New Washington Law Allows Early Wildfire Resource Deployment
OLYMPIA, WA – A new law signed by Washington Governor Bob Ferguson is aimed at enhancing the state’s wildfire response by enabling the early deployment of firefighting resources. House Bill 1271, sponsored by Representative Greg Nance (D-Kitsap),
Researchers eye bug-hunting fungi as potential orchard protectors
WENATCHEE, WA — Scientists at Washington State University’s Tree Fruit Research and Extension Center (TFREC) are growing fungi that could one day protect apple crops by parasitizing insect pests. The team of entomologists is testing three different
Governor Little Highlights U.S.-UK Trade Agreement, Plans Trade Mission to United Kingdom
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Idaho Governor Brad Little announced plans to travel to the United Kingdom this fall to explore economic opportunities following the recent U.S.-UK trade agreement. Speaking from the White House on Wednesday, Governor Little said
Last living American Hostage Held by Hamas Reunites With Family
TENAFLY, NJ – Parents of Edan Alexander, the 21-year-old from New Jersey and last remaining American held hostage by Hamas, said Tuesday they always believed the day would come to see their son. Yael and Adi Alexander,
Malden to Celebrate New Community Center, Food Bank, and Library with Ribbon-Cutting Event
MALDEN, WA. – The Town of Malden and the Pine Creek Community Restoration Long Term Recovery Organization (LTRO) will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony on May 29 for a new community building that houses the town’s food bank,
E-Bike Charging Unit Blamed for McCall Shop Fire
MCCALL, ID – A fire that destroyed a shop and garage in McCall on Monday evening was caused by an e-bike charging unit, according to the Idaho State Fire Marshal’s Office. Investigators determined the charging equipment started
U.S. Overdose Deaths Drop Nearly 27% in 2024, Reaching Lowest Level Since 2019
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Drug overdose deaths in the United States declined sharply in 2024, falling nearly 27% compared to the previous year, according to provisional data released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s National Center
‘Tone-deaf’: Proposed Seattle Earplug Law Draws Mixed Reactions
Everyone agrees hearing protection at live-music venues is important, but does that mean the government should get involved? SEATTLE, WA – Seattle Councilmember Dan Strauss is worried about Seattle’s ears. Earlier this spring, he drafted a “hearing
Spokane County Proposes Regional Task Force to Revive Jail Funding Measure
SPOKANE, WA – Spokane County is preparing to establish a regional task force over the coming weeks to develop a tax proposal to fund a new jail after the last push fell short in 2023. The Board
Lewiston Man Arrested After Crash and Blood Alcohol Level Measured at Over 3 Times Legal Limit
LEWISTON, ID – An 18-year-old Lewiston man was arrested Saturday after police responded to reports of a vehicle repeatedly striking a guardrail in the 700 block of Ninth Street. According to the Lewiston Police Department, officers were