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Washington reaches record-high fuel prices

MOSES LAKE — Gas prices in Washington hit a record high Monday at an average of $5.67. The previous record was set…

Updated 5 years, 11 months ago
The Latest: Mother of Floyd's daughter laments his loss

The Latest on the May 25 death in Minneapolis of George Floyd, a handcuffed black man who pleaded for air as a white police officer pressed a knee on his neck:

Updated 5 years, 11 months ago
Layoffs, few seasonal workers at Oregon State Parks

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Oregon’s state parks have started to reopen, but the agency that manages them is is facing an estimated $22 million budget shortfall between now and next June amid the economic collapse caused…

Updated 5 years, 11 months ago
FAA chief called before Senate to testify about Boeing plane

WASHINGTON (AP) — The nation’s top aviation regulator is going back to Capitol Hill to explain the government’s oversight of the Boeing 737 Max, which remains grounded after two deadly crashes.

Updated 5 years, 11 months ago
The Latest: Retired Navy admiral sickened by use of troops

The Latest on the May 25 death in Minneapolis of George Floyd, a handcuffed black man who pleaded for air as a white police officer pressed a knee on his neck:

Updated 5 years, 11 months ago
3 new coronavirus deaths in Oregon, cases increase to 4,335

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — The Oregon Health Authority has reported three new deaths from the coronavirus, increasing the toll to 157 people, while the number of cases statewide rose to 4,335.

Updated 5 years, 11 months ago
The Latest: WVA Guardsman to be disciplined for comments

The Latest on the May 25 death in Minneapolis of George Floyd, a handcuffed black man who pleaded for air as a white police officer pressed a knee on his neck:

Updated 5 years, 11 months ago
The Latest: Primary voting underway in 9 states and DC

The Latest on Tuesday's primary elections (all times EDT):

Updated 5 years, 11 months ago
The Latest: Los Angeles police have arrested more than 2,700

The Latest on the May 25 death in Minneapolis of George Floyd, a handcuffed black man who pleaded for air as a white police officer pressed a knee on his neck:

Updated 5 years, 11 months ago
Police watchdog eyeing pepper spray use against protesters

SEATTLE (AP) — Seattle's police watchdog agency said Tuesday it is investigating the use of pepper spray to break up a fourth consecutive day of large protests over the George Floyd killing, a tactic that drew ques…

Updated 5 years, 11 months ago
The Latest: State files complaint against Minneapolis police

The Latest on the May 25 death in Minneapolis of George Floyd, a handcuffed black man who pleaded for air as a white police officer pressed a knee on his neck:

Updated 5 years, 11 months ago
The Latest: White House pondered taking control of DC police

The Latest on the May 25 death in Minneapolis of George Floyd, a handcuffed black man who pleaded for air as a white police officer pressed a knee on his neck:

Updated 5 years, 11 months ago
Seattle police say report of armed person at hospital false

SEATTLE (AP) — Seattle police responded to reports of an armed person at hospital for military veterans Tuesday but later said a witness was mistaken.

Updated 5 years, 11 months ago
FBI investigating triple homicide in Parker

PARKER, Wash. (AP) — The FBI is investigating a triple homicide in the Yakima Valley town of Parker.

Updated 5 years, 11 months ago
Seattle police respond to report of armed person at hospital

SEATTLE (AP) — Seattle police say they are responding to reports of an armed person at hospital for military veterans.

Updated 5 years, 11 months ago
The Latest: Attorney says drugs in Floyd's system irrelevant

The Latest on the May 25 death in Minneapolis of George Floyd, a handcuffed black man who pleaded for air as a white police officer pressed a knee on his neck: