LACEY, Wash. — The Washington State Sheriff's Association banded together to sign and release a statement signifying that they will uphold the constitutional right to bear arms that is protected by the Second Amendment. The letter, which is dated as…
RICHLAND, Wash. — Dozens gathered Tuesday night for the "Benton County Strong" rally at John Dam Plaza in Richland. The event featured food vendors, music, and a lineup of…
PASCO, Wash. — As part of ongoing efforts to improve policing in the Tri-Cities, the Pasco Police Department is asking community members to participate in a detailed survey regarding their services and how Pascoans envision the future of police activity…
OLYMPIA, Wash. — Governor Jay Inslee issued a proclamation on Tuesday evening that placed Washington in a state of emergency due to a high risk of wildfires across the region. According to an emergency release from the Governor's Office, Inslee…
WALLA WALLA, Wash. — After conducting a special meeting during the hottest day in Walla Walla's history, the City Council decided to clear a proposal by city officials to postpone the Fourth of July fireworks display due to extreme heat…
SOUTHERN WASHINGTON — With the Fourth of July around the corner, people are patiently awaiting the short stretch of days in which fireworks are allowed to be purchased and used in their town. With that in mind, let's recall…
WASHINGTON D.C. — In an effort to bolster the firearms industry, U.S. Rep. Dan Newhouse of Washington's 4th congressional district is introducing a new piece of legislation entitled the 'Second Amendment is Essential Act.' According to a press release by…
YAKIMA, Wash. — Through an effort to clean up the streets and make Yakima a more visually appealing place, city officials have made strides with the 'Clean City Program' that kicked off at the start of 2021. According to a…
WALLA WALLA, Wash. — After receiving community submissions in the spring of 2020, the City of Walla Walla is putting the decision of its next flag in the hands of its residents. According to a press release issued by…
OLYMPIA, Wash. — Governor Jay Inslee announced an assortment of prizes, including a total of $2 million in cash, to incentivize Washington residents to receive their COVID-19 vaccination. This is part of the Washington State Lottery's "Shot of a…
YAKIMA, Wash. — During its Wednesday meeting, Yakima Health District's Board of Health officially recommended that the region's children should not wear masks. However, local health officials do not have the jurisdiction to override the rules and orders of Washington…
KENNEWICK, Wash. — Ahead of a public review and comment period beginning today, the Port of Kennewick released concept images for a proposed re-design of the city's Historic Waterfront District. The port’s Board of Commissioners will consider adopting this…
KENNEWICK, Wash. – Earlier today, Dr. Amy Person — The residing Health Officer for the Benton-Franklin Health District — rescinded the local 'Masking in Public' and “No Mask, No Service” at Businesses directives issued last summer. These masking directives were…
SEATTLE (AP) — Tribal leaders and some state legislators in Washington state have criticized Democratic Gov. Jay Inslee in a joint statement on Friday after he vetoed a bill that would require improved consultation with tribes about climate investments made…
PORTLAND, Oreg. — At one point, the Portland Trail Blazers were the only NBA team not allowing fans into the arena. Oregon Gov. Kate Brown has taken COVID-19 restrictions very seriously, making her state one of the most cautious in…
SALEM, Oreg. — As state governments throughout the nation look for creative ways to incentivize citizens to get vaccinated, Oregon Governor Kate Brown learned a valuable lesson: Money talks. As a result, Gov. Brown announced the "Take Your Shot Oregon”…
SEATTLE (AP) — Former Washington Attorney General Rob McKenna has filed a lawsuit seeking to strike down the state’s new capital gains tax, arguing it is an illegal income tax. The lawsuit, filed Thursday in Douglas County Superior Court, was…
OLYMPIA, Wash. — On Thursday afternoon, representatives of the Washington Department of Health (DOH) announced that the state's vaccination outreach program is transitioning away from mass vaccination sites and toward mobile vaccine clinics. According to a press release issued by…
SOUTHERN WASHINGTON — College students throughout the world are dealing with the ramifications of the COVID-19 pandemic. In Southern Washington, students have adapted to a new normal despite the world changing rapidly around them. With that in mind, government funding…
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Five eastern Oregon counties voted Tuesday in support of considering becoming part of Idaho. Baker, Grant, Lake, Malheur and Sherman counties join Union and Jefferson, which voted last year to require county officials to study or…
RICHLAND, Wash. — Vaccination efforts have made Washington state significantly more safe for those at-risk of COVID-19. With that in mind, the City of Richland is following national guidance regarding masking for vaccinated people. Washington state recently followed updated guidance…
OLYMPIA, Wash. — On Tuesday, Governor Jay Inslee signed a dozen bills to create what his office is calling the nation's strongest police accountability system in Washington state. Gov. Inslee held a bill signing at the Eastside Community Center in…
SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) — Democratic Gov. Jay Inslee signed a series of bills Monday designed to strengthen the environment in Washington state. Inslee signed the Climate Commitment Act, environmental justice legislation, a clean fuels standard and bills related to reducing…
SEATTLE, Wash. — Democratic Senator Patty Murray is once again running for re-election, kicking off her 2022 campaign with an announcement on Monday morning. She faces competition from two Washington state Democrats, two independents and Pasco Republican Tiffany Smiley. Sen.…
