The rainy season is approaching, so now is the time to consider whether your project will involve grading between November 1 and March 31. If your project requires Geotechnical Special Inspections and takes place in an environmentally critical area or …
In response to state and City permitting timeline legislation, applicants may now temporarily suspend permit reviews on Master Use Permits. Pausing permit review may benefit an applicant when reconsidering or reworking an application. Pausing permit …
Man who made more than 1,600 phone calls to his victim given an upward exceptional sentence for repeatedly violating no contact orders and witness tampering On August 28, 2026, in Spokane Superior Court, Jacob A. Northrup (37) was sentenced to 10 years in …
September 1, 2026 Contact: Bonnie LaCount, Deputy Fire Marshal, bonniel@co.skagit.wa.us, 360-416-1842 Skagit County burn ban modified to allow recreational fires. Due to increased moisture levels, recreational fires are now permitted within the …
The recent guilty plea by Andres Carrasco-Sanchez to the aggravated murders he committed outside the AWPPW Hall in Longview resulted in a sentence of life without the possibility of parole – the maximum penalty available in the State of Washington. A …
On August 12, 2026, a Cowlitz County Superior Court jury found Alisha Kloes Hamilton guilty of Trafficking in Stolen Property in the Second Degree and Possessing Stolen Property in the Third Degree. During the trial, the jury heard testimony from the …
The recent guilty plea by Andres Carrasco-Sanchez to the aggravated murders he committed outside the AWPPW Hall in Longview resulted in a sentence of life without the possibility of parole – the maximum penalty available in the State of Washington. A …
On August 12, 2026, a Cowlitz County Superior Court jury found Alisha Kloes Hamilton guilty of Trafficking in Stolen Property in the Second Degree and Possessing Stolen Property in the Third Degree. During the trial, the jury heard testimony from the …
Just Hours After Being Released from Jail on His Own Recognizance, Suspect Generates Several Calls for Service and Later Rearrested for Trespassing Spokane County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to several calls involving the same suspect who refused to …
La Oficina del Procurador General (AGO) brinda orientación a los empleadores para que cumplan con la Ley de Protección de los Trabajadores Inmigrantes Ahead of the state Immigrant Worker Protection Act taking full effect on Oct. 1, the Attorney General’s …
AGO shares guidance for employers to comply with the Immigrant Worker Protection Act La Ley de Protección de los Trabajadores Inmigrantes del estado entrará plenamente en vigor el 1ro de octubre. Por ese motivo, la Oficina del Procurador General ofrece …
Funding will increase energy efficiency in public buildings, lower energy costs, reduce pollution and create jobs in communities OLYMPIA, Wash. — The Washington State Department of Commerce today announced a $29.6 million investment to help building owners …
For this month’s Community Corner, the Seattle Human Services Department (HSD) is celebrating the start of Healthy Aging Month by spotlighting the work of one of the advocacy councils for which HSD provides staff support. These boards and commissions are …
Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) begins the necessary utility work for the Leschi South Marina Facility Improvement project on Monday, September 14. The upland utility work is expected to take 3 to 4 months, depending on weather conditions. SPR …
OLYMPIA, Wash. — The Office of the Insurance Commissioner’s next workshop for wildfire survivors in Spokane navigating the insurance claims process is scheduled for Monday, Sept. 14. The National Insurance Crime Bureau will provide tips on preventing fraud …
Back The Cashmere-Dryden Airport welcomes visitors on Sept. 12 for its annual celebration of aviation and the county-owned airport’s role in Chelan County. Cashmere-Dryden Airport Day is 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 12, at the airport, 5500 …
Back As part of the Science on Tap event services, Chelan County Chief Deputy Coroner Faye Fetters will give a presentation on Sept. 22 titled "Coroner's Office: Fact or Fiction." The free presentation is 7 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 22, at …
They cook and love motorcycles. They travel and enjoy bodybuilding. They sing, cook and enjoy doing things that “spike their adrenaline.” Their riders say they are: “A rock star,” “Careful, thoughtful, considerate, patient and really efficient,” and “ …
Active Incidents Whatcom County Sheriff's Office Division of Emergency Management (DEM) Emergency Operations Center is not activated. Make sure you are signed up for alerts, see WhatcomReady to sign up. We are aware of the fires in the far east part of …
SEATTLE – The final tsunami of summer travelers is heading for Washington State Ferries. Close to 400,000 people are expected on board between Thursday, Sept. 3, and Monday, Sept. 7. The Labor Day travel rush will cap WSF’s busiest summer since 2019. From …
