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The Hidden Heroes Fighting Wildfires in The Pacific Northwest
From the time we're young, we learn that firefighters are those brave people who suit up in bulky red and yellow gear with hard hats, jump in a firetruck, and speed with sirens toward fire danger (sometimes with a Dalmatian in tow). In my mind, firefighting first conjures images of massive water hoses spewing into the brush, then sweeps to the skies to watch planes dump the iconic red-colored fire retardant and helicopters drop gallons of water down in an attempt to drench wild flames.
2 suspects accused of targeting Asian families in string of violent robberies throughout Washington
SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash. — Two men were indicted by a grand jury on Racketeer Influence and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) charges for allegedly leading a violent gang that targeted victims throughout Washington. Kevin Thissel, 28, and Chris Johnson, 23, are in custody on federal charges connected to a deadly home...
Washington Bracing for Bitter Cold in Latest Winter Outlook
We haven't fiished with Summer yet, and predictions are already in for Winter. Winter isn't my favorite season, which is why this Minnesota gal moved to the West coast. Personally, Fall is my favorite, followed by Spring, Summer, and THEN, Winter. As a young child, when the first snow fell, we prayed there would be enough for sledding. Of course, in Minnesota, sometimes snow arrived as early as Halloween. What a joy that was!
Announcement: The Name of the Washington State Ferry Baby Is…
We now know the name of the baby born on a Washington State Ferry recently!. Baby Born Aboard Washington State Ferry to Anacortes. In a breathtaking event that will be remembered for years to come, a baby boy was born aboard the Washington State Ferry Samish on August 6, 2024, as it navigated from Lopez Island to Anacortes. The birth occurred at approximately 3:45 p.m. and added a new twist to the routine journey of the ferry.
As Multnomah County vote secures solution to ambulance crisis, commissioners battle over narrative
Even as a vote from the Multnomah County Board of Commissioners has secured a solution to the crisis surrounding slow ambulance response times, the battle over the narrative of how we got here is still being fought.
Committee recommends inverted-Y design to replace Burnside Bridge
PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — A 20-member advisory group tasked with coming up with a design for a new earthquake-resistant Burnside Bridge decided Thursday on a bridge type to recommend to the Multnomah County Board of Commissioners. The Community Design Advisory Group recommended an inverted-Y cable stay tower bridge. The...
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