OLYMPIA – Washington’s economy gained an estimated 10,600 jobs (seasonally adjusted) in May 2026 while the unemployment rate remained unchanged at 5.2%. “Job growth was relatively strong in May,” said Anneliese Vance-Sherman, chief labor economist for the […]
Spokane County – State fire assistance has been mobilized under the Washington State Fire Services Resource Mobilization Plan in support of local firefighters working to contain the Upriver Fire located in Spokane County, near Spokane Valley. Washington […]
Columbia County – State fire assistance has been mobilized under the Washington State Fire Services Resource Mobilization Plan in support of local firefighters working to contain the Tucannon Fire located in Columbia County, near Dayton. Washington State […]
The deadline has passed to apply for federal assistance in response to Washington’s flooding last year, with over $11 million distributed so far. More than 1,200 households have tapped the funding from the Federal Emergency […]
by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State StandardJune 15, 2026 Faced with a budget shortfall this year, Washington Democratic lawmakers relied on spending cuts and other maneuvers to make ends meet. For one, they trimmed tens of […]
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