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This Washington Fire Year Really Isn’t Easy!
Current Situation: The Easy Fire is burning through dense timber, dead trees, and ground vegetation on very steep terrain. Activity near State Route 20 has moderated, but there is still fire within the north and south sides of the perimeter. Firefighters, in collaboration with the Washington Department of Transportation (WSDOT), have been clearing debris and fallen trees from the highway. The closure status of the highway is being frequently reassessed, so check the WSDOT travel map for updates.
FBI Issues Jugging Warning: Video All Washingtonians Need to See
The FBI has issued a warning of an increasing crime trend called "jugging." Jugging is when a criminal suspect or group targets a customer leaving a bank ATM, or building with a significant amount of cash. Thieves approach victims as they get into their vehicles, or in some cases actually follow the victim as they drive off, to rob them at another location.
Here is a report of Spokane's average wages and employment rates
SPOKANE, Wash. — The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reported that workers in the Spokane and Spokane Valley Metropolitan Statistical Area made an average hourly wage of $30.93 as of May 2023. This is compared to the nationwide average of $31.48 an hour. BLS Regional Commissioner Chris Rosenlund...
Thieves steal hundreds of cars from airport hotels, parking lots, KING 5 Investigators find
SEATAC, Wash. — Hundreds of travelers to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport each year are falling victim to car thieves and prowlers, the KING 5 Investigators have found. Hotels and motels that offer "park-n-fly" or "stay-n-fly" packages are favorites of car thieves, which routinely target their lots. Some of the best-known names in lodging have the most crimes, and they leave customers on the hook, according to data reviewed by KING 5.
Coventry woman arrested in connection to restaurant burglary
MANSFIELD — Troopers Tuesday night from Troop C-Tolland were dispatched to a restaurant for a reported active burglary, which led to the arrest of a woman from Coventry. The complainant, who owns the restaurant, had begun to suspect an employee had been stealing cash from the business for about three weeks.
Columbia City Beat Walk: A South Seattle Block Party Like No Other
The Columbia City Beat Walk, a vibrant celebration of community, art, and culture, took place this month in the heart of Seattle's South End. Now in its third decade and produced by the visionary Tisha Gallow, this lively event has become a beloved tradition for locals and visitors alike. This...
Southbound I-5 in SW Washington could face 90-minute delays on Friday
The Washington State Department of Transportation has reduced southbound traffic on I-5 near Woodland to two lanes for a 50-day project, causing up to a 90-minute delay, and recommends drivers plan to travel outside of peak hours to avoid delays.
Kroger, Albertsons to pause merger during lawsuits; 3 Central Oregon Safeways could be affected
Kroger and Albertsons have agreed to temporarily halt their proposed merger, pending lawsuits filed in Colorado and by the Federal Trade Commission, according to the Associated Press. The move means the potential sale of three Central Oregon Safeway stores will be on hold. Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser sued to...
Pioneer Fire Update: Efforts Intensify as Firefighters Work to Protect Stehekin
CHELAN - The Pioneer Fire, which ignited, has grown to 31,906 acres with containment at 14%. A total of 766 personnel are engaged in the firefighting efforts, utilizing 12 crews, 5 helicopters, 24 engines, 28 water tenders, and 12 pieces of heavy equipment. Fire activity along the lakeshore has moderated, with helicopter water drops effectively slowing the spread. Fire crews have been conducting strategic firing operations around homes and outbuildings near DP 17, Flick Creek, to eliminate any remaining heat from previous operations. In the Stehekin area, firefighters have been enhancing the fireline around the community and, in coordination with state resources, have installed and tested a sprinkler system for added protection. The southern edge of the fire, in Lone Fir Creek, is holding, and crews continue to establish indirect contingency lines south of the fire.
FBI Issues Jugging Warning: Video All Washingtonians Need to See
The FBI has issued a warning of an increasing crime trend called "jugging." Jugging is when a criminal suspect or group targets a customer leaving a bank ATM, or building with a significant amount of cash. Thieves approach victims as they get into their vehicles, or in some cases actually follow the victim as they drive off, to rob them at another location.
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