Friday, March 28 2014 9:40 PM EDT2014-03-29 01:40:10 GMT
SPOKANE, Wash. - The deadline has passed to sign up for coverage on the state exchanges, but there are a couple of exceptions to the rule.More >>
SPOKANE, Wash. - The deadline has passed to sign up for coverage on the state exchanges, but there are a couple of exceptions to the rule. KHQ talked with Curt Fackler from better health together about people who still can enroll for coverage. You want to have the social security numbers of everyone in your immediate family.More >>
Monday, January 27 2014 9:17 AM EST2014-01-27 14:17:26 GMT
WASHINGTON (AP) - Even though the government's health care website may be fixed, a new poll finds that President Barack Obama's insurance markets haven't impressed most consumers.More >>
WASHINGTON (AP) - Even though the government's health care website may be fixed, a new poll finds that President Barack Obama's insurance markets haven't impressed most consumers. More >>
Monday, January 13 2014 4:08 PM EST2014-01-13 21:08:42 GMT
SEATTLE (AP) - During the first few months of health insurance enrollment in the new system, Washington state signed more people up for insurance than all buy a handful of states.More >>
SEATTLE (AP) - During the first few months of health insurance enrollment in the new system, Washington state signed more people up for insurance than all buy a handful of states. More >>
Friday, January 3 2014 12:43 PM EST2014-01-03 17:43:30 GMT
WASHINGTON (AP) - If you know people who are working for just a little money and struggling with medical bills, President Barack Obama's health care overhaul may sound like the answer to their problems.More >>
WASHINGTON (AP) - If you know people who are working for just a little money and struggling with medical bills, President Barack Obama's health care overhaul may sound like the answer to their problems.More >>
Friday, January 3 2014 10:03 AM EST2014-01-03 15:03:09 GMT
WASHINGTON (AP) - Another quirk has surfaced with the Obama administration's new health insurance system: There's no easy way to update your coverage for a new baby and other common life events.More >>
WASHINGTON (AP) - Another quirk has surfaced with the Obama administration's new health insurance system: There's no easy way to update your coverage for a new baby and other common life events.More >>
Monday, December 30 2013 9:45 AM EST2013-12-30 14:45:36 GMT
HONOLULU (AP) - The Obama administration says that following a December surge more than 1.1 million people have now enrolled for health insurance through the federal government's improved website.More >>
HONOLULU (AP) - The Obama administration says that following a December surge more than 1.1 million people have now enrolled for health insurance through the federal government's improved website.More >>
Monday, December 23 2013 4:26 PM EST2013-12-23 21:26:38 GMT
HONOLULU (AP) - In a symbolic step, President Barack Obama has signed up for health insurance through the new exchanges created by his health care overhaul.More >>
HONOLULU (AP) - In a symbolic step, President Barack Obama has signed up for health insurance through the new exchanges created by his health care overhaul.More >>
Monday, December 23 2013 4:20 PM EST2013-12-23 21:20:03 GMT
CHICAGO (AP) - Monday's deadline for signing up for insurance under the new health care law has effectively been extended through Tuesday in case of heavy demand on the government website.More >>
CHICAGO (AP) - Monday's deadline for signing up for insurance under the new health care law has effectively been extended through Tuesday in case of heavy demand on the government website.More >>
Friday, December 13 2013 9:48 AM EST2013-12-13 14:48:09 GMT
OLYMPIA, Wash. (AP) - State officials say that the number of people signing up for private insurance on the state's new health exchange have increased significantly since the health exchange went online in October.More >>
OLYMPIA, Wash. (AP) - State officials say that the number of people signing up for private insurance on the state's new health exchange have increased significantly since the health exchange went online in October.More >>
Thursday, December 12 2013 12:15 PM EST2013-12-12 17:15:53 GMT
WASHINGTON (AP) - Technology problems with President Barack Obama's health care website are forcing the administration to extend a federal insurance plan for some of the sickest patients by a month.More >>
WASHINGTON (AP) - Technology problems with President Barack Obama's health care website are forcing the administration to extend a federal insurance plan for some of the sickest patients by a month.More >>
Tuesday, December 3 2013 9:12 AM EST2013-12-03 14:12:29 GMT
KHQ.COM - The Obama administration is trying to move past the woes of its health care website. More >>
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Obama administration is trying to move past the woes of its health care website by launching a two-pronged strategy aimed at avoiding enrollment snafus come January while trying to refocus attention on the broader benefits of the law.More >>
The Affordable Care Act does not require businesses to provide health benefits to their workers, but larger employers face penalties if they don't make affordable coverage available. More >>
The Affordable Care Act does not require businesses to provide health benefits to their workers, but larger employers face penalties if they don't make affordable coverage available. More >>
Because of the Affordable Care Act, more people will be able to get preventive care, like check-ups and cancer screenings, treatment for diabetes and high blood pressure, and many other health care services they need to stay healthy.More >>
Spokane County Library District announces a series of informational sessions designed to help you learn about the new way to get health insurance.More >>
Spokane County Library District announces a series of informational sessions designed to help you learn about the new way to get health insurance.More >>
This tool illustrates health insurance premiums and subsidies for people purchasing insurance on their own in new health insurance exchanges.More >>
This tool illustrates health insurance premiums and subsidies for people purchasing insurance on their own in new health insurance exchanges (or "Marketplaces") created by the Affordable Care Act (ACA).More >>
Washington Healthplanfinder, is a new way to help you find, compare and select a quality health insurance plan that is right for you.More >>
Washington Healthplanfinder, is a new way to help you find, compare and select a quality health insurance plan that is right for you, your family and your budget.More >>
Sunday, July 27 2014 11:57 PM EDT2014-07-28 03:57:54 GMT
SEATTLE (AP) - Officials say firefighting crews are making progress against Washington's largest wildfire, saying the 390-square-mile fire in the north-central part of the state is now almost 60 percent contained.The progress at the Carlton complex fire comes as temperatures begin to rise, with the possibility of triple digit temperatures next week. More >>
SEATTLE (AP) - Officials say firefighting crews are making progress against Washington's largest wildfire, saying the 390-square-mile fire in the north-central part of the state is now almost 60 percent contained.The progress at the Carlton complex fire comes as temperatures begin to rise, with the possibility of triple digit temperatures next week. More >>
Sunday, July 27 2014 10:46 PM EDT2014-07-28 02:46:01 GMT
KHQ.COM - For over a week, we've heard hundreds of heartbreaking stories from people who have lost everything, to those who refuse to let the firestorm break their spirits. From communities rallying together, to the heroes on the front lines, all that and more inside "Beyond the Fire Lines." If you missed it you can check out the videos inside this article.More >>
KHQ.COM - For over a week, we've heard hundreds of heartbreaking stories from people who have lost everything, to those who refuse to let the firestorm break their spirits. From communities rallying together, to the heroes on the front lines, all that and more inside "Beyond the Fire Lines." If you missed it you can check out the videos inside this article.More >>
Sunday, July 27 2014 10:10 PM EDT2014-07-28 02:10:46 GMT
(KHQ MD)- An exciting new study is showing some very promising hope in the fight against obesity. A scientist at Vanderbilt is creating a bacteria that acts as a therapeutic compound in the gut preventing weight gain, even in high-fat diets.More >>
(KHQ MD)- An exciting new study is showing some very promising hope in the fight against obesity. A scientist at Vanderbilt is creating a bacteria that acts as a therapeutic compound in the gut preventing weight gain, even in high-fat diets. More >>
Sunday, July 27 2014 8:42 PM EDT2014-07-28 00:42:57 GMT
SPOKANE, Wash. - Officers arrested and booked 43 year old Jeremy S. Dreher this morning for First Degree Burglary and two warrants. Around 7 a.m. this morning police responded to a call from a homeowner who said a man was in her house with a gun.More >>
SPOKANE, Wash. - Officers arrested and booked 43 year old Jeremy S. Dreher this morning for First Degree Burglary and two warrants. Around 7 a.m. this morning police responded to a call from a homeowner who said a man was in her house with a gun.More >>
Sunday, July 27 2014 5:26 PM EDT2014-07-27 21:26:51 GMT
SPOKANE, Wash. - More then four dozen firefighters extinguished a fire at the American Linen Company building this morning. Around 5 a.m. two SFD Engines were dispatched to an automatic fire alarm at 1923 N. Waterworks.The fire was declared extinguished at 7:14 am, more than two hours after being discovered.More >>
SPOKANE, Wash. - More then four dozen firefighters extinguished a fire at the American Linen Company building this morning. Around 5 a.m. two SFD Engines were dispatched to an automatic fire alarm at 1923 N. Waterworks.The fire was declared extinguished at 7:14 am, more than two hours after being discovered.More >>
Sunday, July 27 2014 4:57 PM EDT2014-07-27 20:57:54 GMT
KHQ.COM - The small town of Dundee, OR is searching for a mother and wife who has been missing since Thursday. Family and friends are searching for 38 year old Jennifer Huston who was last scene at a gas station located in the southern area of Portland. Since then she has not contacted her family and police say there has been no credit card activity.More >>
KHQ.COM - The small town of Dundee, OR is searching for a mother and wife who has been missing since Thursday. Family and friends are searching for 38 year old Jennifer Huston who was last scene at a gas station located in the southern area of Portland. Since then she has not contacted her family and police say there has been no credit card activity.More >>
Sunday, July 27 2014 4:40 PM EDT2014-07-27 20:40:05 GMT
LEWISTON, Idaho - The Central Grade Fire was reported at 6:23 pm yesterday afternoon, the fire is approximately 2500 acres as of this morning. Burning in grass on very steep terrain the fire is approximately 70% contained. Interagency response to this Nez Perce Tribe fire began with the Nez Perce Rural Fire District being the first to arrive on the scene. Six Forest Service Smokejumpers jumped the fire last night and have been released from the fire this morning. More >>
LEWISTON, Idaho - The Central Grade Fire was reported at 6:23 pm yesterday afternoon, the fire is approximately 2500 acres as of this morning. Burning in grass on very steep terrain the fire is approximately 70% contained. Interagency response to this Nez Perce Tribe fire began with the Nez Perce Rural Fire District being the first to arrive on the scene. Six Forest Service Smokejumpers jumped the fire last night and have been released from the fire this morning. More >>
Sunday, July 27 2014 4:16 PM EDT2014-07-27 20:16:26 GMT
EPHRATA, Wash. (27JUL2014) - Grant County Sheriff’s Office reports that an inmate escaped from the Grant County jail this morning but was then apprehended in Moses Lake a short time later.At approximately 10:00am today, Jaime D. Hampshire, age 29, escaped from the Grant County Jail as another subject was being released. Hampshire was being held on felony theft charges.More >>
EPHRATA, Wash. (27JUL2014) - Grant County Sheriff’s Office reports that an inmate escaped from the Grant County jail this morning but was then apprehended in Moses Lake a short time later.At approximately 10:00am today, Jaime D. Hampshire, age 29, escaped from the Grant County Jail as another subject was being released. Hampshire was being held on felony theft charges.More >>
Sunday, July 27 2014 2:18 PM EDT2014-07-27 18:18:29 GMT
As of Sunday morning, there are just less than 1,000 customers without power in the Inland Northwest. There are still more than 956 Avista customers without power but Avista says all customers will have power by 6 p.m. Sunday night. >>>SEE LATEST OUTAGE UPDATES>>>More >>
As of Sunday morning, there are just less than 1,000 customers without power in the Inland Northwest. There are still more than 956 Avista customers without power but Avista says all customers will have power by 6 p.m. Sunday night. >>>SEE LATEST OUTAGE UPDATES>>>More >>
Sunday, July 27 2014 10:36 AM EDT2014-07-27 14:36:04 GMT
GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) - Hamas says it has agreed to a 24-hour humanitarian truce in the Gaza war ahead of a major Muslim holiday. Hamas spokesman Sami Abu Zuhri said the truce would go into effect at 2 p.m. Sunday. The three-day Eid al-Fitr holiday, which caps the Muslim fasting month of Ramadan, is expected to begin Monday or Tuesday, depending on the sighting of the new moon.More >>
GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) - Hamas says it has agreed to a 24-hour humanitarian truce in the Gaza war ahead of a major Muslim holiday. Hamas spokesman Sami Abu Zuhri said the truce would go into effect at 2 p.m. Sunday. The three-day Eid al-Fitr holiday, which caps the Muslim fasting month of Ramadan, is expected to begin Monday or Tuesday, depending on the sighting of the new moon.More >>
