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abcnews.go.compolitics5 hrs agoUpdated
Trump Removes Court-Appointed U.S. Attorney After Judges Bypass Consultation Process
Federal judges in Washington state appointed Roger Rogoff as U.S. attorney on Wednesday morning. President Trump removed him from the post less than one hour later.
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cnet.comscience7 days ago
Costco faces proposed class action over alleged heavy metals in Orgain protein powder
Seven customers filed a proposed class action lawsuit July 7 in Washington state federal court alleging Costco sells Orgain protein powder containing lead, cadmium and arsenic. The complaint cites independent testing by Clean Label Project and Consumer Reports.
espn.comworld17 days ago
Washington State Attorney Surrenders License After Allegations of Filing Fraudulent Visa Applications
Alexandra Lozano’s firm closed in June after multiple lawsuits accused it of submitting false claims on humanitarian visa forms without client consent. Federal data show immigration-service complaints rose in 2025, and the bar association reported her signature on more than 53,00…
uctoday.comworld28 days ago
Washington issues two radioactive-material licenses allowing Helion to start generator-building work at planned fusion site
Helion Energy obtained Radioactive Materials and Radioactive Air Emissions licenses from Washington state regulators. The approvals allow construction of the generator building at its Orion fusion facility in Malaga.
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hcn.orgpolitics29 days ago
U.S. Forest Service Exceeds 2026 Seasonal Firefighter Hiring Goals by 200 Positions
The agency says it has exceeded summer hiring targets by roughly 200 positions. Officials in Washington state cite concerns over permanent staff reductions.
news.google.compolitics42 days ago
Class-Action Lawsuit Alleges Amazon’s Ring 'Familiar Faces' Feature Collected Biometric Data Without Consent
A suit filed June 1 in Washington state federal court alleges Ring’s Familiar Faces feature collected biometric data without consent. Plaintiffs seek more than $5 million in damages.
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Missile Strike Hits Elementary School in Iranian City of Minab, Killing Over 100
Three months after the attack, families in the Iranian city of Minab continue a nightly ritual of grief. Washington states that an investigation is underway.
espn.comai48 days ago
Washington State Uses AI Tool to Map Wetlands After Federal Rule Changes
Washington state agencies and researchers developed a machine learning tool to locate wetlands that may lose federal protection. The tool uses landscape data to identify smaller or seasonal wetlands not captured by existing inventories.
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Tourist Throws Rock at Endangered Hawaiian Monk Seal, Mistaking It for Sea Lion Attacking Turtles
Federal prosecutors filed charges against a Washington state resident accused of throwing a rock at a Hawaiian monk seal. The tourist's lawyer said the man has faced online harassment and threats after the incident.
foxnews.comworld51 days ago
Skydiver dies, second injured in midair collision near Ritzville
One skydiver died and another was injured after colliding during a group jump at Skydive West Plains in Washington state on Sunday. The Adams County Sheriff's Office responded to the incident around 5:37 p.m.
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foxnews.comworld52 days ago
Skydiver dies, second injured in midair collision in Washington state
One skydiver died and another was injured after the two collided during a jump Sunday evening near Ritzville. The Adams County Sheriff's Office responded to the incident and confirmed the collision in a Monday statement.
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foxnews.comworld53 days ago
Study Finds Sin Nombre Virus in Nearly 30 Percent of Rodents Sampled in Pacific Northwest
Researchers from Washington State University collected rodent samples in Washington and Idaho in summer 2023. Nearly 30 percent showed past infection and 10 percent had active infections with the Sin Nombre virus.
Fox Newsscience55 days ago
Study Finds Higher Hantavirus Levels in Pacific Northwest Rodents
Washington State University researchers collected rodent samples in 2023 and found nearly 30 percent showed prior exposure to Sin Nombre virus. The study, published in 2026, focused on the Palouse region of eastern Washington and north-central Idaho.
flipboard.comworld56 days ago
Planned Parenthood Offers Abortion Medication in Advance in Washington and Hawaii
Planned Parenthood clinics in Washington state and Hawaii began offering mifepristone and misoprostol for future use on May 21, 2026. Patients can obtain the medication in person or through telehealth at 16 health centers in the two states.
prnewswire.comworld59 days ago
Idaho Pregnancy Center Seeks to Add Obstetric Care After Local Hospital Closure
A faith-based center in Sandpoint, Idaho, plans to expand services three years after the town's labor and delivery unit closed. The center is in talks with a Washington state hospital to bring weekly prenatal visits.
focustaiwan.twworld60 days ago
Rescuers Airlift Injured Hiker from Mount Si Summit
An injured hiker was airlifted after falling about 50 feet from the summit of Mount Si in Washington state. The King County Sheriff Air Support team conducted the operation on Saturday.
theconversation.compolitics67 days ago
House Passes Bill to Create Exemptions for Peeled Fruits and Vegetables in Child Care Food Safety Rules
The Cutting Red Tape on Child Care Providers Act, sponsored by Democratic Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez of Washington state, passed the House last week. The measure would create a separate category for low-risk foods such as peeled fruits and vegetables to prevent providers from f…
nypost.comworld68 days ago
Economist Behind California Billionaire Tax Proposal Says It Is Unlikely to Stay One-Time
Emmanuel Saez told a University of California Berkeley audience that surprising billionaires with a one-time tax would prove difficult, suggesting debate may shift to a permanent wealth tax. His comments came amid high-profile departures from California and Washington state by te…
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upi.comworld100 days ago
Foreign-Flagged Tanker Transports Fuel from Washington to California After Jones Act Waiver
A foreign-flagged tanker is transporting fuel from Washington State to California, marking one of the initial instances of a non-U.S. vessel moving fuel between U.S. states. This movement follows the Trump administration's waiver of Jones Act restrictions last month. The Jones Ac…
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Juvenile Gray Whale Found Dead After Entering Willapa River in Washington State
A juvenile gray whale that entered the Willapa River in Washington state was found dead near Raymond on Saturday. The whale had traveled 20 miles up the river from Willapa Bay during its spring migration. Researchers suspect reduced food availability in Arctic feeding areas contr…
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Officials Probe 21 Dead Canines Found on Washington State Island
Authorities in Skagit County are investigating after 21 dead canines washed ashore on Guemes Island, about 80 miles north of Seattle, between March 26 and a subsequent Friday. The animals appeared to be of similar size, with two having orange twine around their necks, and necrops…