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LAFD Quickly Subdues Brush Fire in Pacific Palisades, No Injuries Reported
Firefighters successfully subdued a brush fire in Pacific Palisades yesterday afternoon, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD). The fire, which was contained to approximately one-eighth of an acre of medium brush, was swiftly tackled by the crews who arrived on the scene at about 4:39 PM, as reported by the LAFD. With onshore winds nudging at a moderate 10 mph, the situation had the potential for escalation were it not for the rapid response of firefighters.
Here's how the global outage is impacting western Washington
SEATTLE — A global technology outage caused by a faulty software update grounded flights, knocked media outlets offline and disrupted hospitals, small businesses and government offices on Friday, highlighting the fragility of a digitized world dependent on just a handful of providers. The trouble with the update issued by...
Scammers target Western Washington pet owners, threaten to kill animals unless they're paid
The Sumner Police Department advises pet owners to hang up if someone calls them and demands money in exchange for a lost pet. The police department announced Wednesday in a social media post that scammers impersonating Metro Animal Services staff and animal control officers have been targeting pet owners. The...
Emerald Downs: Jockey Power Rankings Edition #11; Krigger reaches the Top!
(Auburn, WA) The 11th edition of the Power Rankings and we have yet another 1st timer atop the mountain. Kevin Krigger has been winning at an incredible rate and had his biggest week yet to get to the top. Karlo Lopez was right behind with a big Stakes win and Silvio Amador roars up the rankings. Let’s get to this week’s Power Rankings!
More green space, fewer silos: King County reveals new extreme heat plan
King County officials on Thursday presented a new plan for keeping residents safe during the hotter summers ahead. They say the plan will help local jurisdictions respond to extreme heat with a more unified approach.
The Stranger: Text messages reveal mayor worked with wealthy neighbor in fight over nude beach at Denny Blaine Park
The Stranger is reporting that text messages show Mayor Bruce Harrell championed the “philanthropic position” of multimillionaire mall developer and Denny Blaine resident Stuart Sloan as the mayor pushed officials last year to address nudity in the neighborhood’s park that has served as a gathering space for queer and naturist communities for decades.
East Wenatchee Police Sergeant James Marshall Under Investigation After Public Altercation With Girlfriend
Dominick Bonny is a columnist and contributor to Source ONE News. East Wenatchee Police Sergeant James Marshall is under internal investigation and on administrative leave after an altercation with his girlfriend, Allison Christiansen, at Alexander’s Salon in Wenatchee in January. Witnesses said they thought Marshall would “slap the shit...
Kent Police arrest man, 18, in fatal shooting of 13-year-old boy
A judge found probable cause against an 18-year-old Kent man for first-degree murder, attempted murder and first-degree robbery in the fatal shooting of a 13-year-old boy July 16 at a Kent park. The robbery and shooting occurred after two males agreed on OfferUp to meet to sell and buy a...
This Nonprofit Gives Free Laptops To K-12 Kids In ID, UT, OR, & WA…No Strings Attached
CFK: bridging the digital gap for kids in ID, UT, WA & OR. Wouldn't it be amazing if every kid had the laptop they needed for school regardless of their family's income? Computers for Kids sure thinks so! Computers for Kids, Inc. (CFK) is a Pacific Northwest nonprofit based in Boise bridging the digital gap for kids in Idaho, Utah Washington, and Oregon.
Heat Advisory This Weekend, Cooler Next Week
Strong high pressure will begin to amplify over the Inland Northwest today through Monday continuing our string of hot weather, which began around July 5th. The Wenatchee Valley has been at or above 95 degrees every day since then. The heat will likely peak this weekend with widespread triple digit high temperatures and possible records on Sunday. The heat will finally relent by Tuesday and into the middle of next week.
Seattle gang member arrested for domestic violence; police recover stolen gun
SEATTLE — Seattle police arrested a gang member for domestic violence Sunday and recovered a stolen gun in the Central District. On July 14, Seattle police officers responded to the 1900 block of 30th Avenue S to reports of domestic violence assault. When police arrived, they found a woman suffering from recent injuries.
Washington State DOT opens applications for Sustainable Aviation Grant program
The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) Aviation Division recently opened the application period for the newly created Sustainable Aviation Grant program. The program funds sustainable aviation projects such as electric ground equipment, hydrogen electrolyzers and storage, hangar charging technology, and mobile battery charging technology. The program is open to any airport authority, city, county, […] The post Washington State DOT opens applications for Sustainable Aviation Grant program appeared first on Transportation Today.
Dairy Farmers Of Washington Launch “Ice Cream Trail”
WASHINGTON - The Dairy Farmers of Washington have revealed the "Washington Ice Cream Trail," featuring local ice cream, gelato, and frozen yogurt shops in the Evergreen State. From Blaine to Vancouver, the Ice Cream Trail features dozens of shops that craft their ice cream in Washington State. Each shop proudly displays the Washington Ice Cream Trail Badge, letting customers know they're getting locally-made frozen treats.
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