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Puget Sound Energy's Wildfire Safety Plan: Protecting Washington
Puget Sound Energy (PSE), a leading utility in western Washington, has introduced a wildfire safety plan featuring Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS) to help reduce the risk of wildfires in high-risk areas. The plan aims to keep Washington communities safe by shutting down power lines when conditions pose a fire hazard.
Boeing Locks Out Seattle-Area Firefighters Over Wage Dispute
Boeing has locked out its 125 industrial firefighters from its Seattle-area manufacturing plants following a breakdown in contract negotiations. The union, represented by Local I-66 of the International Association of Fire Fighters, is demanding a significant wage increase, while Boeing's final offer has been deemed inadequate. The lockout has major implications for Washington's aerospace industry and local emergency response systems.
Hey Washington State! Wanna Get Naked?
It may surprise you to learn that Washington State law does not specifically prohibit public nudity.
Hit And Run In Richland Leaves One Severely Injured
The rain, wind, and all around wet conditions created problems for drivers around the Tri-Cities and the surrounding area on Sunday.
New Firefighter Safety Collaborative Supports the PNW
The Oregon State Fire Marshal has launched the Oregon Fire Service Health and Safety Collaborative, a new program designed to improve support systems for firefighters throughout the Pacific Northwest. Focusing on behavioral health, physical wellness, cancer prevention, and incident safety, the initiative seeks to address the unique challenges faced by fire service personnel in Oregon and the surrounding region.
Idaho Man Sentenced for Fentanyl Distribution with WA Connection
Jaycob Tyler Gonzales, a 29-year-old from Nampa, Idaho, has been sentenced to 108 months in prison for his role in a fentanyl distribution conspiracy that led to an overdose death in Lewiston, Idaho. Investigators linked Gonzales to the case after a 911 call and conducted controlled purchases at his residence in Clarkston, Washington, revealing a cross-state drug operation.
Local Heroes Detain Knife-Wielding Man At Menlo Park Playground
Local heroes detain knife-wielding man at Menlo Park after unsettling families near playground.
What Is The Weirdest Law in WA, OR, And CA?
Every State has some weird laws. Some are weird, lawmakers realized they were weird, and repealed them. Others are weird because of the era they were originally passed, then faded into obscurity and aren't enforced without ever being repealed.
Take A Look At The Average Pro Sports Ticket Prices For Seattle
Are tickets to a Seahawks, Mariner, Kraken or Sounder game more or less expensive than other pro sorts in other cities? The results are mixed.
Meet Joseph…Our Tri-Cities Animal Shelter Pet of The Week
5-year-old Joseph is a Siberian Husky/Pit Bull mix looking for his furever home.