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Washington's Tough Choice: Studded Tires or Safe Roads?

December 14, 2025

Washington state is thinking about saying goodbye to studded tires. These tires have metal spikes that help drivers grip icy roads. But, they also cause a lot of damage to the roads. The Washington State Transportation Commission (WSTC) says these tires cost the state over $20 million in road repair

health

Bird Flu Strain Claims Life in Washington: What You Need to Know

November 24, 2025

In a concerning turn of events, a person in Washington state has passed away due to a rare bird flu virus. This is the first known case of this particular strain, H5N5, in a human in the U. S. The individual, an older adult with existing health issues, was hospitalized in early November and succumbe

health

A Rare Case: Washington's First Human H5N5 Avian Flu Death

November 22, 2025

In a rare and unfortunate event, a person in Washington state has passed away after contracting the H5N5 strain of avian influenza. This is believed to be the first confirmed human case of this particular virus. The individual, who lived in Grays Harbor County, was an older adult with pre-existing h

environment

Beekeepers to the Rescue After Massive Bee Spill

May 31, 2025

Bees are not just buzzing around aimlessly. They are crucial for our ecosystem. They pollinate plants, which means they help plants make fruits and seeds. So, when a truck carrying 250 million bees overturned on a Washington state road, it was a big deal. The bees were not happy, and neither were th

business

Joann Stores in Washington State to Shut Down

February 13, 2025

Joann, a well-known crafting retailer, has announced that it will be closing over 500 of its stores across the United States. This decision comes after the company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection for the second time in a year. The closures will affect multiple states, with Washington bein

health

Big Cats Strike Down by Bird Flu in Washington Sanctuary

December 26, 2024

At the Wild Felid Advocacy Center in Shelton, Washington, a sudden outbreak of bird flu has taken the lives of 20 big cats, including a Bengal tiger and various species like cougars, lynx, and bobcats. The sanctuary faced this crisis between late November and the middle of December. Mark Mathews, t

crime

Tragedy Strikes Fall City: Teen Suspect Faces Murder Charges

October 26, 2024

In Fall City, Washington, a horrific shooting left a family of five dead, with an 11-year-old girl escaping to tell the story. The girl described waking up to gunshots, seeing her father and younger brother injured, and her 7-year-old sister fatally shot. She was injured herself and recognized the s

crime

Tragic Shooting: Teen Suspect in Custody After 5 Die in Washington

October 22, 2024

In the early hours of Monday morning, a horrifying shooting took place in Fall City, Washington. The incident, which occurred in the Lake Alice Road neighborhood, left five people dead, including three young children. Authorities from the King County Sheriff's Office were quick to respond and found

crime

Otters Attack at Marina: What Went Wrong?

October 6, 2024

Last month, something unusual happened at Bremerton Marina in Washington state. An otter, which is normally shy around people, suddenly attacked a family walking on the dock. The scary incident was caught on camera by KIRO 7 News in Seattle. The boy and his mom were enjoying their morning walk when

politics

The Legacy of a True Statesman: Dan Evans' Life of Public Service

September 22, 2024

Dan Evans, a renowned three-term Republican governor of Washington state, passed away at the ripe age of 98. Throughout his impressive career, Evans demonstrated his commitment to public service, serving as a governor, US senator, and regent at the University of Washington. Despite his passing, Evan