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Washington State Supreme Court leaves high-capacity magazine ban in place
(The Center Square) – Washington's ban on the sale of high-capacity magazines will remain in effect after a Monday decision by the state Supreme Court. A majority of justices denied a request to modify an order from Supreme Court Commissioner Michael Johnson issued back in April that kept the ban in place, despite a lower court ruling that determined the law was unconstitutional. Monday’s decision will keep the ban in...
VET PFAS Act 2023 could bring aid to vets suffering from PFAS-related illnesses
Military veterans across the country are suffering from illnesses caused by per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), to which they were exposed while serving at an army facility. However, the
Stevens County arrests two in drug bust at Colville homeless camp
COLVILLE, Wash. – The Stevens County Sheriff’s Office conducted a search of a homeless camp in Colville, resulting in the arrest of two suspects. According to Stevens County deputies, on July 17, the Stevens County Proactive Narcotics Enforcement Unit (PANE) executed an approved search warrant in Colville. This warrant was the culmination of a multi-month investigation into illegal narcotics dealing. The search led to the arrest of Robert Pemberton and Carrie Pemberton.
Donor offering up to $50K in matching donations to save Moses Lake school activities
MOSES LAKE - In a heartening development for the Moses Lake community, the newly formed non-profit organization, Community Athletics and Activities (CAA), has announced an exciting opportunity to double the impact of every donation received over the next three weeks. Thanks to a generous donor, every dollar contributed will be matched dollar-for-dollar, up to a total of $50,000. This initiative will significantly amplify the efforts to support local youth, ensuring that donations go twice as far in helping CAA achieve its mission.
Manager attacked by homeless man at smoke shop in Moses Lake
MOSES LAKE – On the morning of July 12, the Moses Lake Police Department responded to an assault incident at Big Smoke, located at 705 S Pioneer Way. The incident was reported at 9:28 AM and involved the store manager being attacked by a homeless individual. Upon arrival, officers...
Spokane may prop up scattered-site homeless shelter model as soon as Aug. 1
(The Center Square) – The mayor of Spokane’s proposal for a scattered-site homeless shelter model and a housing navigation center is moving toward fruition, with an intended project start date of Aug. 1. On Monday, the city council’s Public Infrastructure, Environment and Sustainability Committee briefly discussed the idea of a navigation center and potential providers. The city previously issued a Request for Proposals and is now moving toward awarding the contract. ...
Disability Action Center to host Disability Pride Celebration at Riverfront Park
SPOKANE, Wash. — The Disability Action Center North East Washington (DACNEW) is hosting an event to celebrate all kinds of disabilities and how they intersect with diverse cultures in Spokane. “Building Bridges” is the title and theme for the event. DACNEW says that the celebration will work to represent...
City of Pullman addresses water discoloration and pressure issues after main replacement
The city of Pullman is addressing water issues reported by residents. The city says The Military Hill resurfacing project replaced a water main on Hall Dr. recently. Some residents reported reduced water pressure and impact on their service. Other residents reported water discoloration. The city of Pullman says the discoloration...
Spokane County's juvenile justice and jails tax heads to November ballot
(The Center Square) – Spokane County is asking voters to renew its Juvenile Detention Facility & Jails Sales Tax. Taxpayers send the county $15 million annually under the current tax. Voters can expect to see the measure on the ballot for the Nov. 5 general election, alongside the presidential nominees, other state initiatives and another sales tax proposed by the City of Spokane, assuming its city council decides to place...
Ben Gregg on why Gonzaga’s ‘brotherhood’ stayed together: 'I don’t think anyone even thought about leaving'
‘None of us wanted to leave. We were like, if we have the same group coming back [and we] get a couple of new guys in, I think we can make a run at it this year,’ Gregg said.
Marriage to a Coug brought WSU assistant Donald Brady to Pullman
ALL ROADS LEAD to Pullman. Just ask Washington State assistant basketball coach Donald Brady. Born and raised in the Palm Springs area, Brady tells Cougfan.com he met his wife back in the mid-2000's while she was still a college student. "My wife is from Washington, she's a Coug, actually," Brady...
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