Man killed in N. Idaho stabbing ID'd

Updated at 1:44 p.m. | A man stabbed to death Thursday was identified this morning as 41-year-old David Lynn Foreman of Rathdrum. Kootenai County Sheriff's detectives continue to investigate the case in which woman said she was being raped before fighting off her attacker and killing him, Capt. Ben Wolfinger said in a news release.
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Powder found in downtown building not harmful

Updated at 12:41 p.m. | The Spokane Fire Department has determined that a suspicious powder located in the Washington Trust Bank building in downtown Spokane was not harmful. A fire dispatcher said an employee found a suspicious powder and then called emergency crews. "It wasn't anything hazardous," Officer Teresa Fuller said. Traffic is now open on Sprague Avenue.

Lytle challenges competency determination

Updated at 1:04 p.m. | The father of 4-year-old torture-beating victim Summer Phelps is demanding a hearing to challenge whether he is mentally competent to stand trial on homicide-by-abuse charges. Jonathan Lytle refused at a court hearing today to sign a court waiver that put the criminal case against him on hold until he underwent a psychiatric examination.

Slideshow: Today in pictures

Updated at 1:35 p.m. | Workers struggle to distribute supplies in to survivors and clean up after Cyclone Nargis in Myanmar. Russia showcases its military might as heavy tanks and missile launchers take part in the Victory Day parade for the first time since the Soviet era. And a White House security officer stands guard as a family of ducks prepares to cross a street in Washington, D.C. View a slideshow of these images and more.
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Sunny day to follow frosty morning

Updated at 11:37 a.m. | Frost appeared on windshields this morning before the sun burned it away. Some areas could also expect patchy fog this morning before the temperature climbs to about 60 in Spokane and 59 in Coeur d'Alene, according to the National Weather Service.
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Spokane Naval Trophy coming home to port

Updated at 2:37 p.m. | The Spokane Naval Trophy – listed first among the historical collections at the U.S. Naval Center, the Navy’s central history office in Washington, D.C. – is returning to Spokane on the occasion of its centennial. It will on display for the public Monday through Friday at the Navy Operational Support Center.

Access to Duncan mental evaluation denied

The public doesn't have a constitutional right to see the mental evaluation of Joseph Duncan, a federal judge in Boise ruled Thursday before sealing results of the killer's psychiatric examination.
Document: Read the judge's order
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Junior Lilac Parade starts 10 a.m. Saturday

Updated at 2:37 p.m. | Billed by its organizers as "one of the largest children's parades in the country," the organizing Rotaract Club expects 97 entries including bands and drill teams.
• Map: Parade's path

In 7: Helping you commute on two wheels

Updated at 2:35 p.m. | Every bike commuter has a reason. Cycling saves money, is good for your health and the environment, and can often be more convenient (and more fun) than driving. With gas prices soaring and Bike to Work week starting Monday, many people who have been thinking about riding will finally make the leap.
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 Spokane Club getting a facelift
 Chief Garry statue removed from park
 New pool will be built in Shadle Park
 Wind farm headed for Lincoln County

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Summer Camp guide

Are you looking for summer activities for your children? Browse our guide to day camps, church camps, art camps and more. With an introduction by columnist Paul Turner.

Chief Garry statue removed from park

A crumbling concrete sculpture of Chief Garry, which has stood for 29 years in a city park also named for the historic Spokane Indian leader, has been removed.

» Junior Lilac Parade starts 10 a.m. Saturday

» Shadle Park will house new city pool

» Duncan's psychiatric evaluation sealed

» Post office evacuated over letter

» Weber files bid for Position 1 judgeship

4,400-square-foot cabin sawed in two for barge transport

Half of Kootenai County Sheriff Rocky Watson's new house is anchored on Lake Coeur d'Alene, waiting until Cougar Bay fills with more water so the log cabin can be moved to shore.

» Sawmill's final notes resonate

Farm bill adds cash for state crops

WASHINGTON – Lawmakers unveiled a compromise farm bill Thursday providing roughly $1.3 billion to the nation's fruit and vegetable growers for grants, research and help in opening foreign markets to the apples, cherries, raspberries and other crops grown in Washington and elsewhere.

» Lebanon teeters toward civil war

» Al-Qaida in Iraq leader captured, Iraqi officials say

Homegrown hero: MVP Johnson makes city proud

Sometimes you never know just what it is you're growing.This is almost 10 years ago now. Mark Rypien, the Super Bowl Most Valuable Player who deep down probably harbored dreams of centering a Stanley Cup line, had opened up an ice rink in the Spokane Valley in a venture that, alas, would not end well. The Spokane Chiefs made it their practice headquarters to cement a happy relationship with him, squeezing their workouts in between the private lessons and midget tournaments.

» Mead, University advance to district semis

» Parker, Ginobili spur San Antonio

Shoppers seek discounts

NEW YORK – Caught in the maelstrom of higher gas and food prices, Americans – even more affluent ones – are seeking shelter in wholesale clubs and discount apparel chains.

» Funeral industry eyes body-dissolving process

» Here's the Dirt: Club spending $5 million on Valley facility

South Hill bungalow kitchen remodel

When Richard Imbler was looking at houses in Spokane, a little bungalow steps away from Manito Park caught his eye.

» The Slice: Here's hoping your newspaper didn't arrive late

Outside views: Calls for concession

The following excerpts are from editorials that appeared Thursday in newspapers around the country commenting on primary elections in North Carolina and Indiana.

» Our view: Case for ombudsman

» Trudy Rubin: Demography threatens Israel

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