Is Washington’s Flag Getting a Makeover?
Members of the WA State legislature introduced House Bill 1938, which could see the redesign of the state’s flag if passed. State representatives Strom Peterson, Julia Reed, and Greg Nance […]
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Washington Welcomes Hollywood: Set of “Train Dreams” is Close to Home
Last week, Snoqualmie and North Bend turned into a film set for a major Hollywood motion picture: “Train Dreams.” The movie, directed by Clint Bently — producer and co-writer of […]
52 Years Later: The Mystery of America’s Only Unsolved Plane Hijacking – Who Was Culprit D.B. Cooper?
Many of you may know about the notorious hijacker D.B. Cooper, who has remained a staple of Pacific Northwest history for the last few decades, as most of the story […]
Seattle City Council Votes Down Rent Control Bill Amid Cost of Living Crisis
One of the main topics at the Aug. 1 Seattle City Council meeting was Council Bill 120606, sponsored by councilmember Kshama Sawant. The bill did not pass. The yeses came […]
Fun Local Woods Activities in Washington for Great Outdoors Month
Washington has several types of forests: coastal, lowlands, mountain and eastside forests. Bellevue College is situated in the lowland forest region, the largest region. This region hosts a variety of […]
King County Remains Washington’s Top Spot for Small Business Growth, Despite Recession Concerns
In recent years, Washington State, and King County in particular, have become a vibrant hub for business, tech and entrepreneurial spirit. Despite a prospective national economic recession, small businesses are […]
Fun Local Mountain Activities in Washington for Great Outdoors Month
June is the month to appreciate the great outdoors. We can do this in many different environments, such as the water, although it is important to be safe. Washington not […]
Is Washington’s Water Safe to Drink? ‘Forever Chemicals’ are Found Around Our Water Sources
As Washingtonians start their day with a fresh cup of coffee, a reality lies unseen at the bottom of their cups — an invisible yet potent threat in the form […]
End of COVID-19 Public Health Emergency: A Look Back and What’s To Come
The United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) declared the end of the COVID-19 state of emergency on May 11. They made this decision based on current COVID […]
Seattle University Guarantees Admission for Washington State Community College Students with 3.0+ GPA
On April 15, the Seattle University (SU) Instagram page announced the Redhawk Transfer Admissions Guarantee. The page states that “Washington state community college students with a 3.0 [GPA] or higher […]
New Survey Shows Majority of Washingtonians Want to Leave the State
Washington State, once the ideal place for those seeking Pacific Northwest charm coupled with big-city amenities, has seen a tide shift. A recent survey by Portland-based DHM Research shows that […]
WA Gov. Inslee Not Seeking a Fourth Term in Office: A Look Back on his Legacy
Washington State governor Jay Inslee announced on Monday that he has decided not to try for another term as governor, signaling what will be the end of the longest governorship […]
WA Lawmakers Looking to Boost Financial Aid for College Students
College grants are an essential part of financial aid that provides funding to college students struggling with finances. These grants have become increasingly important in recent years, as the cost […]
Washington state has several new laws going into effect in 2023
In Washington state, multiple new laws have been enacted as of Jan. 1 These laws will affect a multitude of areas, ranging from jobs and sustainability to homelessness and court […]
Washington to Have the Highest State Minimum Wage in 2023
The Washington State Department of Labor and Industries (L&I) announced on Sept. 30 that the state-wide minimum wage will increase in January 2023 to $15.74 an hour for employees 16 […]
How the “Roe v. Wade” Overturn Should Affect Washington State
On June 24, 2022, the U.S. Supreme Court overturned the provisions of Roe v. Wade that provided a constitutional right to an abortion for U.S. citizens. The weight of this […]
“Do Not Flush” Labeling Law Begins July 1
Numerous clogs have occurred across the country due to the improper disposal of non-flushable products. Although it can be easily understood that some wipes and other items can’t be flushed […]
Washington State Facing Significant Lifeguard Shortage
As school winds down you might be anticipating finally slipping into that summer vibe and going to the beach or a public pool. The last thing you would expect to […]
Unusual Precipitation in May Expected to Continue
The weather is a fickle thing and oftentimes unpredictable. But this year’s weather has been something else entirely. Since May has just ended, it is worth noting that this past […]
WA Seeks to Decriminalize Drugs with New Ballot Measure
A coalition called Commit to Change WA is currently collecting signatures in order to get a ballot measure to decriminalize drugs on the ballot in November. Specifically, Initiative 1922 would […]