Locations across the country want to launch electric ferries to cut carbon emissions, but there are challenges to the rollout.
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New York Bought an Electric Ferry. The City Can’t Charge It.
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FTC and 22 States Sue Amazon Over Advertising Practices
The New York Times – On the Runway:Regulators say the e-commerce giant forced more than a million advertisers to pay more than they should have. The company denies the claims.
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6 Awe-Inspiring Destinations on U.S. Public Land, but Not in National Parks
The New York Times – Travel:You don’t have to brave the crowds at Yellowstone or Yosemite. Feel the awe of slot canyons, lava tubes, gorges and more on other U.S.-owned public land.
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Spokane Wildfires Destroy Hundreds of Buildings as Thousands Evacuate
The New York Times – On the Runway:Firefighters were hopeful that weather conditions in Washington state could improve their efforts, but worried that fire might spread to a canyon, where it could expand rapidly.
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5 Great Road Trips to Take in the Western U.S. This Fall
Whether they’re on the Pacific Coast or in the Rockies, these short drives offer plenty to see and do — so much, in fact, that you might want to take it slow.
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Suspect in Macklemore Robbery Also Stole From Sports Stars, Prosecutors Say
Patrick Maisonet’s targets in the Seattle area included the baseball Hall of Famer Ichiro Suzuki and the former football star Richard Sherman, officials said.
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How a Tiny Community Got Caught Up in Trump’s Attacks on Canada
The enclave of Point Roberts, Wash., once thrived with a mix of Americans and Canadians. Now the border checks are a hassle, the community is isolated and businesses are withering.
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Oil Companies Are Sued Over Death of Woman in 2021 Heat Wave
Experts said it is the first wrongful death case targeting fossil fuel companies over their role in global warming.
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Escaping a Kidnapper
Escaping a kidnapper at age 12.
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Costco Raises Membership Fees for First Time in 7 Years
An increase of more than 8 percent will take effect on Sept. 1. The base membership will go up by $5, to $65 per year.
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Walnuts Recalled From Natural Food Stores After E. Coli Outbreak
The outbreak linked to shelled organic walnuts distributed by Gibson Farms has sickened 12 people and hospitalized seven in California and Washington State, federal officials said.