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Douglas County Fire District #5 secures $120K from PUD’s Rural Energy Efficiency Program to replace lighting and upgrade furnaces for sustainability.

Washington faces rising premiums as federal health tax credits near expiration, risking coverage loss for 80,000 residents and doubling uninsured rates.

At the Wenatchee Valley Humane Society, there's a lovely old soul waiting for a forever home. Casandra might just steal your heart with her charm.

Washington leads the U.S. with $4.66/gallon gas; Seattle highest at $4.81, driven by taxes, refinery issues, and seasonal changes.

Two weeks after the Lower Sugarloaf Fire was sparked by a lightning strike in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, its flames are still spreading without any official containment.

Excitement is brewing for the new Seattle Kraken season. Here's our first-timer's guide, including game traditions and what to expect before you go.

Okay, all tokes, I mean, jokes, aside, this list is very helpful for travelers in Washington State in search for a cannabis store.

Microsoft's recent layoffs paint a stark picture of the tech industry, but is the company really thriving beneath the surface?

As campers flock to Washington’s parks, it’s important to remember that while nature is inviting, it comes with its share of surprises and risks.

A surge in electric scooter injuries has many wondering what's happening on our streets. Let's take a closer look at this growing concern.

Big changes are ahead for local colleges like Wenatchee Valley, as federal funding for Minority Serving Institutions takes a surprising turn. Stay tuned for the details.

Imagine trading crowded airports for the serene trails of Olympic National Park, where nature’s beauty awaits just a short drive away.

Now that you're armed with these recipes, your food is going to be a hit at the next party!

Ever wonder how much a pack of smokes costs across the country? Some states make you think twice about lighting up.

They hope to create a new form of AI that is far more intuitive than current versions.

In the heart of summer, Washington is facing a wildfire crisis. Over 8,000 brave firefighters are battling more than a dozen major blazes right now.

Wenatchee Valley College earns $130K to expand workforce education with competency-based programs aligned to industry needs.

Firefighters report strong progress in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest as crews contain multiple lightning-sparked blazes near Leavenworth, Cle Elum, and the Methow Valley.

Online auto auction by NCW Narcotics Task Force: seized & surplus cars (Accord, GEO, Passat, more), RV, tools. Bidding Oct 1-15, preview Oct 7. As-is sales.

Get ready for a lively showdown at the Dick Pieper Handball Tournament! Enthusiasts from all over Eastern Washington will be hitting those courts this weekend.

Picture this: an old-growth forest tucked away in Seattle, where the sounds of the city fade and nature takes over. Sounds like a perfect getaway, right?

Picture this: stunning mountains, bustling urban life, and a food scene that's hard to beat. That's just a taste of what the Northwest has to offer.

Over 57,000 bags of frozen veggie and rice mix food are the focus of a recent product recall.

A warning from the Chelan County Sheriff's Office—scammers are getting bold, impersonating the Chief and stirring up fear with fake warrants