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AFFORDABLE CARE ACT CHECK UP: Exceptions To Signing Up Late
AFFORDABLE CARE ACT CHECK UP: Exceptions To Signing Up Late
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 >>Poll: Negative View Of Health Rollout Eases
Poll: Negative View Of Health Rollout Eases
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 >>Health Care Signups: More Older Americans So Far
Health Care Signups: More Older Americans So Far
WASHINGTON (AP) - Younger people went for President Barack Obama at election time, but will they buy his health insurance?More >>WASHINGTON (AP) - Younger people went for President Barack Obama at election time, but will they buy his health insurance?
More >>Roberts Refuses To Grant Obamacare Emergency Stay
Roberts Refuses To Grant Obamacare Emergency Stay
WASHINGTON (AP) - The Supreme Court has refused a group of doctors' request to block implementation of the nation's new health care law.More >>WASHINGTON (AP) - The Supreme Court has refused a group of doctors' request to block implementation of the nation's new health care law.More >>Skimpy Health Law Plans Leave Some 'Underinsured'
Skimpy Health Law Plans Leave Some 'Underinsured'
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 >>OBAMACARE: Adding A New Baby To Plan Not Easy
OBAMACARE: Adding A New Baby To Plan Not Easy
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 >>Federal Health Market Surpasses 1 Million Signups
Federal Health Market Surpasses 1 Million Signups
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 >>Obama Signs Up Through DC Health Care Exchange
Obama Signs Up Through DC Health Care Exchange
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 >>UPDATE: Last-Minute Insurance Shoppers Given Grace Period
UPDATE: Last-Minute Insurance Shoppers Given Grace Period
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 >>OBAMACARE UPDATE: New Data Released On Health Exchange Enrollees
OBAMACARE UPDATE: New Data Released On Health Exchange Enrollees
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 >>Health Website Woes Force Extension For Sickest
Health Website Woes Force Extension For Sickest
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 >>Updated Healthcare.gov Gets Mixed Reviews
Updated Healthcare.gov Gets Mixed Reviews
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) - Consumers are reporting a mix of successes and failures as they try logging onto the updated healthcare.gov site.More >>FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) - Consumers are reporting a mix of successes and failures as they try logging onto the updated healthcare.gov site.More >>Obama Tries To Move Past Health Care Website Woes, Avoid January Enrollment Snafus
Obama Tries To Move Past Health Care Website Woes, Avoid January Enrollment Snafus
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 >>White House: 375,000 Visits To Health Care Website
White House: 375,000 Visits To Health Care Website
WASHINGTON (AP) - The White House says the government's health care website received 375,000 visitors on Monday by noon.More >>WASHINGTON (AP) - The White House says the government's health care website received 375,000 visitors on Monday by noon.More >>
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Need Help Finding A New Healthcare Plan? Get Assistance Here.
Need Help Finding A New Healthcare Plan? Get Assistance Here.
Need help selecting a new healthcare plan? Get assistance from http://www.i-pan.org.More >>Need help selecting a new healthcare plan? Get assistance from http://www.i-pan.org.More >>Info on ACA Business Penalties
Info on ACA Business Penalties
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 >>Affordable Care Act E-Cards
Affordable Care Act E-Cards
Nudge your friends and family to sign up for the Affordable Care Act - send them an e-Card.More >>Nudge your friends and family to sign up for the Affordable Care Act - send them an e-Card.
More >>Apple Health Dental Information (Medicaid)
Apple Health Dental Information (Medicaid)
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 >>Delta Dental (Private Insurance)
Delta Dental (Private Insurance)
Delta Dental wants to make your decision easier by demystifying the process of selecting a dental insurance plan.More >>Mysmile Dental (Discount Plan)
Mysmile Dental (Discount Plan)
Modern dentistry made affordable.More >>Community Informational Meetings At Spokane County Libraries
Community Informational Meetings At Spokane County Libraries
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 >>More Information About Medicaid Expansion and the Affordable Care Act In Washington
More Information About Medicaid Expansion and the Affordable Care Act In Washington
More Information About Medicaid Expansion and the Affordable Care Act In WashingtonMore >>WA Medicaid Income Chart (PDF)
WA Medicaid Income Chart (PDF)
WA Medicaid Income Chart (PDF).More >>Affordable Care Act Fact Sheets
Affordable Care Act Fact Sheets
Various fact sheets about the Affordable Care Act and the various demographics they apply to.
More >>Various fact sheets about the Affordable Care Act and the various demographics they apply to.More >>Affordable Care Act Subsidy Calculator
Affordable Care Act Subsidy Calculator
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 Healthplan Finder
Washington Healthplan Finder
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 >>HealthCare.gov
HealthCare.gov
Health insurance marketplace, Affordable Care Act information site.More >>Health insurance marketplace, Affordable Care Act information site.More >>
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Whitworth University ranked No. 4 Best Christian College in U.S. by College Consensus
Whitworth University ranked No. 4 Best Christian College in U.S. by College Consensus
SPOKANE, Wash. - Whitworth University has been ranked No. 4 on the College Consensus 2018 list of the Best Christian Colleges and Universities in the nation. The university also placed No. 99 on the “2018 Best Colleges and Universities” list and No.3 on the “2018 Best Regional Universities in the West” list. College Consensus is a unique, new college ratings website that combines the latest results from the most respected college rankings
More >>SPOKANE, Wash. - Whitworth University has been ranked No. 4 on the College Consensus 2018 list of the Best Christian Colleges and Universities in the nation. The university also placed No. 99 on the “2018 Best Colleges and Universities” list and No.3 on the “2018 Best Regional Universities in the West” list. College Consensus is a unique, new college ratings website that combines the latest results from the most respected college rankings
More >>Report slams problems at Hanford nuclear waste site
Report slams problems at Hanford nuclear waste site
RICHLAND, Wash. (AP) - Federal investigators say problems first identified six years ago continue to plague the multi-billion-dollar Hanford vitrification plant that would be used to treat some of the nation's deadliest nuclear waste. The Tri-City Herald reports that the Government Accountability Office said in a report released Tuesday that the site's contractor, Bechtel National, has not fully completed planned corrections, and
More >>RICHLAND, Wash. (AP) - Federal investigators say problems first identified six years ago continue to plague the multi-billion-dollar Hanford vitrification plant that would be used to treat some of the nation's deadliest nuclear waste. The Tri-City Herald reports that the Government Accountability Office said in a report released Tuesday that the site's contractor, Bechtel National, has not fully completed planned corrections, and
More >>Investigators find new evidence in home of slain Idaho man
Investigators find new evidence in home of slain Idaho man
SANDPOINT, Idaho (AP) - Authorities say crucial evidence has emerged in the investigation of the killing of a 73-year-old northern Idaho man last year. The Bonner County Daily Bee reports investigators with the Bonner County Sheriff's Office have found unknown fingerprints from inside the home of George Andres, who was found shot to death in early December. Authorities say Andres may have been killed after interrupting a burglary at his house north of Clark Fork. Investigator...
More >>SANDPOINT, Idaho (AP) - Authorities say crucial evidence has emerged in the investigation of the killing of a 73-year-old northern Idaho man last year. The Bonner County Daily Bee reports investigators with the Bonner County Sheriff's Office have found unknown fingerprints from inside the home of George Andres, who was found shot to death in early December. Authorities say Andres may have been killed after interrupting a burglary at his house north of Clark Fork. Investigator...
More >>Police: Washington shipyard worker used phone to promote prostitution
Police: Washington shipyard worker used phone to promote prostitution
PORT ORCHARD, Wash. (AP) - Authorities say a worker at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard wasn't using his phone in a restricted area to steal national security secrets, but to promote prostitution. The Kitsap Sun reports that the 32-year-old man was investigated by the Naval Criminal Investigative Service after he was seen with his phone in the restricted area. Charging documents filed last week in Kitsap County Superior Court say law
More >>PORT ORCHARD, Wash. (AP) - Authorities say a worker at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard wasn't using his phone in a restricted area to steal national security secrets, but to promote prostitution. The Kitsap Sun reports that the 32-year-old man was investigated by the Naval Criminal Investigative Service after he was seen with his phone in the restricted area. Charging documents filed last week in Kitsap County Superior Court say law
More >>3 more radioactive sludge barrels rupture at Idaho site
3 more radioactive sludge barrels rupture at Idaho site
BOISE, Idaho (AP) - Officials at an eastern Idaho nuclear site where a radioactive sludge barrel ruptured inside a contained building say there have been three other ruptures. Officials say a closed-circuit video monitor has been set up. U.S. Department of Energy contractor Fluor Idaho said a crew wearing protective gear entered the building Wednesday to put in the monitoring system where the four 55-gallon (208-liter) barrels ruptured. An alarm on April 11 a...
More >>BOISE, Idaho (AP) - Officials at an eastern Idaho nuclear site where a radioactive sludge barrel ruptured inside a contained building say there have been three other ruptures. Officials say a closed-circuit video monitor has been set up. U.S. Department of Energy contractor Fluor Idaho said a crew wearing protective gear entered the building Wednesday to put in the monitoring system where the four 55-gallon (208-liter) barrels ruptured. An alarm on April 11 a...
More >>PHOTOS: Semi-truck crash shuts down lanes of I-90 through downtown Spokane.
PHOTOS: Semi-truck crash shuts down lanes of I-90 through downtown Spokane.
SPOKANE, Wash. - Jim Martin Trucking LLC out of Hayden, Idaho confirmed with KHQ the driver of the semi-truck involved in Wednesday's crash on I-90 in downtown Spokane is okay and is cooperating with Troopers. The driver, who was hauling crushed cars, says he was cut off by another car, which he says started the chain reaction that caused the crash.
More >>SPOKANE, Wash. - Jim Martin Trucking LLC out of Hayden, Idaho confirmed with KHQ the driver of the semi-truck involved in Wednesday's crash on I-90 in downtown Spokane is okay and is cooperating with Troopers. The driver, who was hauling crushed cars, says he was cut off by another car, which he says started the chain reaction that caused the crash.
More >>Uranus smells like farts and rotten eggs
Uranus smells like farts and rotten eggs
There's no way around it, so I'm just going to say it, we can laugh, laugh some more, and move on. Then share it with our friends and family and laugh some more.
More >>There's no way around it, so I'm just going to say it, we can laugh, laugh some more, and move on. Then share it with our friends and family and laugh some more. Uranus smells like farts. That's not some childish joke (but come on, it's pretty funny). That's straight from scientists at the University of Oxford, who published their findings in the peer-reviewed journal Nature Astronomy on Monday.
More >>Inmate attempts to escape custody
Inmate attempts to escape custody
Adalya Breaux was in jail on residential burglary and theft charges.She was in belly chains, ankle restraints, and handcuffs but that didn't stop her. During her short walk from the Courthouse to the Jail, she ran from the armed deputies (well waddled from all of the restraints) and attempted to hide under a deck. She was quickly apprehended and booked back into jail with an additional felony charge of 2nd-degree escape.
More >>Adalya Breaux was in jail on residential burglary and theft charges.She was in belly chains, ankle restraints, and handcuffs but that didn't stop her. During her short walk from the Courthouse to the Jail, she ran from the armed deputies (well waddled from all of the restraints) and attempted to hide under a deck. She was quickly apprehended and booked back into jail with an additional felony charge of 2nd-degree escape.
More >>Loss prevention officer shot at Dallas Home Depot had recently moved there from Spokane
Loss prevention officer shot at Dallas Home Depot had recently moved there from Spokane
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DALLAS - KHQ has learned the loss prevention officer shot at a Home Depot store in Dallas Tuesday afternoon had recently moved to Texas from Spokane. Two police officers and a loss prevention officer were shot at the home improvement store on Tuesday. One of the officers died and the other is in critical condition in the hospital.
More >>DALLAS - KHQ has learned the loss prevention officer shot at a Home Depot store in Dallas Tuesday afternoon had recently moved to Texas from Spokane. Two police officers and a loss prevention officer were shot at the home improvement store on Tuesday. One of the officers died and the other is in critical condition in the hospital.
More >>Video of President Trump awkwardly trying to hold Melania's hand goes viral
Video of President Trump awkwardly trying to hold Melania's hand goes viral
KHQ.COM - An awkward moment between President Trump and his wife Melania is going viral. During a state visit with French President, Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte, the four are standing outside of the White House when President Trump makes multiple advances to hold his wife's hand and she remains completely unresponsive to his attempts until finally giving in.
More >>KHQ.COM - An awkward moment between President Trump and his wife Melania is going viral. During a state visit with French President, Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte, the four are standing outside of the White House when President Trump makes multiple advances to hold his wife's hand and she remains completely unresponsive to his attempts until finally giving in.
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