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US economy flashes signals of hope and concern in mixed data

WASHINGTON — Data this week generated a mixed report card of the U.S. economy, showing both resilience in the face of high inflation and signs of troubles ahead.

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North East's 'first' dessert drive-thru service enjoys sweet success

Crave 4 Desserts in Washington is reaping rewards after expanding its delivery business to include a drive-thru that serves up cakes and waffles on the go

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Russia Accuses US of Pursuing Issues Unrelated to Iran Nuclear Deal

Russia blamed on Friday the United States of seeking agreements on issues unrelated to the nuclear file in its negotiations with Tehran over its nuclear deal. Russia's Governor to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Mikhail Ulyanov expected diplomatic efforts to conclude in the coming days. Conflicting reports have emerged…

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Commentary: Cheney's and Murkowski's fates tied to their states' primary systems

If you want to know how to save American democracy, look no further than the cases of Wyoming Rep. Liz Cheney and Alaska Sen. Lisa Murkowski. The primary elections systems in their states dictated two divergent political fates.

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Drone targets Russian base in Crimea, strikes continue in eastern Ukraine

A drone was shot down over the headquarters of Russia's Black Sea fleet in annexed Crimea on Saturday, local officials said, while at least 12 civilians were injured when a missile struck a town in southeastern Ukraine located close to a nuclear plant. Read about the day’s events as they…

France 24

Washington state school shooter sentenced to 40 years

A man who shot one classmate to death and wounded three others five years ago in a Washington state high school, apologized to his victims before he was sentenced to 40 years in prison

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Bears rookie Kyler Gordon reflects on preseason debut vs. Seahawks

Bears CB Kyler Gordon's preseason debut served as a homecoming for the Washington native. The rookie reflects on his performance.

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Court orders release of memo about Russia probe from Justice Department to Barr

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Justice Department must release a 2019 memo advising then-Attorney General Bill Barr on how to handle the conclusion of the Mueller investigation and the department’s decision not to charge Donald Trump, a federal appeals court ruled.

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US Denies Making New Concessions to Iran to Revive Nuclear Pact

The US National Security Council denied on Thursday reports that Washington has made new concessions to Iran to revive the 2015 nuclear deal. Earlier, Senate Foreign Relations Committee Ranking Member Jim Risch suggested in a tweet that the United States was considering giving Iran guarantees that included ending the International…

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Val Demings’ big TV spending may pay dividends, but she’s playing catchup with Rubio

WASHINGTON — It’s not often high-profile incumbent candidates fall behind in the political ad wars early on in their campaigns.

McClatchy Washington Bureau

Best photos from the Bears’ preseason win vs. Seahawks

The Bears defeated the Seahawks 27-11 to advance to 2-0 in the preseason. Take a look at the action:

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Jewell Loyd Channels ‘Mamba’ Mentality in Storm’s Game 1 Win

Loyd’s late-game run lifted Seattle over Washington to a crucial series-opening victory.

Sports Illustrated

Home is never far for the Ukrainian Freedom Orchestra, even when touring in the U.S.

The ensemble of top Ukrainian musicians, including recent refugees, is wrapping up a whirlwind tour with performances in New York City and Washington, D.C.

WEKU

US Says ‘Concerned’ by Israeli Raids on Palestinian Rights Groups

Washington said Thursday it was "concerned" by the Israeli government's forced closure of several Palestinian NGOs operating in the occupied West Bank. The Israeli military announced earlier in the day that it had conducted overnight raids of seven organizations in Ramallah, the West Bank city where the Palestinian Authority's headquarters…

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Best photos from Seahawks preseason matchup against Bears

Take a look at some of the best photos from the Seattle Seahawks preseason matchup against the Chicago Bears at Lumen Field.

The Independent UK

Court: Extraordinary damages OK in 'wrongful life' case

The Washington Supreme Court says that under state law, it’s OK for judges to award extraordinary damages in so-called “wrongful life” cases where a child has birth defects that require extensive care

Tribune News Service

Forest Service to aid private owners on carbon markets, climate

WASHINGTON — The recently signed budget reconciliation law provides the Forest Service with $450 million to decrease greenhouse gas emissions by aiding private landowners with the costs of addressing climate change.

McClatchy Washington Bureau

Judge orders Justice Department to prepare Trump affidavit redactions, leans toward disclosure

WASHINGTON — A federal judge in Florida said Thursday he is likely to order the release of a key court document behind the search of former President Donald Trump’s home, despite warnings from the Justice Department that its disclosure could “irreparably harm” an ongoing criminal investigation.

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Biden called Cheney after her loss to Trump-backed challenger

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden called Liz Cheney on Wednesday after the Wyoming congresswoman and vocal critic of former President Donald Trump was defeated in her state’s Republican primary.

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Prospects dim in House for Sen. Joe Manchin’s federal permitting measure

WASHINGTON — A federal permitting deal between Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer, D-N.Y., and Sen. Joe Manchin III, D-W.Va., is facing pushback from environmentalists and would be difficult to get through the House, lawmakers said.

Roll Call

Strange days are here: August in Washington - Roll Call

August is a strange month, especially in Washington. Congress is in recess, people vacation. How to balance time off and time on.

Tribune News Service

‘The Russians wanted to break me’: Texas native Trevor Reed on his time in prison

WASHINGTON — “Hang in there, take one day at a time. Just remember that there’s people here who are fighting for you and that care about you, and that they’re not going to stop fighting until (you) all come home.”

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Biden’s freeze on oil, gas leases on public land is reinstated — for now

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden won temporary permission to once again pause energy leasing on federal lands and waters, after a U.S. appeals court found a trial judge’s order against the moratorium too vague to review.

Chicago Tribune

Verbal exchange with Cubs catcher Willson Contreras gets 2 fans banned from Nationals Park for 5 years

WASHINGTON — Two fans are banned from Nationals Park for five years after a heated exchange with Chicago Cubs catcher Willson Contreras.

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Commanders land record-setting sponsorship deal

Seat Geek replaces Ticketmaster as the franchise's ticketing company beginning in 2023.

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