Washington’s flavored nicotine ban proposal threatens local vape shops
A proposed ban on flavored nicotine products is stirring debate in Washington. House Bill 1203 aims to prohibit the sale of flavored e-cigarettes, nicotine pouches, and tobacco products statewide. The bill would require shops to only sell tobacco-flavored products.
Speed demons on a leash: Bill would require limiter device for reckless drivers
The state of Washington is taking a bold step toward tackling reckless drivers and speeding with a new bill that could change how high-risk drivers get back on the road. House Bill 1596 (HB 1596), sponsored by several Democratic representatives, proposes a special restricted a...
Proposed ban on flavored vapes sparks debate in Washington
OLYMPIA, Wash. — Proposed legislation would end the sale of flavored tobacco or vape products including menthol cigarettes, vape juices, and tobacco pouches in Washington state. Under House Bill 1203, the sale of “any flavored tobacco or nicotine product or entertainment vapor...
The Most Devastating Natural Disasters in Washington State History
I've talked before about how scary nature can be. Dissolving alive in hot springs, angry animal moms, Mount St. Helens... the list goes on. I love nature, honestly; I've been called a granola girl more than once in my life. But with that love comes a great amount of respect,...
More Macy’s Stores Closing, 3 Are in Washington
Macy's has made the announcement to close several more stores across the nation. Last year the retailer announced the closure of 150 underperforming locations by 2026. About 350 locations remain open nationwide. However, at that time, Macy's hadn't publicized which locations...
It’s Illegal To Warm Up Your Vehicle in Washington State
With all the reports of this winter storm paralyzing parts of the southeast, what about our winter in Washington state? Most of the snowfall this year has occurred in the upper elevations. As a native Minnesotan, I don't mind the lack of snow in Tri-Cities. : Urgent: WA...
‘We don’t want to end up like California’: Washington races to prevent LA-scale wildfire
NORTH BEND, Wash. — As Southern California recovers from its costliest wildfire disaster, western Washington is fighting to prevent a similar catastrophe. "It accelerated really quickly. I didn't even think it would reach us," said Dan O'Conner who ran from the fire overtaking...
Immigration officials are arresting people in Washington and warehousing them in Idaho
This story was written in partnership between RANGE and FāVS News , a nonprofit newsroom covering faith and values in the Inland Northwest. Learn more about FāVS’s work here .
Snow Hits Washington This Weekend: Lowlands Brace for First Snow
Washington is about to experience a major weather shift with snow expected to begin falling across the region this weekend, even in the lowlands. Snowfall to Blanket Washington Starting Saturday: Lowland Snow in the Forecast. After an unusually dry month, Seattle has only...
Washington tribes fight back against fraudulent online casino apps using their brands and logos
Washington state residents are being bombarded with ads on social media, hyping the state’s tribal casinos’ online operations. There’s only one, big problem: online casinos are not legal in Washington, and the tribes aren’t behind the ads. In short, there is a bad actor out...
