News from the Inland Northwest:
The Spokane Regional Health District is alarmed over the increased use of e-cigs or vaporizers among teenagers. Twenty six percent of high school sophomores report having used one of the devices. The health district says they are no safer than conventional cigarettes despite perceptions to the contrary.
Elsewhere:
Rep. Paul Ryan has indicated that he’s willing to serve as House Speaker, a position that’s had no clear successor since John Boehner announced his resignation. However, Ryan is demanding that a hard-right faction of his party agree not to challenge his leadership should he take the position.