Train Derailment Reported in Northeastern Washington

STEVENS COUNTY, WA. — Stevens County Emergency Management says a train derailment has been reported near Blue Creek along U.S. Highway 395 in northeastern Washington, north of the town of Colville. According to officials, railroad crews are
LCSC Proposal to Change Name to Lewis-Clark State University Heads to Full Senate

BOISE, ID – Lewis-Clark State College is a step closer to becoming Lewis-Clark State University. The Senate Education Committee unanimously voted Wednesday to approve a bill making the name change. President Cynthia Pemberton told the committee that
From 4-Day Workweeks to Online Safety, Major Policy Ideas Stall in Olympia

OLYMPIA, WA – A 60-day legislative session can be a cruel thing if you’re hoping to see a bill passed. Many policy ideas in the Washington Legislature met their end less than a month in, as they
Washington Senate Passes Bill Blocking use of License Plate Readers by ICE, Limiting use by Other Law Enforcement

OLYMPIA, WA – Legislation to regulate the use of automated license plate readers amid concerns over federal immigration agents accessing data the devices collect, passed the Washington state Senate on Wednesday. It was a bipartisan, 40-9, vote
Comeback Effort Lifts Warrior Men Over Walla Walla in Midweek Matchup

LEWISTON, ID – John Lustig came up clutch for (RV) LC State Men’s Basketball on Wednesday with 21 points and a career-high 12 rebounds to help the Warriors edge Walla Walla (Wash.) 64-57. The Wolves led at
Man Sentenced to Life in Prison for Trump Assassination Attempt

WEST PALM BEACH, FL – Ryan Routh, the man convicted of attempting to assassinate then–presidential candidate Donald Trump at a Florida golf course in 2024, has been sentenced to life in federal prison. U.S. District Judge Aileen
Homan Says DHS Will Withdraw 700 Immigration Agents From Minnesota

MINNEAPOLIS, MN – The Trump administration will immediately pull 700 federal immigration and law enforcement personnel out of Minnesota, reducing the federal footprint in the state by about 25%, according to White House border czar Tom Homan.
Dallas Mavericks trade Anthony Davis to Wizards in 8-player deal

The Dallas Mavericks have completed an eight-player trade with the Washington Wizards, sending 10-time NBA All-Star Anthony Davis to Washington as part of a major roster shakeup. ESPN’s Shams Charania confirmed the deal, writing: “BREAKING: The Dallas
James Harden denies asking L.A. for trade as he joins Cavaliers in exchange for Darius Garland

The NBA’s busiest trade week delivered its biggest jolt Tuesday when the Los Angeles Clippers sent James Harden to the Cleveland Cavaliers in exchange for Darius Garland and a future second-round pick. ESPN’s Shams Charania reported: “Harden and
Luke Bryan announces dates for 2026 ‘Word On The Street Tour’

Luke Bryan has announced the 2026 ‘Word On The Street Tour’ featuring support from Drew Baldridge, Karley Scott Collins, Lanie Gardner, Randall King, Zach John King, Shane Profitt, Raelynn, Lauren Watkins, Jake Worthington, and DJ Rock on