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Local recyclers transform landscaping waste into sustainable solutions
Each week, thousands of pounds of yard waste are repurposed by recycling companies and turned into new soil. From organic materials to concrete and sand, these companies promote a sustainable option ...
Coos County sheriff’s deputies seeking person of interest in Myrtle Point homicide
MYRTLE POINT, Ore. – Authorities are seeking a person of interest in connection with the death of an 89-year-old Myrtle Point man who died following a Myrtle Point house fire on Friday evening, according to the Coos County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff’s deputies said that they and the Coquille...
Highway 30 reopens near Rainier after crash
RAINIER, Ore. — Highway 30 has reopened near Rainier after a crash Tuesday afternoon closed the highway in both directions for a little more than two hours. The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) reported at 4:45 p.m. that the highway was back open. According to initial information from Oregon...
Proposed toll rates for new bistate bridge advance to state commissions
(The Center Square) – A subcommittee for the Interstate Bridge Replacement Program to construct a new Interstate 5 Bridge across the Columbia River from Vancouver to Portland has adopted recommended tolling scenarios for consideration by the Washington and Oregon Transportation Commissions. The four scenarios unanimously adopted by the Bi-state...
UPDATE: Excessive Heat Warning In Effect For PNW: 107° By Friday
The National Weather Service in Pendleton has issued an Excessive Heat Warning through 8 pm Friday. Dangerously HOT conditions with temps ranging from 102°-108° are expected. I NEVER turned off the air conditioner from the last round of extreme heat. As temperatures cooled off just this past last...
Election 2024: Four vying for 23rd District House position held by Nance
Current 23rd District state Rep. Greg Nance, a Democrat, is facing three opponents — Democrat John Gibbons, Republican Jamie Miles, and Democrat Brynn Felix. Nance was appointed to Position 2 in Washington's 23rd Legislative District in 2023, following then state Rep. Drew Hanson's appointment to the vacant state senator position. Neither Gibbons, a pediatric dentist, nor Miles, a pain management and addiction medicine specialist, have previously held elected office. Felix, who serves as general counsel for...
More Than A Number: Victim's resource guide
More Than A Number's goal is to give a face to the victim and a voice to the family. Welcome to the More Than A Number victim's guide. First, from everyone here at KING 5, we are sorry for your loss. We understand that this is a difficult time for...
Washington State Serial Killer Once Played for Green Bay Packers
Washington State Serial Killer Once Played for Green Bay Packers. When you read about serial killers, some are reclusive while others are surprisingly extroverted and one such serial killer from Washington State even went on to play for the Green Bay Packers. The I-5 Killer Was Only Convicted Of One...
Ridgefield's Pioneer Street project advances with environmental mitigation agreement
The City of Ridgefield must address environmental requirements to begin its Pioneer Street widening project, which aims to accommodate traffic to and from Interstate 5. Ridgefield approved a
Paddle For Life Dragon Boat Races Return to Ridgefield This Saturday
Annual fundraising event benefits Clark County area breast cancer survivors. Ridgefield, WA – Get ready for an adrenaline-pumping experience as the annual Paddle for Life Dragon Boat Festival returns to Ridgefield this Saturday, August 3, in support of breast cancer survivors. This family-friendly event, held at the Port of...
Washington prepares to roll out tax break for office-to-housing conversions
Cities in Washington are eager to see underused office buildings converted to housing. A new state tax break could help. The Legislature approved a law this year to allow developers to defer sales and use taxes if they convert existing structures, like office buildings, into affordable housing. The Department of Revenue last week continued the […]
WA Tribes Push to Stop Offshore Wind Turbine Development
WA state officials say there are no 'concrete' plans or specific proposals in place about pursuing offshore wind turbines on Washington's coast. However, another group has stepped forward to voice disapproval of their consideration. Native tribes protest ideas, want to give input. Currently, WA State has 2 "unsolicited" proposals from...