Even though the number of H1N1 flu cases appears to be decreasing, the SRHD warns that a potential resurgence of the virus could happen at any time. The holiday season presents plenty of opportunity for the spread of viruses such as H1N1. The Health District does not know how H1N1 will continue to affect our community and the best defense now is to get vaccinated if you are in a priority group. More>>

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Expect snow on Sunday morning

SPOKANE, Wash. - If you plan on doing anything outside Friday evening, be sure to bundle up and bring the umbrella. More>>

Spokane County truck nearly collides with power sub station

SPOKANE, Wash. - A Spokane County employee was taken to the hospital Friday after suffering a medical emergency and crashing through two fences before coming to a stop next to a power sub station. More>>

Washington to skip first round of Race to the Top

SEATTLE, Wash. - Gov. Chris Gregoire says the state of Washington is going to wait until the second round to compete for money from a new federal fund for education reform. More>>

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Fever abandon AF1 for Indoor Football League

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As it turns out, The Tri-Cities Fever won’t be playing in the AF1 league after all.  Spokane’s biggest rival decided to forego joining the second tier of the new indoor football league. More>>

Iron-fisted Beach happy to be a Chief

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SPOKANE, Wash. – Once the most reviled player in Spokane, Kyle Beach, who has developed quite a following on YouTube, is now somewhat of a hero on the Chiefs’ hockey team. More>>

Riley to Oregon St. team: stay focused on WSU

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SPOKANE, Wash. - While others may focus on the prospect of No. 20 Oregon State making the Rose Bowl, coach Mike Riley wants his team to pay attention to Saturday opponent Washington State. More>>

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