Scientists Discover a New Way to Convert Corn Waste Into Low-Cost Sugar For Biofuel
RICHLAND, WA — Scientists at Washington State University have found a new way to produce sugar from corn stalks and other crop waste, potentially opening a new pathway to sustainable biofuels. Newly published in Bioresource Technology, their experimental
Planned Power Outage to Affect Over 1,200 Clearwater Power Customers on May 10
LEWISTON, ID — Clearwater Power Company has announced a planned power outage for more than 1,200 of its members on Saturday, May 10, from 7 a.m. to approximately 5 p.m., due to maintenance work by the Bonneville
Trump Administration Asks to Dismiss Suit by 3 GOP States, Including Idaho, Trying to Limit Abortion Pill
Case challenging federal government’s 2000 approval and prescribing guidelines for medication abortion began in 2022 WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Department of Justice wrote in a legal filing released Monday that three GOP-led states attempting to overturn federal
Oregon Launches Wildfire Certification Partnership to Help Homeowners Retain Insurance, Lower Premiums
SALEM, OR – Oregon’s State Fire Marshal is collaborating with a nonprofit backed by the insurance industry to help Oregonians protect their homes from burning and keep their premiums from rising. State Fire Marshal Mariana Ruiz-Temple signed
LC State Women’s Basketball Adds Western Washington Transfer
LEWISTON, ID – Coach Caelyn Orlandi announced the signing of transfer Ellee Brockman out of Western Washington University. The junior will join the Warriors in the fall. “We are very excited that Ellee is going to be
Pullman City Administrator Mike Urban Resigns Following Exoneration
PULLMAN, WA — The City of Pullman announced the resignation of City Administrator Mike Urban, effective May 5, 2025. According to the announcement, Urban was previously and erroneously implicated in a Washington State Patrol investigation related
How Washington’s New Tax And Fee Increases Could Hit Your Pocket
The new budget would raise the price of gas, Discover Passes and more. Democrats say this is necessary, while Republicans say it will hurt residents. OLYMPIA, WA – The costs of marriage licenses, gas, rental cars
REAL ID Deadline Takes Effect Wednesday
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Wednesday, Americans will need a REAL ID to board a domestic flight, enter secure federal facilities or access certain military bases, after the deadline has been pushed back multiple times over a 20-year
States Push to Combat Human Trafficking Amid Federal Funding Cuts
For help, call 1-888-373-7888 or text *233733 for the 24/7 National Human Trafficking Hotline, a national, toll-free hotline. WASHINGTON, D.C. – States are moving to strengthen protections against human trafficking, but some advocates warn that federal funding
As Temperatures Rise, Officials Urge Life Jackets to Prevent Cold Water Drownings
PORTLAND, OR – When the Pacific Northwest sees increasing outdoor temperatures, many people flock to their favorite lakes and streams to cool off. Tragically, this also leads to avoidable drownings and boating-related fatalities. That’s why officials are