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WA Ferry Workers Say ‘Abuse’ From Angry Riders Increasing
Perhaps it's the heat, some near-record temperatures, or could be the lack of routes and delays. Either way, WA State Ferry workers say they're being subjected to increased 'abuse' by customers. Washington State Ferry system is more stressed than before. According to Washington State Ferries, there have been increasing reports...
Crypto billionaires throw big money behind Washington congressional hopeful
This week, in the congressional district that stretches from Tacoma to the Olympic Peninsula, a PAC funded by cryptocurrency billionaires spent almost $1.5 million on ads supporting Emily Randall, a Democrat.
Haaland Announces $16M for Drought Resilience During Washington State Visit
TOPPENISH, WA – Secretary Haaland concluded a multi-day visit to Washington State to celebrate major progress in implementing President Biden’s Investing in America agenda to safeguard communities from increased threat of wildland fire and severe drought, restore ecosystems, and strengthen tribal communities. During her visit, Secretary Haaland met with tribal leaders from the Confederated Tribes of the Yakama Nation, Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe, and Puyallup Tribe, as well as Bureau of Indian Education-funded staff and personnel. On the heels of the devastating 1980 Slide Ranch Fire in late June, Secretary Haaland also met with more than 50 Yakama Nation firefighters to express the Biden-Harris administration’s commitment to sharing resources, investing in resilience efforts, and prioritizing permanent pay reforms and increases for tribal firefighters.
Washington athletes look forward to 'once-in-a-lifetime' Olympic Games Opening Ceremony
PARIS, France — The Olympic Games Opening Ceremony always seems to have its share of surprises. In Rio, it was a shirtless Tongan that stole the show. In South Korea he returned, and then again in Tokyo. The ceremony, which marks the official commencement of the Olympic Games, brings...
Complaint against Let’s Go Washington won’t be sent to AG’s office
The state Public Disclosure Commission decided Thursday to retain jurisdiction on a complaint alleging Let’s Go Washington and its founder Brian Heywood violated campaign finance laws in the course of gathering signatures for six initiatives last year. An alliance of progressive groups, which filed the complaint a year ago and is now opposing three of […]
Disability celebration returns to Spokane with multi-culture performances, vendors
SPOKANE, Wash. – Aerius Franklin may move around differently than others, but his cerebral palsy won’t stop him from making his way to Riverfront Park this weekend for what he’s calling a ‘celebration’ of ourselves and our community. “Just to see people gather around…and see...
Big Sky Kickoff – Montana State head coach Brent Vigen on 2024 season
The Big Sky Conference hosted its annual Big Sky Kickoff media event on July 22, 2024 at the Northern Quest Casino in Spokane, Washington. Montana State head coach Brent Vigen caught up with Skyline Sports & ESPN MT. The Bobcats finished last season 8-4, including a 37-7 loss at Montana to end the regular season and 35-34 to North Dakota State in overtime in the second round of the FCS playoffs.
Tiny homes are becoming a popular, less expensive option
Many communities with housing shortages are welcoming tiny houses. Some developers are adding them to their inventory to try to meet the growing demand for less expensive places to live. We recently talked with one Spokane tiny home developer who says business is booming. Last year, Matt Goodwin switched careers....
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