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Advocates urge Washingtonians to vote 'no' on initiative that would allow people to opt out of WA Cares
SEATTLE — Over 100 organizations and advocates voiced their concerns and urged Washingtonians to vote against Initiative 2124, a measure that would allow people to opt out of the state's long-term care insurance program. Initiative 2124, or I-2124, would allow people to opt out of WA Cares, according to...
Washington State Hospital Association files suit against Labor and Industries over meal break penalties
SPOKANE, Wash. — The Washington State Hospital Association (WSHA) has initiated legal action against the state’s Department of Labor and Industries (L&I), contesting a new administrative policy. The new policy has to do with the amount workers can be paid if a meal period is missed or interrupted.
Eastern Washington Women’s Golf Earns Top 10 GPA Award in NCAA
Eastern Washington women's golf team achieves a top-10 GPA nationally, with a cumulative GPA of 3.861, earning the Women's Golf Coaches Association All-Scholar Team GPA award. Eastern Washington women's golf team's cumulative GPA: 3.861. Bowling Green State GPA: 3.864 (ninth place) North Dakota State's top GPA: 3.945. Yes, But. The...
Heavy traffic due to crash on I-90
SPOKANE, Wash. - A two-car crash on I-90 is causing delays and a traffic backup on Wednesday morning. Update: July 17 at 7:30 a.m. - The roadway is fully open, and traffic flow has been restored to normal. The crash on the westbound side at the Latah Creek bridge is...
More Hot dry Weather through the Weekend
Weather Alert Day due to possible dry lightning later and very hot.at 100. We will see 99 for Thursday and Friday with low 100s for the weekend and another series of Weather Alert Days due to heat. Make a plan to beat the heat. COPYRIGHT 2024 BY KXLY. ALL RIGHTS...
‘A culture of disinvestment in housing’: Spokanites speak out on Latah Valley moratorium
(The Center Square) – The Spokane City Council held a public hearing on Monday over the recently approved one-year building moratorium in Latah Valley, allowing residents to voice their concerns. The elected officials approved an emergency ordinance back in May, enacting the immediate moratorium in one of Spokane’s most at-risk communities for wildfires. Another moratorium in the area expired last year despite a desperate need for firefighting infrastructure. Now, the...
USPS restores Spokane neighbors' mailbox months after break-in destroyed it
SPOKANE, Wash. – Neighbors near Garnet and Ralph have been frustrated after a crook destroyed their community mailboxes. They say delays for a repair have stretched months. "Almost nine months without a mailbox," said Tana, a nearby homeowner. The thieves badly damaged the mailboxes, requiring a fix or an...
Red Flag Warning for Yakima & Lower Columbia Basin
YAKIMA- A red flag warning was issued for lower Columbia basin of Oregon, Kittitas valley, lower Columbia basin, Yakama alpine district, east Washington and the south central cascade mountains on July 16th. The red flag warning remains in effect from 11 pm July 16th to 5 pm PDT Wednesday, July...
Fatal Collision in Eastern Washington Claims Infant's Life
SPOKANE - A fatal traffic collision occurred on State Route 395, approximately 1.5 miles east of Valley, at 10:41 AM on July 15, 2024. The incident involved two vehicles traveling northbound. Vehicle two, a 2011 Subaru Outback, stopped to make a left turn onto Bakie Road and was struck from...
Free performances every Friday though August at St. Maries City Park
Spokane, Wash. – Music has a unique ability to bridge divides, create social connections and promote understanding among people from all walks of life. This year, in recognition of its 50th Anniversary theme of “Celebrating Community,” Innovia Foundation is investing in free and low-cost events and opportunities that bring people together. As part of this investment, Innovia is proud to sponsor the St. Maries Summer Sunset Concert Series, an annual celebration organized by the St. Maries Chamber of Commerce that brings community together around the shared power of music.
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