Many economists say the current economy is great for people at the upper end of the wage scale, a slog for people at the other end. Also, historian Kristin Kobes Du Mez talks about how a fringe strain of Christianity has come to dominate the national conversation.

Spokane author Travis Baldree joined SPR's Owen Henderson to chat about "Brigands & Breadknives"—the new installment in his popular series “Legends & Lattes.”

Idaho has a compensation program to reimburse livestock producers the fair market value for animals killed by predators

Incumbents have strong leads against their challengers in every contested race except for one in the Riverside School District, where a 25-year veteran will be ousted by a first-timer.

Coeur d’Alene voters also chose to retain three city council members during Tuesday’s general election.

The race for Cheney mayor is shaping up to be one of the tightest races across Spokane County, with challenger Elsa Martin in position to oust incumbent Chris Grover

First night results show most races are ready to be called.

Spokane voters have given a tentative yes to ballot measures meant to expand and improve facilities at schools and parks. Washington voters approve a state constitutional amendment that will allow the state to invest money from the WA Cares long-term care fund.