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Spokane Humane Society faces financial hardships after losing insurance coverage
SPOKANE, Wash. — Their mission is over 125 years in the making, but it almost came to an end after the Spokane Humane Society's insurance agency pulled their coverage. In May of 2024, the humane society learned they would no longer have coverage, as of mid-summer. "(I thought) the pets that are here, where is everybody going to go?" said executive director, Kim Reasoner Morin, "We were being denied in the admitted lines and then being denied in the non-admitted lines. I was really starting to feel that pressure, along with the board of directors and my leadership team."
40 Under 40: Dina Hussein
Washington State University grad student Dina Hussein has made an impression on the field of computer engineering even before graduating with her doctorate. She was recently chosen to attend the Heidelberg Laureate Forum and get an opportunity to meet and learn from top researchers in computer science and mathematics, according to a WSU announcement.
Williams Mine Fire | OR | August 11, 2024
The WILLIAMS MINE FIRE was sparked by lightning on August 5, 2024 at noon. It is located about 3.5 miles northwest of Trout Lake in Washington State on the Gifford Pinchot National Forest and its ICP is staffed by the NW Team 13, a CIMT is located 4 miles from Trout Lake. They took command of the incident on August 10th at 0600 hours PT.
Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission Advances Conservation with Public Input During Olympia Session
Between Aug. 8-10, the Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission gathered for a three-day session in Olympia, where they tackled issues ranging from beaver relocation to salmon management. As reported by the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, the meetings kicked off with updates on conservation policies and the processes for public comment.
Man loses vision in one eye after hit with paintball at Spokane Valley intersection
SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash., – A man was driving a semi-truck through a Spokane Valley intersection when he was shot in the face by a paintball. He was able to pull over safely before being taken to the hospital. Michael Cottone suffered a laceration on his eye as well as...
Armed Threat Suspect Apprehended Near George, WA After Standoff
The Grant County Sheriff's Office plans to release more information Monday afternoon. Suspect apprehended after barricading self in vehicle. The GCSO responded to a call Saturday afternoon in George, WA about a male suspect in a vehicle who allegedly pointed a firearm at 2 people. A short time later, Deputies...
Eastern Washington Weather: Spokane Braces for Thunderstorms and Fire Risk
Spokane, WA – Eastern Washington is bracing for a potentially dangerous weather event today as thunderstorms are expected to sweep across the North Cascades to the Okanogan Highlands, affecting regions close to Spokane. These storms bring with them significant concerns, including the possibility of flash flooding and the risk of wildfires due to abundant lightning.
Pacific Northwest tribes are battered by climate change but fight to get money meant to help them
SEATTLE (AP) — Coastal tribes in the Pacific Northwest experience some of the most severe effects of climate change — from rising seas to severe heat — but face an array of bureaucratic barriers to access government funds meant to help them adapt, a report released Monday found.
Washington ferry workers union wants better pay for below-deck employees
(The Center Square) – Hundreds of Washington state ferry workers are calling for higher pay and better staffing. The Marine Engineer Beneficial Association, or MEBA, is the union that represents engine room employees. MEBA contends other deck-level ferry worker unions have been given bigger raises in the last year. The union argues below-deck workers are […]
Real Life Washington State Filming Locations of the Hit TV Show Grey’s Anatomy
The Shonda Rhimes acclaimed hit series, Grey's Anatomy, is the longest running primetime show in television history. It is set around a hospital in Seattle called Seattle Grace Hospital (later changed to Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital). There are dedicated fans of the show who travel to Seattle just to see...
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