Northwest
Photos of ‘king tides’ globally show risks of climate change
The uploaded images are helping scientists, policymakers and city officials plan for the future.
Northwest
Amid threats, police presence boosted at Spokane City Council meetings
The concern is related to fiery testimony about Rep. Matt Shea and protests at Planned Parenthood.
Northwest
2nd nuclear reactor being studied for eastern Washington
Energy Northwest generates the electricity for more than 1.5 million customers in Washington state.
Northwest
Men wanted by police in Seattle shooting arrested in Nevada
They were identified by police as suspects in the Jan. 22 shooting at Third Avenue and Pine Street.
Northwest
Federal complaint: Pot farm used in Ponzi scheme
The scheme allegedly took in $4.85 million from investors.
Northwest
Body of missing Washington hiker found near park
Mark Miller, 61, of Orting, was found dead Saturday evening near Mount Rainier National Park.
Northwest
Washington Senate passes death penalty repeal bill
There have been 78 inmates put to death in this state since 1904, with the most recent in…
Northwest
Bones found near Port Angeles likely 500-1,000 years old
If the remains are found to be Native American, they will be repatriated to tribal members.
Northwest
Congresswoman eyes document on border detention of Iranians
U.S. Rep. Pramila Jayapal, from Seattle, is trying to authenticate the document.
Northwest
State psychiatric hospital to open wards to reduce violence
The project will combine increased staffing, more therapy for patients and tighter security.
Northwest
Washington House narrowly passes low-carbon fuels standard
The bill now heads to the Senate for consideration, where it stalled last session.
Northwest
Yakima County judge with depression has gun rights restored
In July 2018, he had been found pacing at the edge of the I-82 bridge.
Northwest
Another endangered Northwest orca missing, feared dead
The 42-year-old male fathered 20 babies with 11 different females, according to genetic research.
Northwest
Documents show Rep. Matt Shea had detailed plans for action
The Spokane lawmaker called the report “a political hit job/label lynching paid for by us taxpayers.”
Northwest
EPA announces $2.2 million grant for drinking water program
Washington will use $723,000 to expand lead testing in child care facilities and public schools.
Northwest
State Senate makes tweaks to workplace conduct rules
Staffers are concerned that every complaint they make, no matter how small, will be made public.
Local News
Deputy marshals shoot Snohomish County fugitive in Las Vegas
The man was wanted on firearms and drug charges. His name and condition haven’t been released.
Business
Bills in Washington Legislature to allow sports betting
Leaders of several Indian tribes with casinos testified in support of the idea.
Business
Boeing to evict falcons from rafters of closed Renton plant
The nesting pair has lived inside the factory for four years, raising children and eating pigeons.
Northwest
Coast Guard board to investigate deadly crab boat sinking
Scandies Rose went down with five of its seven crew members on Dec. 31 in the Gulf of…