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More hot weather rolling in for Labor Day Weekend - Allison
Today we have sunny skies that will push our afternoon temperatures into the upper 70s in North Idaho and 80s in Washington. Then, we have a warmer than average Labor Day weekend. We have true summer-like conditions for the last stretch of the season. Enjoy the sunshine!
Feds giving West Coast states $100 million to create zero-emission truck fueling network
Oregon, California and Washington are getting a major boost from the federal government to advance the shipment of goods by zero-emission trucks on Interstate 5. The U.S. Department of Transportation is giving the three states $102 million to create a network of charging and fueling stations to power battery and hydrogen-fuel cell semitrucks, according to […]
Parvovirus B19 Spreading In Washington Here Are The Symptoms
Residents of Washington need to be aware that Parvovirus B19 is increasing and spreading throughout Washington and other states across America. This virus is a typical child illness that can cause a rashing face, also known as "slap cheeks disease." Source: Newsweek. WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF THE PARVOVIRUS B19?
Washington state doles out $14 million of CCA revenue to orgs, tribes
(The Center Square) – The Washington State Department of Health has announced that $14 million of grant money from Climate Commitment Act revenue has been awarded to 41 different community organizations and tribes. The $14 million in grant money has been awarded under two separate programs: $750,000 from the Climate and Health Adaptation Initiative (CHAI) […]
Plan finalized to kill thousands of barred owls around Northwest
The federal government will move ahead with plans to kill tens of thousands of barred owls in Washington, Oregon, and California to protect threatened spotted owls. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced a decision on Wednesday to adopt a controversial barred owl management strategy that calls for lethal removal of the birds by shooting […]
Washington SP Launches Arrive Alive Initiative To Enhance Road Safety Regionally
In a proactive move to enhance road safety, the Washington State Patrol (WSP) is rolling out a statewide High Visibility Enforcement (HVE) patrol today, focusing on reducing serious injuries and fatalities on the roads, while also tackling criminal activities. This 24-hour initiative, known as "Arrive Alive," harnesses data to pinpoint the most critical areas for enforcement, ensuring a targeted approach to saving lives and preventing accidents.
Washington State Is One of the Worst at Infrastructure
Infrastructure around our Nation has been a hot topic for some time now. In November of 2021 Congress passed the Infrastructure and Investment Jobs Act with the intent of addressing crumbling infrastructure (among other items) from coast to coast. The US Government first started funding roadways in 1916, they began...
Eye for an eye? One Washington execution was not equal to its crime
You might think of Washington as a progressive state. But unbelievable as it may seem, Washington State only fully abolished the death penalty in 2023. The state's last execution was just 13 years prior. Whether you approve or disapprove of capital punishment, there's a curious outlier among the 110 executions in Washington.
Search for Missing Swimmer in Washington at Lake Roosevelt
Search for Missing Swimmer at Lake Roosevelt Resumes Amid Challenging Conditions. The search efforts for a missing swimmer at Lake Roosevelt have resumed today, focusing on the Keller Ferry Campground area. Emergency services are involved, with marine units and aircraft deployed to aid in the search. Due to strong winds complicating conditions, authorities are urging the public to avoid the area and maintain a safe distance from the emergency resources on the scene.
Winter is Coming: To Areas Of Oregon & Washington
The time of year that many of us dread is about to hit, and hit hard!. No, I’m not talking about “Pumpkin Spice” everything (although that’s not far off). I’m talking about WINTER! The first cold snap! Jack Frost is paying his yearly visit!. Depending...
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