Plus, former acting Eastern Washington U.S. Attorney Richard Barker questions outcome of 'Spokane 3' trial. Death toll rises to 11 in Longview ahead of funding debate over chemical disaster investigation agency. Maternal health providers in Idaho could see federal grant money this week. Spokane County is trying to renegotiate operations costs with the Spokane Indians to make minor league baseball a win-win for everyone. Hosting the Egyptian national team before the World Cup is a big deal for Gonzaga University.

Plus, a jury finds three Spokane protesters are guilty of federal conspiracy. Public defense tops priorities as Spokane city officials prepare for budget season. KCRCC elects former Post Falls mayor to chairmanship, completing the ouster of Brent Regan. DOJ sues Washington and Oregon over refusal to issue undercover license plates to DHS agents. Graduate loan caps threaten to reduce an already shrinking number of primary care physicians in Washington. WSU Cougars take on OSU in NCAA regional, hoping for a first College World Series appearance in 50 years.

Plus, WA state exchange healthcare premiums could increase by more than 20% again. Outgoing Kootenai County GOP officials look to undercut the incoming moderate leaders. Death toll rises to two, remains of nine still unrecovered after Longview chemical rupture. Beavers could pose a bigger threat than mountain lions to most north Idahoans—financially, at least. And maybe the wine industry isn't dying because millennials and Gen Z don't want to drink wine; maybe it's because they can't afford it.

Plus, 9 people still unaccounted for after Longview industrial implosion leaves at least 1 dead. NW immigrants scramble after rule change means green card applicants may have to leave the U.S. DCYF can't deny foster parent licenses based on religious views on LGBTQ issues, per a new settlement. WA and ID McClatchy journalists strike over wages, AI. WA land managers warn of high fire danger. And WDFW to kill 1 wolf over livestock attacks.

Hantavirus levels in Palouse rodents are 'very surprising' to WSU researchers. North central, northeast WA are in a long-term precipitation deficit; forecasters say that could mean an early start to fire season. An Eastern WA theater adopts vests to let deaf, hard of hearing patrons physically feel concerts. WSU Cougar baseball team advances to NCAA regional tournament, hopes for first College World Series appearance in 50 years. And feeling intimidated about reducing your individual climate impact? Here's one piece of tech that could help home chefs.

Journalist Nick Greene on his newest book, "How to Watch Soccer Like a Genius."

Plus, Head Start students in WAn show strain from increased immigration enforcement, according to a new survey. Avista is switching into fire safety mode earlier than any time in the last 6 years. Spokane Transit expands service for World Cup festivities. The Salish School of Spokane breaks ground for its new campus along the Spokane River.

Plus, the federal government is eliminating limits on certain toxic chemicals, but WA officials say that shouldn't stop contamination reduction on the West Plains. Nearly a quarter of Washington business owners surveyed are considering leaving the state. Despite some far-right wins, moderates gained seats overall in Idaho's legislative primaries. A new Idaho law forces cities to eliminate any restriction on short-term rentals, but Sandpoint officials are dragging their feet on complying. Sandpoint City Council defers kratom sale ban after public opposition. And the Spokane Zephyr folds after two seasons.

We have results from Idaho's generally status quo primary election. Central Washington redistricting advocates petition to the U.S. Supreme Court. And a Spokane theater changes the way it stages its production of "Shrek" to appeal to sensitive viewers.

Primary election day in Idaho and Oregon; Spokane police to get an upgrade to its training facility; and Washington's newest Supreme Court justice takes the oath.