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Money from Washington's landmark climate law will help tribes face rising seas, climate change
SEATTLE (AP) — Tens of millions of dollars raised by a landmark climate law in Washington state will go to Native American tribes that are at risk from climate change and rising sea levels to help them move to higher ground, install solar panels, buy electric vehicles and restore wetlands, Gov. Jay Inslee announced Tuesday. The money — $52 million — comes from the 2021 Climate Commitment Act, which auctions off allowances for heavily polluting companies to emit carbon, with the revenue invested in education, transportation and other programs. Conservative critics who blame it for increased gas prices are seeking...
Wildlife advocates skeptical of WA wolf count
This story was originally published by the Washington State Standard. With a controversial vote planned July 19 on whether to loosen protections for wolves in Washington, wildlife advocates are raising the alarm that officials could be relying on flawed wolf count figures from a tribe in the northeast corner of the state.
WA officials propose focus on America’s shortcomings for its upcoming 250th birthday
(The Center Square) – Planners of Washington state's participation in a national celebration of the 250th anniversary of America's founding want to put heavy emphasis on some of the country's darker history, including underrepresented voices. Members of Washington's America250 committee met to get an update on plans for the...
Area grocery stores to be sold if merger of Albertsons, Kroger succeeds
As Albertsons/Safeway works to merge with Kroger (Fred Meyer), the two will sell off 124 of their stores in Washington state (19 in the county), plus 456 in other states. The nation’s two biggest grocers are shedding stores to try to meet antitrust concerns that have so far interrupted the largest supermarket merger in U.S. history.
Catholic clergy abuse survivors call for alleged Washington abuse documents to be released
SPOKANE, Wash. - Survivors and advocates are calling on the three Washington State Catholic diocese to release alleged documents they have that contain evidence of clergy abuse and cover-up.
AG candidate changes website bio after request from King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office
OLYMPIA, Wash. — Candidate for Washington Attorney General Manka Dhingra has updated her campaign website twice to clarify her employment status with the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office. On June 20, King County Human Relations Director Heidi Parkington-Thal emailed Dhingra following the release of a campaign video on...
Fire department investigates suspected arson cases on Spokane's South Hill
SPOKANE, Wash. — Spokane firefighters are asking for the public's help tracking down a person suspected of lighting at least two fires on the South Hill this month. In a press release, Spokane Fire Department spokesperson Justin de Ruyter shared two videos in which the suspect can be seen starting fires.
Laugh Factory hosting laughs at Spokane Tribe Resort and Casino
AIRWAY HEIGHTS, Wash. — The Laugh Factory announced that Spokane will have its own Laugh Factory. The club will take up residence in Spokane Live at the Spokane Tribe Resort and Casino. Jamie Kennedy will be the first to perform at the Laugh Factory in Spokane Live on July...
Michael Baumgartner says he blocked a property tax increase in Spokane. Did he?
Editor's note: A previous version of this story incorrectly stated Michael Baumgartner held a press conference before Mayor Lisa Brown delayed a property tax proposal. The conference was announced before the proposal was delayed but didn't take place until after Brown did so. Additionally, this article has been edited to reflect that Baumgartner opposed the tax proposal but had no power to block it.
Washington Adult Home Operator Facing Felony Charge in Alleged Workers’ Comp Scam
A Spokane, Washington woman who ran an adult family home while claiming she was too injured to work faces a felony charge in a $60,000 workers’ compensation fraud case. Serah Kamau, 52, reportedly operated her business, Brookhouse Adult Family Home, for 15 months in 2021 and 2022 while still collecting wage-replacement benefits from the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries.
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