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Prosecutors object to Bryan Kohberger defense's effort to move trial
Idaho prosecutors have formally objected to University of Idaho students murder suspect Bryan Kohberger's motion to change venue and have his trial moved out of Latah County, where the slayings took place. The filing, signed by Latah County Prosecutor Bill Thompson and Ingrid Batey, a special assistant attorney general for...
The #1 Reason for Auto Accidents in Washington State
The #1 Reason for Auto Accidents in Washington State. So yesterday I was on 395 in Kennewick for over an hour in a traffic jam. It's so easy to get frustrated with summer construction around the Tri-Cities. I eventually jumped off at 240 but still was late for my appointment.
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.
WSDOT Extends SR-20 Closure After More Mudslide Damage Found
A mudslide has forced an extended closure of State Route 20 in the North Cascades, with the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) forecasting several more days of cleanup. WSDOT Reports Extended Road Closure for SR-20 A significant mudslide on State Route 20 in the North Cascades has prompted an...
Washington Costco Stores To Start Scanning Members At Entrance
Like a scene from Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Rings, now Costco greeters will stab their staffs into the ground and scream:. And then scan your member card and allow you to pass!. Okay, well, I’m sure it won’t be that dramatic (unless we’re lucky), but Costco...
What is the Auction of Washington wines? Why is it a big deal?
As I have said in the past, I'm not a wine drinker but my oldest sister and also my girlfriend are connoisseurs. I think they would both find this event very interesting and a lot of fun. (And it is for a good cause.) The event is called the Auction...
Washington Based Company Shutting Down 2G
Washington-based company and cellphone provider juggernaut T-Mobile is gearing up for the long-anticipated shutdown of its 2G network, with support scheduled to end next month. This decision aligns with other major carriers to make the switch. Companies like AT&T and Verizon phased out their 2G services in 2017 and 2020.
Washington investigation shows people became sick after drinking unpasteurized, raw milk
It has been found that two people in Washington drank raw milk from Jim’s Jerseys before becoming infected with Campylobacter jejuni. The patients became ill in July after drinking the unpasteurized milk produced by Old Silvana Creamery located in Arlington, WA, according to the Washington State Department of Health.
Spokane Police lift shelter in place warning in Indian Trail neighborhood
SPOKANE, Wash - Spokane Police sent a warning to people living in the Indian Trail neighborhood to stay inside Wednesday morning, as they dealt with a potentially dangerous situation in the area.
Irrigation Shut Off: Your Turn Could Be Next
It's always a little sad when we see this notice come around, it signals the end of summer and Fall soon approaching. But it's an exciting time of year when the air turns crisp in the evenings, kids are back in school and we'll be donning our jeans and boots again.
Spokane Mayor denies rumors over pressuring council to defer housing vote
(The Center Square) - Spokane’s City Council deferred voting on an ordinance Monday night that would’ve made housing status a protected class after rumors circulated that the mayor pressured them to do so. Councilmember Lili Navarrete’s ordinance intended to protect homeless individuals from discrimination when applying for jobs or housing; however, many in the business community questioned whether it could lead to unintended consequences perpetuating homelessness. While Navarrete denied the...
Firefighters contain house fire in Clarkston after lightning strike
CLARKSTON, Wash. – Asotin County and Lewiston firefighters extinguished a house fire caused by a lightning strike. According to Asotin County Fire District 1, on Aug. 12 at 7:30 a.m., firefighters were dispatched to a home on 19th Street that had been struck by lightning. When the fire crew arrived, they found the shingles on the roof burning and smoke emerging from the gable ends.
Chick-fil-A Meeting With City On Possible N. Wenatchee Ave. Site
Fast food chain Chick-fil-A is planning to build a restaurant on North Wenatchee Avenue. The company has filed a pre-application meeting with the City of Wenatchee’s Community Development Department to discuss a possible building permit. The proposed location is on two empty lots owned by the city at 1551...
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