Abstract: More accurate forecasts may not necessarily lead to better decision-making. To address this challenge, decision-focused learning (DFL) has been proposed as a new branch of machine learning ...

Abstract: This paper introduces a novel bi-level multi-objective optimization framework designed for decision-making under hybrid uncertainty, where system constraints account for both intuitionistic ...

Today’s lending environment is tight, and margins are feeling the pressure. It’s clear that a lender’s profitability has a lot to do with how well decisions are made and managed throughout the loan ...

Tree farmers and the marketing group that supports them want more Americans to buy live-cut trees. A new Home Depot ad gave them holiday hope. By Kevin Draper Milk had “Got Milk?” Beef had “Beef: It’s ...

A 2022 law focused on who should hold the most power within Jefferson County Public Schools has again been ruled unconstitutional, reversing a 2024 decision and restoring authority over certain ...

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – A second atmospheric river in two weeks pummeled the Pacific Northwest late Tuesday into early Wednesday morning, bringing high winds and fallen trees to the region. Oregon and ...

WESTERN WASHINGTON — The latest storm to sweep across western Washington, with wind and rain, cut power to thousands and caused tree damage as flood watches and warnings on rivers continue. At the ...

Strong winds caused the death of a man near Coeur d’Alene and left thousands without power throughout the Inland Northwest Wednesday morning. The man was killed by a tree that fell into his house ...

A trade association says new U.S. tariffs increased artificial Christmas tree prices by 10% to 15% this year as tree companies reduced their orders and raised prices to cover the higher import taxes ...

CHELAN COUNTY, Wash. – Several roads in Chelan County are blocked due to downed trees or powerlines, according to Chelan County Emergency Management. Blocked roads include portions of Chumstick, North ...