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Washington wolf population climbs to record high after 17% annual increase
OLYMPIA — Washington’s gray wolf population grew by more than 17% in 2025, reaching its highest level since wolves…
Law enforcement on alert for Labor Day
OLYMPIA – The Washington State Patrol put out a notice for Labor Day weekend, reminding people to be cautious on roads and make it to their destination safely.…
Cougars prep for season-opener against Portland State
PULLMAN – A long off-season ends for Washington State on Saturday, as the Cougars prepare to host Portland State in the 2024 season's opening game. “To fin…
Diamond Shruumz continue to present health risks
MOSES LAKE – Diamond Shruumz products have been officially recalled by the FDA; however, people are still obtaining them resulting in illness, hospitalization,…
FIRE REPORT: Two fires sparked in Grant Co., one in Adams
MOSES LAKE – A fire blazed up in Adams County shortly after noon Tuesday. The fire burned around a five mile stretch of land, according to the Adams County She…
Deutschesfest 2024 coming
ODESSA — It’s time to break out the lederhosen and fill the steins, as the 53rd annual Deutschesfest takes over Odessa Sept. 19-22. “Last year we had proba…
FIRE REPORT: Cold front to elevate fire conditions in Grant and Adams Co.
MOSES LAKE – According to the National Weather Service’s Spokane office, there will be a cold front blowing through the region with high winds that will elevat…
Shulenberger earns win No. 100 as Cougs beat Vandals
PULLMAN – The Washington State Cougar soccer team (2-1) defeated the Idaho Vandals, 2-1, Sunday night at Lower Soccer Field to give Head Coach Todd Shulenberge…
Eagles blank Coyotes and move to 2-1
VERMILLION, S.D. — Another morning match, another victory. Eastern in their third road match to start off the season left victorious in their 2-0 victory over …
Emergency rules implemented to combat Chronic Wasting Disease in WA
OLYMPIA – In response to a confirmed case of chronic wasting disease in Spokane County this past July, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife has enact…
Bipartisan WA effort to combat fentanyl continues
MOSES LAKE – Washington’s Congressional delegation is working to combat the fentanyl crisis in the state and nation on a variety of fronts in our nation's capi…
Are northern giant hornets bugging out of Washington state?
(The Center Square) – There is cautious optimism that the invasive and predatory northern giant hornet has been eradicated from Washington state. But that’s…
WA General Election certified results
OLYMPIA – Results of the elections were certified by the Washington Secretary of State’s Office Thursday with the exception of the race for the Commissioner of…
FIRE REPORT: Fires calm statewide with rain, cooler weather
MOSES LAKE – Air quality in the Columbia Basin was rated good Saturday after rainfall helped reduce fire activity throughout Washington state, according to Ai…
FIRE REPORT: No new Washington fires Thursday
MOSES LAKE – Washington saw no new wildfires emerge prior to press time Thursday, though several fires continue to burn in the state.
FIRE REPORT: GCFD 3 receives $553,000 in grant funds
QUINCY – Grant County Fire District 3, which serves the Quincy area, has received $553,000 through the Assistance to Firefighters Grant program, according to a…