Kettle Falls
LATEST NEWS
WA Supreme Court rules cities can force RVs to move
Homeless advocates are criticizing a decision by the Washington State Supreme Court which affirmed cities' rights to enforce parking restrictions on those living inside their vehicles. This decision follows a lawsuit from a Lacey resident arguing that the city's ordinance violated his constitutional right to reside. Jack Potter, who lived...
Washington panel eyes increasing jail-based voter participation
(The Center Square) – Although a proposal allowing convicted felons to vote from jail while serving a sentence failed to gain traction, there may be renewed efforts to expand jail-based voter participation among those who have still retained their voting rights. Under Washington state law, a person otherwise qualified to register to vote can have their voting rights taken away due to a court order, serving a sentence of total confinement in prison for a state felony conviction, or being incarcerated for a federal or...
Seattle home prices heat up, rank among nation's top markets: report
SEATTLE - The Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS) has released its market report for June 2024, highlighting a significant increase in home inventory that is expected to stabilize market prices across Washington state. According to the NWMLS, the inventory of homes for sale rose by 35.7% compared to June 2023,...
EV driver stumbles upon frustrating scene at local charging station: 'This is why we can't have nice things'
Driving electric vehicles is a great way to reduce your personal pollution levels. However, there comes an issue if you can't properly charge your car. One driver recently revealed on Reddit that they were completely unable to power their vehicle after discovering a charging station was vandalized. The motorist shared...
It's farmers market season across the Inland Northwest, with a place to keep it fresh and local in just about every corner of the region
Hillyard Farmers Market 3-6 pm, late June to late Oct. Northeast Community Center, 4001 N. Cook St., Spokane. Fairwood Farmers Market 3-7 pm, mid-May to early Oct. Fairwood Shopping Center, 319 W. Hastings Rd., Spokane. fairwoodfarmersmarket.org. Moscow Tuesday Market 4-7 pm, early June to mid-Oct. Latah County Fairgrounds, 1021 Harold...
Washington Fire Fighters Detain Fellow Officers Over Coffee Debt
This is one of the best pranks I have seen in a long time. Des Moines, Washington: Fire Department Pranks Police Over Coffee Bill. In the quiet suburban town of Des Moines, Washington, a friendly rivalry brewed between the South King Fire Department and the Des Moines Police Department, quite literally over coffee. It all began innocently enough, with the police officers dropping by Fire Stations 66 and 67 for a quick caffeine fix during their patrols. What started as a casual routine soon escalated into a lighthearted game of cat and mouse.
On This Day in Fire History | July 12, 2021
The Summit Trail Fire started on July 12, 2021, and the incident was assumed by the California Interagency Incident Manage Team 10 with IC Darren Dalyrymple at the held. On July 22, 2021, the fire had burned 5,942 acres and had a 2% containment status. This wildfire started 17 miles...
Can Homeless People Be Fined for Sleeping Outside in Washington State?
Can Homeless People Be Fined For Sleeping Outside In Washington State?. Homelessness is a complex issue that affects communities across the United States, and Washington State is no exception. One common question that arises when discussing homelessness is whether or not homeless individuals can be fined for sleeping outside. AP...
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.