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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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Plane crashes in Pend Oreille River
Plane crashes in Pend Oreille River
PRIEST RIVER, Id. - One pilot is safe after a plane landed and overturned in the Pend Oreille River. A viewer heard the crash and came outside to find a plane sinking into the waters. Three private boaters quickly came to the rescue to tow the plane to the north side of the river. As soon as we get more information, we will update this story.
More >>PRIEST RIVER, Id. - One pilot is safe after a plane landed and overturned in the Pend Oreille River. A viewer heard the crash and came outside to find a plane sinking into the waters. Three private boaters quickly came to the rescue to tow the plane to the north side of the river. As soon as we get more information, we will update this story.
More >>State Dept. warns of possibly tainted alcohol in Mexico
State Dept. warns of possibly tainted alcohol in Mexico
MILWAUKEE (AP) - The U.S. State Department is warning tourists going to Mexico about reports of tainted or substandard alcohol causing drinkers to become sick or pass out. The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel recently reported about travelers becoming sick after drinking alcohol at Mexican resorts. In January, a 20-year-old Wisconsin woman vacationing in Mexico with her family died after she was pulled from a resort pool.
More >>MILWAUKEE (AP) - The U.S. State Department is warning tourists going to Mexico about reports of tainted or substandard alcohol causing drinkers to become sick or pass out. The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel recently reported about travelers becoming sick after drinking alcohol at Mexican resorts. In January, a 20-year-old Wisconsin woman vacationing in Mexico with her family died after she was pulled from a resort pool.
More >>Seattle mayor's accuser alleges defamation, wants $1M-plus
Seattle mayor's accuser alleges defamation, wants $1M-plus
SEATTLE, Wash. (AP) - A man who accused Seattle Mayor Ed Murray of sexually abusing him decades ago has demanded more than $1 million from the city, saying Murray defamed him. The Seattle Times reports that Delvonn Heckard filed the $1 million to $3 million claim Wednesday. He says the mayor used his position to falsely accuse Heckard of participating in an "anti-gay right wing conspiracy" against the mayor. Both Heckard and Murray are gay.
More >>SEATTLE, Wash. (AP) - A man who accused Seattle Mayor Ed Murray of sexually abusing him decades ago has demanded more than $1 million from the city, saying Murray defamed him. The Seattle Times reports that Delvonn Heckard filed the $1 million to $3 million claim Wednesday. He says the mayor used his position to falsely accuse Heckard of participating in an "anti-gay right wing conspiracy" against the mayor. Both Heckard and Murray are gay.
More >>The Latest: House passes $788B bill for military, wall
The Latest: House passes $788B bill for military, wall
WASHINGTON, D.C. (AP) - The Latest on the House's $788 billion spending measure (all times local): 5:20 p.m. The House has passed a $788 billion spending bill that combines a $1.6 billion down payment for President Donald Trump's controversial border wall with Mexico with a whopping budget increase for the Pentagon. The 235-192 vote both eases a large backlog of unfinished spending bills and gives Trump and his House GOP
More >>WASHINGTON, D.C. (AP) - The Latest on the House's $788 billion spending measure (all times local): 5:20 p.m. The House has passed a $788 billion spending bill that combines a $1.6 billion down payment for President Donald Trump's controversial border wall with Mexico with a whopping budget increase for the Pentagon. The 235-192 vote both eases a large backlog of unfinished spending bills and gives Trump and his House GOP
More >>Home in North Spokane County a total loss after fire
Home in North Spokane County a total loss after fire
One woman was evacuated from her home when she woke up to her front porch in flames. Firefighters were called to a fire on North Spotted Road around 6 am this morning and discovered flames engulfing a double wide manufactured home. One female occupant had evacuated safely, after being woken up by a family member who saw flames on the porch. Fire crews were unable to fight the fire from inside as the fire grew so intensely.
More >>SPOKANE, Wash - One woman was evacuated from her home when she woke up to her front porch in flames. Firefighters were called to a fire on North Spotted Road around 6 am this morning and discovered flames engulfing a double wide manufactured home. One female occupant had evacuated safely, after being woken up by a family member who saw flames on the porch. Fire crews were unable to fight the fire from inside as the fire grew so intensely.
More >>Thunderbirds kick of Skyfest Airshow at Fairchild Air Force Base
Thunderbirds kick of Skyfest Airshow at Fairchild Air Force Base
FAIRCHILD AIR FORCE BASE, Wash. - Could you hear the thunder in the sky? Thunderbirds gave a spectacular show to kick off the Skyfest Airshow at Fairchild Air Force Base. Team Fairchild is celebrating 75 years of heritage and community partnership with the 2017 Skyfest air show and open house. This free event is scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, July 29 and 30. Our gates open at 9:00 a.m. and aerial events are scheduled to begin at 11:00 a.m.
More >>FAIRCHILD AIR FORCE BASE, Wash. - Could you hear the thunder in the sky? Thunderbirds gave a spectacular show to kick off the Skyfest Airshow at Fairchild Air Force Base. Team Fairchild is celebrating 75 years of heritage and community partnership with the 2017 Skyfest air show and open house. This free event is scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, July 29 and 30. Our gates open at 9:00 a.m. and aerial events are scheduled to begin at 11:00 a.m.
More >>Showtime sets a Donald Trump cartoon from Stephen Colbert
Showtime sets a Donald Trump cartoon from Stephen Colbert
Courtesy Showtime
NEW YORK, NY (AP) - Showtime has elected to air a cartoon series about the Donald Trump White House. The 10 half-hours of what Showtime calls a workplace comedy will be executive produced by Stephen Colbert for premiere this fall. No date was specified. Showtime says the series, so far untitled, will satirically deconstruct life in the White House-hold with family members, insiders, world leaders and even rival Democrats taking part.
More >>NEW YORK, NY (AP) - Showtime has elected to air a cartoon series about the Donald Trump White House. The 10 half-hours of what Showtime calls a workplace comedy will be executive produced by Stephen Colbert for premiere this fall. No date was specified. Showtime says the series, so far untitled, will satirically deconstruct life in the White House-hold with family members, insiders, world leaders and even rival Democrats taking part.
More >>Post Falls woman pleads guilty to stealing from a tribal organization
Post Falls woman pleads guilty to stealing from a tribal organization
POST FALLS, Idaho - 53-year-old Julianna Park from Post Falls pleaded guilty Wednesday to theft from a tribal organization. According to the plea agreement and statements made in court, Parker was an employee of the Coeur d'Alene Tribe in its Natural Resources Department in the Land Services Program since 2009. In 2015, an investigation revealed that Parker stole 15 checks totaling $12,870.09 that were meant for the tribe.
More >>POST FALLS, Idaho - 53-year-old Julianna Park from Post Falls pleaded guilty Wednesday to theft from a tribal organization. According to the plea agreement and statements made in court, Parker was an employee of the Coeur d'Alene Tribe in its Natural Resources Department in the Land Services Program since 2009. In 2015, an investigation revealed that Parker stole 15 checks totaling $12,870.09 that were meant for the tribe.
More >>Psychologists not liable for CIA interrogations, lawyers say
Psychologists not liable for CIA interrogations, lawyers say
SEATTLE, Wash. (AP) - Lawyers for two psychologists who helped craft the CIA's harsh interrogation methods used in the war on terror say their clients should be as free from liability as a worker for a company that supplied the Nazis with the poison gas used at concentration camps. The American Civil Liberties Union argues the psychologists should be held accountable for the methods they designed, including waterboarding. The
More >>SEATTLE, Wash. (AP) - Lawyers for two psychologists who helped craft the CIA's harsh interrogation methods used in the war on terror say their clients should be as free from liability as a worker for a company that supplied the Nazis with the poison gas used at concentration camps. The American Civil Liberties Union argues the psychologists should be held accountable for the methods they designed, including waterboarding. The
More >>96-year-old vet gets his wish of visiting US Navy station
96-year-old vet gets his wish of visiting US Navy station
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NEWPORT, R.I. (AP) - A 96-year-old World War II veteran who dreamed of returning to a Navy installation to reminisce about his more than 20-year naval career got his wish. Edmund DelBarone (del-bah-ROHN') toured Naval Station Newport in Rhode Island Thursday in a visit arranged by Denver-based nonprofit Wish of a Lifetime. After seeing some of the ships assigned to the base, he says he'd have no trouble taking them out to sea.
More >>NEWPORT, R.I. (AP) - A 96-year-old World War II veteran who dreamed of returning to a Navy installation to reminisce about his more than 20-year naval career got his wish. Edmund DelBarone (del-bah-ROHN') toured Naval Station Newport in Rhode Island Thursday in a visit arranged by Denver-based nonprofit Wish of a Lifetime. After seeing some of the ships assigned to the base, he says he'd have no trouble taking them out to sea.
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