Multiple reports indicate that a cigarette may have been a catalyst in the fire and explosion.
Investigators have not determined the cause of the June 24 fire and explosion that injured three firefighters, may have injured two residents and damaged...
Washington state’s gas tax, already among the highest in the nation, is going up next week.
The state’s per-gallon fuel tax of 55.4 cents will climb 1.1 cents on July 1. The 2% bump is the first of the annual...
Washington state’s gas tax, already among the highest in the nation, is going up next week.
The state’s per-gallon fuel tax of 55.4 cents will climb 1.1 cents on July 1. The 2% bump is the first of the annual...
Deaths and critical injuries among children in Washington’s child welfare system fell steeply in the first quarter of 2026, state officials reported June 24.
Still, four children died and three more nearly died in the first three months of the...
Deaths and critical injuries among children in Washington’s child welfare system fell steeply in the first quarter of 2026, state officials reported June 24.
Still, four children died and three more nearly died in the first three months of the...
An important safety tool for Washington drivers and road crews will soon enter a new phase with a steeper penalty for its first infraction.
After more than a year of trying to change driver behavior, the Work Zone Speed Camera...
An important safety tool for Washington drivers and road crews will soon enter a new phase with a steeper penalty for its first infraction.
After more than a year of trying to change driver behavior, the Work Zone Speed Camera...
The Iran War, the Strait of Hormuz, inflation, the Ukraine conflict, AI, immigration and ICE, government corruption, mid-decade gerrymandering and rigging the midterms, SCOTUS’ decisions, Israel in Lebanon and Gaza, attempted assassinations, the firing of 60 Minutes anchors and...
Procrastinators rejoice! The last week of June is not too late to plant a few tomato plants, bring home some potted basil, thyme and rosemary and fill your patio pots with color.
Frugal gardeners may even find some discount prices...
