Good morning, Lewiston.

Albertsons reported nearly a 70% drop in second-quarter profits and launched a review of its operations — the grocer will examine options including selling stores to cut costs and simplify its structure.

Dustin Miller, director of Idaho Dept of Lands, reported that 80% of wildland fires on protected land were human-caused — a result of summer heat, drought, and low snowpack.

The department said wildfire costs have soared and fire danger remains high as fall begins.

Medicare open enrollment for 2027 coverage begins today in Washington and Idaho.

In Washington, free help from the SHIBA program is available until Dec. 7, while in Idaho Your Health Idaho is assisting residents until Dec. 15 with plans effective Jan. 1.