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Panicked Woman Jumps Into Columbia River to Avoid Arrest
A woman in Wenatchee was so desperate to evade police that she leapt into Columbia River. On Thursday shortly before 4:30 p.m. local time, officers tried to confront a female suspect near the Riverfront Park boat launch, which sits behind Pybus Market. We're told she was wanted on a misdemeanor warrant.
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...
State mobilizes resources to support local firefighters battling the Pioneer Fire
STEHEKIN —State fire assistance has been mobilized under the Washington State Fire Services Resource Mobilization Plan in support of local firefighters working to contain the Pioneer Fire near Stehekin, according to a press release from the Washington State Fire Marshal's Office. The Pioneer Fire, which started on June 8,...
More mentors, better facilities, gear that fits. WA police departments are upping their game to recruit more women
Just 12% of police officers nationwide are women. Washington state lags behind that already low number at 11%. Several law enforcement agencies statewide have signed on to a goal to increase women in the ranks. They’re recruiting women by offering strong mentorship programs and better-suited gear and facilities, among other strategies. But success is mixed, and larger agencies especially continue to struggle.
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