Washington Authorities Seek Suspect in Overdose Death Investigation

RITZVILLE, WA — The Adams County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help to locate a woman wanted in connection with a fatal overdose investigation in the city of Ritzville. According to the sheriff’s office, deputies
Lewiston outlines stormwater projects for fiscal years 2025 and 2026

LEWISTON, ID — The City of Lewiston has released an update outlining completed and planned projects funded through its Stormwater Drainage System Utility for fiscal years 2025 and 2026. According to the city, the utility was established
Washington financial regulators warn investors of top fraud threats for 2026

OLYMPIA, WA — State and national securities regulators are warning investors to remain cautious as scammers increasingly rely on sophisticated technology, including artificial intelligence, to carry out investment fraud. The Washington State Department of Financial Institutions (DFI),
More than 1,000 LC State students earn fall 2025 honor roll recognition

LEWISTON, ID — More than 1,000 students earned academic honors at Lewis-Clark State College during the 2025 fall semester, according to college officials. A total of 1,015 students were named to the honor roll, with 605 earning
Freestanding birth centers are closing as maternity care gaps grow

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Dr. Heather Skanes opened Alabama’s first freestanding birth center in 2022 in her hometown of Birmingham. Skanes, an OB-GYN, wanted to improve access to maternal health care in a state that’s long had one
Walz Ends Campaign for Third Term as Minnesota Governor

ST. PAUL, MN – Gov. Tim Walz ended his campaign for a historic third-term on Monday amid mounting pressure from members of his own party and intense attacks from Republicans over widespread fraud in state-run social services programs.
After Convicted Sex Offender Hired as Coach, Washington State Legislators Push Youth Sports Safety Bill

OLYMPIA, WA – A pair of lawmakers in Vancouver is taking steps to protect children in youth sports programs after a constituent uncovered a serious safety gap. Representative John Ley has authored a bill endorsed by his
State of Washington Nears Launch of $126M Incentive Program for Zero-Emission Trucks

OLYMPIA, WA – Washington is close to opening a new incentive program for commercial fleet operators to transition trucks and other vehicles to models that run on electric or hydrogen power. Industry groups and climate advocates anxiously
Idaho to Receive $930 Million in Federal Funds to Improve Rural Health Care Access

BOISE, ID – Idaho will receive nearly $930 million over the next five years to improve rural health care access and affordability. The massive federal tax and spending package approved in July included $50 billion for “Rural
Child Care Coalition Warns Ferguson Budget Cuts Could Limit Access for 14,000 Families

OLYMPIA, WA – A coalition supporting Washington state’s child care industry is sounding the alarm over proposed funding cuts in the governor’s new budget. The group of 14 organizations said the reductions would dismantle support systems and