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Washington state fires destroy hundreds of structures and force Spokane-area residents to evacuateSuspect in shooting at Idaho fast-food restaurant died from self-inflicted gunshot wound, police sayTrial of Massachusetts mom accused of killing her 3 children enters 2nd week of testimonyAt colleges, the AI boom means everyone wants to dabble in computer scienceMaryland lawmakers to consider steps toward partisan redistricting for 2028The Latest: Blanche rescinds fund for Trump allies after senators threaten to block his AG bidRepublicans want voters to elect Kansas Supreme Court justices and move court to the rightSen. Bernie Moreno says former son-in-law Max Miller should not serve in the HouseOhio Rep. Kaptur treated for non-life threatening injuries after a car accident in ToledoOf thee