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Lawmakers remain at impasse over healthcare tax credits as government shutdown continues

Lawmakers remain at impasse over healthcare tax credits as government shutdown continues

OLYMPIA – Discussions over extending federal health care tax credits remain at a stalemate as the ongoing federal government shutdown stretches into its 22nd day, now the second longest in the nation’s history. Standing on the steps of the...

Owner:  American Government
Osteopathic physician located in Spokane County suspended due to being unable to practice medicine with reasonable skill and safety

Osteopathic physician located in Spokane County suspended due to being unable to practice medicine with reasonable skill and safety

For immediate release: October 20, 2025 (25-127) Contact: DOH Communications OLYMPIA – The Board of Osteopathic Medicine and Surgery suspended the license of Spokane County osteopathic physician and surgeon Mark Hart (OP00001655) pending further...

Owner:  American Government
Washington state reaches agreement to preserve key portions of law requiring clergy to report child abuse

Washington state reaches agreement to preserve key portions of law requiring clergy to report child abuse

Clergy in Washington will remain mandatory reporters under stipulations filed today by the state Attorney General’s Office and the plaintiffs in lawsuits against the state over Senate Bill 5375. Under the stipulations, however, the state and...

Owner:  American Government
Governor Ferguson, WSDOT announce White River Bridge will reopen earlier than expected

Governor Ferguson, WSDOT announce White River Bridge will reopen earlier than expected

ENUMCLAW — Governor Bob Ferguson joined community leaders, elected officials and WSDOT leadership today to announce that the State Route 410 White River Bridge connecting Enumclaw and Buckley will reopen ahead of schedule. Based on an inspection...

Owner:  American Government
Washington State Department of Health secures USDA funding to maintain WIC benefits through October

Washington State Department of Health secures USDA funding to maintain WIC benefits through October

For immediate release: October 9, 2025 (25-123) Contact: DOH Communications OLYMPIA – Today, the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) received a second award of food funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, allowing us to maintain...

Owner:  American Government
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Free webinar for furloughed workers in Washington State Oct. 30

Free webinar for furloughed workers in Washington State Oct. 30

OLYMPIA – Washington state federal workers and others affected by the federal government shutdown can attend a free virtual webinar on October 30 from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. The Employment Security Department, in collaboration with the Workforce...

Owner:  Cowles Family
Spokane Chiefs overwhelmed by first-place Everett 5-2; last-ranked power play continues struggles

Spokane Chiefs overwhelmed by first-place Everett 5-2; last-ranked power play continues struggles

The Spokane Chiefs and the Everett Silvertips came into Sunday’s game as two of the stingier teams in the Western Hockey League, ranked third and second respectively in fewest goals allowed this season. But while U.S. Division-leading Everett is...

Owner:  Cowles Family
When politics shape corporate culture: How national leadership influences company messaging

When politics shape corporate culture: How national leadership influences company messaging

As presidential administrations change, so too does the way America’s largest companies talk about themselves. A new study led by researchers at The University of New Mexico examines how corporate leaders adjust their messaging about company...

Owner:  The University of New Mexico
MLS playoffs: Seattle Sounders vs. Minnesota United | What to watch

MLS playoffs: Seattle Sounders vs. Minnesota United | What to watch

RENTON — For the first time in a decade, the Sounders aren’t a heavy favorite or the most talked about team headed into the postseason. The odds are MLS Golden Boot winner Lionel Messi (29 goals/19 assists) leads Inter Miami to the club’s first...

Owner:  Blethen Family
Argentina's President Javier Milei's reform agenda is on the line in Sunday's midterm elections

Argentina's President Javier Milei's reform agenda is on the line in Sunday's midterm elections

Spokane, WA (99201) Today Cloudy and damp with rain early...then becoming partly cloudy. Low around 35F. Winds SW at 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 100%.. Tonight Cloudy and damp with rain early...then becoming partly cloudy. Low around 35F. Winds...

Owner:  Cowles Family
Washington state YouTube activist charged after pepper-spraying couple

Washington state YouTube activist charged after pepper-spraying couple

Bonny Matejowsky / The News Tribune (TNS) A Pierce County man and self-styled First Amendment activist was charged with second-degree assault after pepper-spraying a married couple earlier this month. Seth Jameson Price, 39, a “first amendment...

Owner:  Chad & Coralee Taylor
Barrientos and Telis on 13 issues facing Spokane

Barrientos and Telis on 13 issues facing Spokane

In 2021, as vacancies plummeted and rent soared, Spokane declared a “housing emergency.” Vacancies have returned to healthier levels and development has accelerated, but rent has still climbed roughly $200 in the same period for a one-bedroom...

Owner:  Cowles Family
Gusts up to 77 mph knock out power for 250K around Western Washington state

Gusts up to 77 mph knock out power for 250K around Western Washington state

Mike Lindblom / The Seattle Times (TNS) Winds from the Pacific accelerated Saturday evening, knocking out electricity for tens of thousands and whipping cities from Washington's coastline to Puget Sound. The National Weather Service upgraded...

Owner:  Chad & Coralee Taylor
Seattle LGBTQ commissioner files harassment order against journalist who exposed comments celebrating Charlie Kirk’s assassination
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