California utility expects to pay $2.5 billion for wildfires
The blazes killed 44 people, destroyed thousands of homes and businesses, and wiped out vineyards, marijuana farms and other agricultural operations.
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Oregon water scare: Algae blooms happening more often
Toxic algae blooms are happening more often and lasting longer, including in drinking water reservoi
Trump’s government overhaul plan at a glance
President Donald Trump's administration is rolling out a plan to reorganize the federal government. Here's a look at some of the potential changes.
Legal pot will roll out differently in Canada than in US
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced Wednesday that marijuana will be legal nationwide on Oct. 17.
Trump proposing to reorganize federal government
The Trump administration is proposing a major reorganization of the federal government
Selected Western livestock prices
Auction reports from around the West.
Fed chair signals gradual rate hikes in tame inflation era
Low unemployment historically has pushed up inflation as companies raise prices so they can pay more to keep workers.
FDA reconsiders added sugar label for maple syrup, honey
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration reconsiders its plan to label pure maple syrup and honey as containing added sugars
EU to tax Harleys, bourbon and other US goods
The spat comes amid a wider push by the Trump administration to hit other countries with tariffs.
Landscape shifting for export hay, analyst says
The export hay industry in the Northwest is responding to declining hay production in California by putting in new presses and expanding acreage.
Idaho Supreme Court OKs delaying water battle arguments
The Idaho Supreme Court will postpone arguments surrounding a key water battle to allow parties on both sides of the case to discuss a possible settlement