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Calls to loved ones reveal rough conditions before sinking
A survivor of fatal Alaska crab boat tragedy said the crew went from “sleeping to swimming in about 10 minutes” as rough seas and icing threatened to sink their boat.
Judge sets bail at $750K in transgender teen’s death
A judge on Thursday set bail at $750,000 for a man charged with a hate crime in the death of a transgender teenager.
‘Tumblegeddon’: Drivers ring in the new year trapped under tumbleweeds, rescued with snowplows
“Some people were pretty calm, and others were a little bit more panicked,” said Washington State Patrol Trooper Sarah Clasen. “And, I mean, a couple cars had kids in them. So obviously, you know, kids get scared if they’re getting covered up by tumbleweeds.”
Washington state law requires student vaccinations by Jan. 8
Washington state school district officials have announced that students must be in compliance with vaccination requirements before returning back to school.
Hiring at Hanford lab targets dangerous radioactive waste
The initial staff has arrived at the Analytical Laboratory, the first of the four major facilities at the Hanford $17 billion vitrification plant to have a Washington state permit to operate.
Child rapist Robert Munger sentenced to minimum of 43 years
Munger was convicted in several child sex abuse cases that took four trials and two years to complete. His attorney has said Munger will appeal.
Man arrested in California in Washington state killing
Detectives have arrested a 32-year-old in California in connection with the death of a man whose body was found near a logging road in Washington state last week, authorities said Monday.
Washington snowpack low, similar to 2015 drought year
Washington’s snowpack is less than a year ago and officials say it’s similar to the start of 2015, the state’s last big drought.
Age rises for tobacco, vaping sales
When setting New Year’s resolutions, the 18 to 20 set should strongly consider kicking their smoking habit. Stores won’t be able to legally sell to them, and resources abound for those in need of an assist.
Wyoming winter traffic hazard: Salt-loving mountain goats
Dozens of salt-loving mountain goats are coming down from the slopes of western Wyoming to lick up the salt-and-sand mixture that snowplows spread over a highway, leading to collisions with vehicles traversing the icy canyon roadway.
Boeing production halt, Sounders win top Washington stories
Boeing announcing the halting of production of its troubled 737 Max airliner was voted Washington state’s top news story of 2019 by Associated Press staff. Other top news items of the past 12 months included the Sounders winning their second MLS Cup, Jay Inslee’s run for president and Amazon’s big-money backfire in Seattle City Council elections.
Gift honoring Pasco K9 brought an officer to tears. Now this video will help other dogs
A Pasco family’s special furry tribute to a former police dog will continue to help police.
Yakama Nation receives more than $400,000 for fish recovery and habitat restoration projects
The Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation has received $414,000 of state grant money for habitat restoration projects to aid with recovery efforts for steelhead trout.
Federal court ruling expected to affect salmon conservation
A federal court ruling could affect salmon recovery and conservation efforts on the Columbia-Snake River System in Washington.
10 injured in Pierce County crash
Ten people were injured in a Christmas evening collision in Pierce County.
Washington state proposes team to pursue police cold cases
Washington’s attorney general submitted a budget request to reinvigorate a police team to investigate unsolved homicides and sexual assaults in the state, officials said.
‘Grab your booster’: New law requires kids to ride in booster seats until they reach 4’9”
Washington’s Child Restraint Law, which goes into effect Jan. 1, changes age and height requirements for car seats and boosters.
Mount St. Helens license plates a popular notion
Tired of seeing Mount Rainier on the vehicle in front of you? Clark County residents may soon be able to buy license plates featuring a mountain closer to home. The Mount St. Helens Institute is working with Rep Ed Orcutt, R-Kalama, to get legislative approval next year for a Mount St. Helens license plate.
Former Walmart worker faces charges of bomb, death threats
A former Walmart employee in Washington state pleaded not guilty to charges he threatened to blow up one of the stores and kill two managers, according to court records.