Washington state News
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North Carolina-based Strata Solar soon will begin installing the largest solar farm in the state of Washington. The company plans to begin installing 81,000 solar panels next month near Lind, about 75 miles west of Spokane.
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Seattle -
Atlantic salmon net-pen farming will be phased out in Washington state by 2025 under legislation passed by the state Senate on Friday after a tough floor fight and some fancy parliamentary footwork.
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An Amtrak passenger train derailed Monday southwest of Seattle and landed on Interstate 5 on the first day of service on the route. Multiple injuries and fatalities were reported.
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Spokane -
While Washington state uses a mix of renewables, including hydroelectric and wind, it has lagged behind neighboring states like Idaho, or Utah and Nevada in the development of geothermal energy. But geothermal exploration is now moving forward.
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Spokane -
In this busy high-tech 21st century society it's hard to find time to relax with family and friends. Mother's Day this coming May 13, is perhaps an ideal opportunity to spend time just enjoying each other's company.
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Twisp -
Three firefighters died Wednesday after their vehicle crashed during a wildfire. The flames from the inferno likely overtook them, according to fire officials. Four other firefighters were injured, including one listed in critical condition.
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The number of Salmonella illnesses in several Washington state counties has now jumped to 90 cases, prompting the Washington State Department of Health to call in The CDC. The USDA/FSIS has also issued a public health alert.
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Seattle -
Washington state and local health officials are partnering to investigate a number of cases and clusters of Salmonella infections that have popped up in eight counties recently. The cases all appear to be linked to eating pork.
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A teenager who survived a plane crash in the forested mountains of Washington state emerged from the wilderness after hiking for days before she was picked up by a motorist who drove her to safety, authorities said.
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Seattle -
Southwest Washington state oyster-growers have been battling the native shrimp that burrow in the mudflats for years, making it difficult for the oysters to grow. Now they have been given state approval for the use of a neurotoxic pesticide.
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Seattle -
Grizzly bears in America's Northwest only exist in stories and legend. The last confirmed sighting was in 2010, when a hiker photographed one in the North Cascades. That may soon change, depending on the results of a three-year study by the Park Service.
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Sydney -
Generosity to oneself is pretty normal. When U.S. corporations who refuse to consider raising minimum wage and audit staff toilet time start giving their pet high flyers more money than they pay in taxes, questions need to be asked. Nobody's asking.
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A round of primary elections is scheduled to take place on August 5th in the states of Kansas, Missouri, Michigan, and Washington.
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When Colorado and Washington State legalized recreational marijuana, Barack Obama claimed his administration would allow them to govern their own marijuana laws. Yet the Obama administration has sent mixed signals on whether marijuana laws will change.
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A two-inch wide crack measuring 65-feet in length has been discovered on the spillway of the Wannapum Hydroelectric Dam on the Columbia River in Washington state. This has prompted officials to start lowering the water level to assess the damage.
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We have all seen pictures of them — pot-bellied pigs — the little short-legged porcine that supposedly make a good pet.
Those grunting little creatures are not raised for food, but their cousins that are, may soon be "pot-head" pigs flying high.
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Everett -
Boeing Co. received a huge tax break from the Washington State legislature on Monday November 12 as governor Jay Inslee signed into law tax breaks that stretch out over 27 years until 2040.
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A little over a month ago, the Washington State Liquor Control Board released an initial draft of the regulations and restrictions that will govern the newly legal marijuana industry in Washington State.
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Olympia -
Thousands of Washington State government employees are receiving notices that they could face a potential layoff if lawmakers are unable to reach an agreement in order to prevent a government shutdown.
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The Reproductive Parity Act, if passed, would have required almost all health insurers in Washington State to pay for elective abortions.
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Seattle -
An accused con artist on the run, she assumes identities and careers somewhat like a chameleon changes colors to match surrounding terrain in order to hide from predators.
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The debris from the tsunami which struck eastern Japan two years ago today could still be washing up on the western seaboard of Canada and the United States decades from now with, as yet, unknown consequences for marine life.
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Richland -
Officials have confirmed that six underground tanks at Washington state's Hanford Nuclear Plant are leaking radioactive waste.
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Seattle -
On Tuesday, hundreds of Washington State residents descended upon the Seattle Space Needle in a gathering that resembled a New Year's Eve celebration, complete with cheering and a countdown to midnight.
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Olympia -
While it sounds like the plot of a Hollywood movie, there was a report of a shooting at a quiet, suburban house in Washington State on Monday. Police following up on the report got a little more than they bargained for.
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Seattle -
In Seattle, Washington, there is a "mutual combat law" in effect. "Superhero" Phoenix Jones took advantage of this law to deliver his own brand of justice.
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It has been confirmed an amateur beekeeper in Washington state has found "zombie bees" on his property. This is the first time "zombees" have been identified in Washington state.
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Portland -
A federal grand jury in Portland indicted a militant white supremacist couple on murder charges this past Thursday after the pair allegedly unleashed a wave of terror across the Pacific Northwest region that left four dead last fall.
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Long Beach -
While the rest of the United States shows temperatures in the 80s, 90s and 100s, the Pacific Northwest sports temps in the 60s. This, however, does not stop beachgoers at Washington's famed Long Beach.
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Washington state is changing the dynamic of voter registration this week. According to several media reports, in the very near future there will be an app that will allow residents to register to vote through Facebook.
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For Mother's Day, Brambleberry Cottage will be serving a full-meal luncheon. The second busiest day of the year for Brambleberry Cottage is Christmas. Courtesy of Brambleberry Cottage, Spokane WA
The Okanogan Complex is made up of the 9 Mile, Beaver Lake, Twisp River, Lime Belt and Tunk Block fires. USFS
The world's longest floating bridge in Washington state. It is six lanes instead of four. Wochit News
The annual "Tip-A-Cop" fundraiser was held at more than 300 Red Robin Gourmet Burgers franchises in 39 states this past Oct. 13, 2012. Seen here are the staff of the Red Robin with local law officers in Kennewick, Washington Courtesy of Red Robin Gourmet Burgers
I-522: The People's Right To Know Genetically Engineered Food Act. Labelitwa
Vancouver Energy’s proposed facility (highlighted in blue) consists of a covered transload area on the railroad tracks at Terminal 5, six storage tanks to the east and a loading area at two of the port’s cargo berths. Vancouver Energy
Collapsed bridge in Washington state ITN - Screengrab
Geothermal resource potential map of the Washington Cascade Range, showing the three areas selected for targeted research and several heat input variables. Washington DNR
The face of an unknown firefighter reflects a tiredness born of dedication to the job. Wochit News
I-522: The People's Right To Know Genetically Engineered Food Act. Labelitwa
Picking oysters by hand at low tide, Willapa Bay, Washington. PD-USGOV
Mothers' Day is the busiest day of the year for Brambleberry Cottage tea house and gift shop of Spokane, Washington. Courtesy of Brambleberry Cottage, Spokane WA
Mt. Baker as viewed from Galiano Island, BC. The ferry is on its way from Victoria to Vancouver.
The Okanogan Complex wildfire in Washington has now become the largest in the state's history. CBS Evening News
Mt. Baker as viewed from Galiano Island, BC.
Located on Pacific Avenue in downtown Spokane, Brambleberry Cottage offers a respite from the stress and hurried pace of high-tech 21-Century life. Courtesy of Brambleberry Cottage, Spokane WA
Picking oysters by hand at low tide, Willapa Bay, Washington, October 1969. NOAA Fisheries collection, ID fish0744.
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