Tonasket experiences series of earthquakes TONASKET, Wash. – A magnitude 3.0 earthquake occurred northwest of Tonasket, Washington around 7:20 a.m. on Wednesday according to the US Geological Survey (USGS).

A magnitude 3.0 earthquake hit northwest of Tonasket, Washington around 7:20 a.m. on Wednesday according to the USGS. This comes in a series of activity in the area after a similar size earthquake struck on Sunday morning. www.khq.com/news/tonaske...

Visa revocations impact WSU international students amid federal changes PULLMAN, Wash. – Washington State University (WSU) is experiencing the effects of recent federal immigration enforcement actions, with three international students having their visas revoked as of Fri...

Washington State University (WSU) is experiencing the effects of recent federal immigration enforcement actions, with three international students having their visas revoked as of Friday, April 11. www.khq.com/news/visa-re...

Spokane City Council approves contract to remove abandoned RVs, citing public safety concerns Spokane, Wash. — During Monday’s legislative session, the Spokane City Council approved an amendment to its service contract with Evergreen State Towing to address the growing issue of abandoned RVs

During Monday’s legislative session, the Spokane City Council approved an amendment to its service contract with Evergreen State Towing to address the growing issue of abandoned RVs throughout city neighborhoods. www.khq.com/news/spokane...

Victim in deadly South Hill house fire identified SPOKANE, Wash. - The Spokane County Medical Examiner confirmed the identity of a woman who died in a house fire on April 9.

The Spokane County Medical Examiner confirmed the identity of a woman who died in a house fire on April 9. www.khq.com/news/victim-...

Congressman Baumgartner sounds off on Russia, says its clear they started war with Ukraine WASHINGTON D.C.- It's been three years since Russia started their invasion on the sovereign nation of Ukraine.

OUT OF DC: @RepBaumgartner (R-WA 05) sounds off on Russia, says its clear they started war with Ukraine.

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Washington’s state flag could change under proposed legislation House Bill 1938 would create a committee to redesign the green banner. Supporters say the current design featuring the state seal with George Washington’s likeness is flawed, while opponents question

A proposal to change Washington’s state flag got a public hearing in Olympia Tuesday afternoon. www.khq.com/news/washing...

Protesters in Spokane and Wenatchee rally against Trump administration's federal workforce cuts SPOKANE, Wash. — A coalition of community organizations staged a protest at Riverfront Park’s Big Red Wagon on Monday afternoon, calling on city, county and state leaders to take action

A coalition of community organizations staged a protest at Riverfront Park’s Big Red Wagon on Monday afternoon, calling on city, county and state leaders to take action in response to what they described as a rollback of rights at the federal level. www.khq.com/news/protest...

SCRAPS seizes 171 animals from Airway Heights kennel after failed inspection SPOKANE, Wash. – The Spokane County Regional Animal Protection Service (SCRAPS) seized more than 170 animals from a kennel in Airway Heights due to a failed inspection at the facility.

SCRAPS seized more than 170 animals from a kennel in Airway Heights due to a failed inspection at the facility. www.khq.com/news/scraps-...

Spokane shelters struggle despite increased funding for winter beds SPOKANE, Wash. – The City of Spokane increased funding by $800,000 in November to provide additional beds for the coldest winter nights. While this funding has helped, shelters including the

The City of Spokane increased funding by $800,000 in November to provide additional beds for the coldest winter nights. While this funding has helped, shelters including the navigation site on Cannon Street still struggling to meet the demand. www.khq.com/news/spokane...

White House fires USAID inspector general after warning about funding oversight, officials say The White House fired the inspector general for the U.S. Agency for International Development on Tuesday. That's according to U.S. officials familiar with the dismissal but not authorized to comment

The White House fired the inspector general for the U.S. Agency for International Development on Tuesday, several U.S. officials said. www.khq.com/politics/whi...

Flu outbreak forces Mullan School District closure MULLAN, Idaho – The Mullan School District has announced that classes are cancelled for the rest of the week due to a significant flu outbreak among students.

The Mullan School District has canceled classes for the rest of the week due to a significant flu outbreak among students. This closure, approved by the state, is essential for students' recovery during the most intense flu season in 15 years.

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Flu cases surge in Washington, impacting local health clinics SPOKANE, Wash. – Recent data from the Washington Department of Health reveals a significant rise in influenza cases across the state. More than 600 people tested positive for the flu

Recent data from the Washington Department of Health reveals a significant rise in influenza cases across the state. More than 600 people tested positive for the flu in the last week of January. www.khq.com/news/flu-cas...

Washington State University appoints first woman president in school’s history PULLMAN, Wash. — Washington State University announced its new president during a Board of Regents meeting Thursday, marking a historic first as she becomes the university’s first woman president.

Washington State University announced its new president during a Board of Regents meeting Thursday, marking a historic first as she becomes the university’s first woman president. www.khq.com/news/washing...

Camera footage captures attack on Spokane priest SPOKANE, Wash. - An attack on a Spokane priest at the Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes was captured on camera leading to the arrest of a man.

Camera footage caught the moment a Spokane priest was attacked by a man attending the service.

The man who attacked the priest was arrested and charged with assault.

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Senator Cantwell, Crapo and Daines take centerstage in Trade Rep. Confirmation Hearing This hearing is live and this webcopy is being updated in real time

In the Senate Finance Committee chaired by Senator Mike Crapo (R-ID)

Senator Maria Cantwell (D-WA) called out Donald Trump's nominee to serve as U.S. trade representative, over concerns of tariffs that she says will hit Washington state trade hard.

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Washington Senate passes changes to parental rights in education After a long debate Wednesday afternoon, the Senate approved changes to the standards outlined in Initiative 2081 from 2024. The amendments, which included removing parental notice of medical services...

The Washington State Senate passed a bill making changes to the parents rights in education passed through the initiative process in 2024.

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Bill aims to provide free meals to all Washington public school students WASHINGTON - A new bill, Senate Bill 5352, is currently being discussed in committee, aiming to provide free meals to all students in Washington's public schools, regardless of their financial

A new bill, Senate Bill 5352, is currently being discussed in committee, aiming to provide free meals to all students in Washington's public schools, regardless of their financial situation.

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