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Blue Bridge Could be Easier to Travel on September 10th. Why?
If a settlement or contract is not reached by September 10th, the Blue Bridge in the Tri-Cities might be easier to navigate. At least for one day during the bridge repainting project. Labor union calling on WA State govt. workers to stage a walkout on September 10th. The Washington Federation...
Attorney General Bob Ferguson Files Antitrust Lawsuit Against RealPage, Alleging Rental Price Inflation in Washington
SEATTLE — Washington State Attorney General Bob Ferguson has joined forces with eight other attorneys general and the U.S. Department of Justice to file a lawsuit against RealPage, a software company accused of conspiring with landlords to artificially inflate rental prices. The lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of North Carolina, alleges that RealPage shared confidential information among landlords to boost profits at the expense of renters.
Sears is disappearing from the Washington landscape…. Again.
If you're of a certain age. Like me, you may remember the Gigantic Sears store in Seattle that is now the world headquarters for Starbucks. When I was a kid, we would make the trip to the Sears store. Nine floors of brick building, 2 levels of basement, it was huge. Now it's just a memory.
Washington's fall could be wetter than normal, NOAA predicts
Good news for Seattle's rain enthusiasts: The latest fall forecast shows sweater weather may be a bit wetter than usual. Why it matters: A precipitation outlook released by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's Climate Prediction Center on Aug. 15 predicts above-normal rainfall across the Pacific Northwest in September, October and November.
Thunderstorms with gusty and dusty winds on Friday - Matt
Gusty winds, lightning and perhaps even a little rain will pay us a visit on Friday afternoon and evening in the Inland Northwest. Keep an eye on the radar if you have any plans after 3 p.m. The weather will change quickly when these storms approach, but improve quickly when they leave.
FIRE REPORT: No new Washington fires Thursday
Aug. 23—MOSES LAKE — Washington saw no new wildfires emerge prior to press time Thursday, though several fires continue to burn in the state. Largest Washington fires: Retreat Fire: Washington's largest active blaze was almost 45,600 acres and remains at 85% containment. The fire started at 4 p.m. July 14, about 14 miles southeast of Naches. It has 228 personnel on it. There are several ...
Community solar project wins statewide award
Clark Public Utilities’ (CPU) Community Solar East, a 799-kilowatt solar array at the Port of Camas-Washougal’s industrial park, has been selected as one of 12 winners of the 2024 Washington State Department of Commerce (DOC) Governor’s Smart Communities awards, which recognize local governments and their partners for exceptional land use planning and development.
Washington Craft Beer Summit, New Location Other Changes
Registration is now open for Washington Craft Beer Summit on Monday, November 4th. The Washington Craft Beer Summit & Trade Show is a can’t-miss event for Washington’s brewery owners, brewery employees, and affiliated industry members. The one-day event occurs on November 4th at the DoubleTree in SeaTac, Washington. Previously, this annual event took place in Puyallup.
Washington State Patrol warns: 6 Hot Car Child Deaths in 9 Days
The Washington State Patrol is warning about the deadly risks of leaving children in hot cars after a recent NHTSA report highlights the tragic rise in heatstroke fatalities. Protecting Children from Heatstroke: Essential Tips from Washington State Patrol and NHTSA. The Washington State Patrol is urging awareness after a heartbreaking...
Washington State Serial Killer Hexed Jailers…And It Worked!
A Convicted Serial Killer In Washington State Put A Hex On His Captors. One of the most unusual urban legends from Washington State that'll shock you is a serial killer who hexed his jailers...and it worked!. Real? Washington State Urban Legend On The Jake Bird Hex Curse Might Be... Talk...
Suspicious Closures: 23 Subway Locations in Washington and Oregon Under Investigation
I like Subway more than the average person, so much so, I order online and use promo codes. I was surprised to learn that 200 or more employees were blindsided by the closings of 23 Subway restaurants in Oregon and Washington. Also Interesting: Black Bear Killed After Swiping at Washington...
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