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WA Ferry Workers Say ‘Abuse’ From Angry Riders Increasing
Perhaps it's the heat, some near-record temperatures, or could be the lack of routes and delays. Either way, WA State Ferry workers say they're being subjected to increased 'abuse' by customers. Washington State Ferry system is more stressed than before. According to Washington State Ferries, there have been increasing reports...
Crypto billionaires throw big money behind Washington congressional hopeful
This week, in the congressional district that stretches from Tacoma to the Olympic Peninsula, a PAC funded by cryptocurrency billionaires spent almost $1.5 million on ads supporting Emily Randall, a Democrat.
Haaland Announces $16M for Drought Resilience During Washington State Visit
TOPPENISH, WA – Secretary Haaland concluded a multi-day visit to Washington State to celebrate major progress in implementing President Biden’s Investing in America agenda to safeguard communities from increased threat of wildland fire and severe drought, restore ecosystems, and strengthen tribal communities. During her visit, Secretary Haaland met with tribal leaders from the Confederated Tribes of the Yakama Nation, Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe, and Puyallup Tribe, as well as Bureau of Indian Education-funded staff and personnel. On the heels of the devastating 1980 Slide Ranch Fire in late June, Secretary Haaland also met with more than 50 Yakama Nation firefighters to express the Biden-Harris administration’s commitment to sharing resources, investing in resilience efforts, and prioritizing permanent pay reforms and increases for tribal firefighters.
Washington athletes look forward to 'once-in-a-lifetime' Olympic Games Opening Ceremony
PARIS, France — The Olympic Games Opening Ceremony always seems to have its share of surprises. In Rio, it was a shirtless Tongan that stole the show. In South Korea he returned, and then again in Tokyo. The ceremony, which marks the official commencement of the Olympic Games, brings...
Complaint against Let’s Go Washington won’t be sent to AG’s office
The state Public Disclosure Commission decided Thursday to retain jurisdiction on a complaint alleging Let’s Go Washington and its founder Brian Heywood violated campaign finance laws in the course of gathering signatures for six initiatives last year. An alliance of progressive groups, which filed the complaint a year ago and is now opposing three of […]
Yakima Health District shares tips on reducing exposure to wildfire smoke
YAKIMA, Wash. – Yakima County is experiencing poor air quality due to nearby wildfires like the Retreat Fire and Black Canyon Fire putting smoke into the air across the region. The Yakima Health District says breathing in wildfire smoke can cause a variety of health problems, including sore throats,...
Yakima Valley Sports Commission monitoring smoke for Hot Shots 3-on-3 tournament
YAKIMA, Wash. - The Yakima Valley Sports Commission is keeping close watch on the current air quality in Yakima to determine if the Hot Shots 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament will continue. The tournament says if the Air Quality Index drops to an unhealthy level for the general public, decisions will be...
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