3 Killed By Storm-Felled Trees In Washington State
Utility companies say high winds knocked out power for more than 350,000 people. A number of school districts closed. Swollen rivers blocked roads.
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Teens Face Felony Pot Possession Charges Owing To Change In Wash. Law
Three teenagers — ages 14, 15 and 17 — could now face up to five years in prison for a charge that would have been a misdemeanor last June.
More Washington Drivers Use Pot And Drive; Effect On Safety Disputed
Does legalization of marijuana mean more drivers will have the drug in their system? New data from Washington state says yes, but does that mean pot has caused more accidents? The answer is unclear.
Wildfire Worries Rage In Typically 'Wet' Washington State
Exceptionally dry conditions are fueling major blazes across the Pacific Northwest. A drought and rapid development in Washington mean the state may not be prepared to deal with a long, hot summer.
Spending To Fight Wildfires At The Expense Of Preventing Them
In Washington state, a community coalition is bringing homeowners, businesses and government together to figure out how best to use what little money there is to protect the land from destruction.
Remote Jailing Cuts Off Inmates From Real-World Support System
County jails that send inmates far away to serve short-term sentences can be a cost-saver to local governments. But it could have major consequences when prisoners are released.
Washington State County Unsure If It Can Take Wave Of North Dakota Crude
Once a booming timber area, Grays Harbor County is the site of three proposed oil terminals. The local fishing industry sees the uptick in oil movement as a big risk, with limited economic benefits.
In Remote Washington, Veterans Services Are Ferry Ride Away
Sometimes veterans don't claim their benefits because they live in remote areas that lack resources. In one Washington state county, Veterans Affairs services are at least an hour ferry ride away.