Oregon and Washington condemned the Department of Energy's cuts across the board, specifically for the Pacific Northwest Hydrogen Hub.

Oregon and Washington condemned the Department of Energy's cuts across the board, specifically for the Pacific Northwest Hydrogen Hub. OREGON, USA — The Trump administration is yanking $7.6 billion in grants supporting over 200 clean energy...

Construction is slowing in Washington state, economist and Spokane building firm says

A combination of uncertainty caused by higher tariffs and aggressive immigration moves has created a bleak picture for national and local construction prospects going forward, a national economist told a group of contractors Thursday in Spokane....

Seattle-area nonprofit donates home-baked bread to food banks in 4 states

SEATTLE — On a recent Saturday near Seattle, Cheryl Ewaldsen pulled three golden loaves of wheat bread out of her kitchen oven. The fragrant, oat-topped bread was destined not for her table, but for a local food bank, to be distributed to families...

Seattle's minimum wage will go up in 2026. Here's how much it is

Seattle's minimum wage will increase in 2026. Here's how much employees must get paid hourly. SEATTLE — Seattle's minimum wage is going up in 2026, the city's Office of Labor Standards (OLS) announced Tuesday. Seattle's minimum wage ordinance...

Gov. Ferguson condemns Trump for cutting $1.1B in Washington energy funds

WASHINGTON STATE — Gov. Bob Ferguson on Thursday condemned the Trump administration’s decision to revoke more than $1.1 billion in federal funding for energy projects in Washington state. The cuts include $1 billion for the Pacific Northwest...

Stage production of ‘The Wizard of Oz’ launches tonight in Hilo

As part of the Palace Theater’s 100th anniversary celebration this month, the stage will embrace the Technicolor dreamland of “The Wizard of Oz” for three weekends offering three shows each. As part of the Palace Theater’s 100th anniversary...

Seattle Children’s selects AI platform for paediatric specialities

US-based healthcare company Seattle Children’s has established an agreement to implement Abridge’s AI-driven ambient clinical intelligence platform to meet the paediatric care needs across 18 specialities. This decision follows a successful 90-day...

What CSU football coach Jay Norvell said after loss to Washington State

A rough September for the Colorado State football team continued against Washington State. The Rams lost 20-3 against the future Pac-12 conference mate, dropping a second home game in a row. Here's what CSU coach Jay Norvell said after the game....

Masters: Move to in-house production provides option for future DTC service

The Premier League’s decision to create its own media operations business will provide “stronger control over content” and “optionality” should it choose to launch an OTT platform in the future, chief executive Richard Masters has said. English...

Seattle announces annual minimum wage increase for January 1

SEATTLE — This story was originally posted on MyNorthwest.com The minimum wage in Seattle will increase to $21.30 per hour on January 1, 2026, in accordance with the annual increase required by Seattle’s minimum wage ordinance. The 2.6% minimum...

Trump Cuts $8B In Clean Energy Projects In CA And Other States That Backed Harris

The White House budget director, highlighted the cutbacks Wednesday, saying money "to fuel the Left's climate agenda is being cancelled." Posted Thu, Oct 2, 2025 at 3:21 pm PT The Trump administration is cancelling $7.6 billion in grants that...

Trump cancels $7.6 billion in clean energy, Washington loses $1.1 billion

President Trump cuts $7.6 billion in clean energy projects, hitting Washington hard with a $1.1 billion loss. SPOKANE, Wash. — Billions of dollars in clean energy funding are being cut by the Trump Administration and some of the hardest hit areas...

Washington state AG ends three-year probe into gun rights group; finds no issues

By Carleen Johnson / The Center Square The Second Amendment Foundation announced Wednesday that the Washington State Attorney General’s Office has agreed to end a three-year investigation into alleged wrongdoing by SAF and its personnel. The AGO...

New energy and passion at Wolf Hollow

Wolf Hollow has entered a new era, welcoming three new employees: Rehabilitation Manager Kassie Quackenbush, Rehabilitation Technician Claire Hart, and Education and Research Manager Hadley Beahan. “I saw there was an opening, and it was in line...

Trump admin cancels $1 billion for WA energy projects, Pacific NW Hydrogen Hub

WASHINGTON - The Trump administration has canceled $7.5 billion for clean energy projects across 16 states, including $1.1 billion in grants for Washington state. Local perspective: The Pacific Northwest Hydrogen Hub took a major financial hit,...

Washington state car makers may not meet 2026 EV sales goals, yet still remain in compliance

By TJ Martinell / The Center Square Washington car manufacturers aren’t expected to necessarily meet their electric vehicle sales quotas for 2026, but state officials are still confident they can remain in compliance with state law thanks to a...

Arguments wrap up over steep increase in regulated interisland shipping rates

A quasi-judicial hearing over a proposed steep hike for regulated interisland ocean cargo rates ended Thursday after four days of witness testimony, tough questions and sometimes contentious arguments. The state Public Utilities Commission will...

Trump eliminates $550 million in Colorado clean energy projects as administration targets blue states

The Trump administration is canceling $7.6 billion in grants that supported clean energy projects in 16 states — including Colorado, where more than $550 million in funding is set to be eliminated in what the state decried as “politically...

Seattle's Best Haunted Houses and Frightful Draws

The Great Pumpkin Beer Festival is an Elysian tradition. the world is a scary place; why not take control of the spooks this Halloween season with some planned frights. Treat your brain to a tidy shot of adrenaline with the help of these haunted...

Trump administration cuts funding for dozens of clean energy projects across Pacific Northwest

Oregon and Washington condemned the Department of Energy's cuts across the board, specifically for the Pacific Northwest Hydrogen Hub. OREGON, USA — The Trump administration is yanking $7.6 billion in grants supporting over 200 clean energy...