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2 days ago

What do birds think of forest management?

Adrian Wolf is not studying just one bird, not anymore. He manages forests in western Washington state. He is stewardship director for the Great Peninsula Conservancy, and he relies on bird sounds to measure his work. He thinks of it like the birds are leaving reviews. WOLF: This habitat is good. I'm going to keep coming back here, and I'm going to keep reading. That's the best yelp review you can have is you come back.
Environment
fromSFGATE
3 days ago

The Old Farmer's Almanac Predicts a Mild and Dry Winter for Most Washington Homeowners

The Old Farmer's Almanac has issued its 2025-2026 Winter Forecast, calling for a season that's "mostly mild-with pockets of wild." Editor Carol Connare says that "most areas will experience near-normal to slightly milder temperatures," though certain regions could still see sudden cold snaps. For Washington homeowners, that translates to a relatively calm winter-milder than average, with less snow than usual.
Environment
Public health
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Washington state resident dies after after H5N5 infection DW 11/22/2025

An older adult in Washington died of likely H5N5 avian influenza linked to a backyard flock; public risk is assessed as low.
Real estate
fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago

Washington Is Failing in Affordability and Homebuilding: Can Gov. Ferguson Overcome the Supply Crunch?

Washington's housing supply lags demand, producing one of the nation's least affordable markets with high prices, low affordability, and underbuilding.
Environment
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Amazon shares a 'first look' at new nuclear facility

Amazon will support development of small modular nuclear reactors in Washington and secure rights to buy power from an initial 320 MW phase.
US news
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Washington Homeowners Pay Some of the Lowest Insurance Costs In The Country

Washington homeowners typically pay $1,000–$1,499 annually for homeowners insurance, placing the state among the most affordable on the West Coast.
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Human remains identified as Travis Decker, wanted for killing his daughters

His remains were discovered on a steep, remote, wooded slope part way up Grindstone Mountain in central Washington, less than a mile (1.6 km) from the campsite where the bodies of 9-year-old Paityn Decker, 8-year-old Evelyn Decker and 5-year-old Olivia Decker were found on June 2, the Chelan County Sheriff's Office said. Law enforcement teams had been searching more than three months for Decker, 32, before the sheriff's office announced last week it had located human remains believed to be his.
US news
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fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
2 months ago

'Our Mr. Matsura': Director Beth Harrington discusses her new documentary about a historic Japanese-American photographer * Oregon ArtsWatch

Frank Matsura photographed early-20th-century Washington communities with intimate, spontaneous portraits that reveal trust, humanity, and cross-cultural connections.
fromwww.esquire.com
3 months ago

Federal Agents Arrested Firefighters During a Forest Fire in Washington

Over three hours, federal agents demanded identification from the members of two private contractor crews. The crews were among the 400 people including firefighters deployed to fight the wildfire, the largest active blaze in Washington state. It is unusual for federal border agents to make arrests during the fighting of an active fire, especially in a remote area. Jesus, one would hope so.
US politics
US news
fromTelecompetitor
3 months ago

Island Cellular, a Fixed Wireless Provider, the Big BEAD Winner in Washington State

Island Cellular LLC received nearly $332 million, the largest BEAD provisional award in Washington; Northwest Open Access Network received about $130.6 million.
#rent-control
fromSFGATE
3 months ago
Real estate

Washington's New Rent Cap: 5 Key Takeaways

Washington enforces rent caps under House Bill 1217, fining violating landlords $2,000 each and preventing illegal rent increases for over 250 tenants.
fromwww.nytimes.com
7 months ago
US news

Washington State Lawmakers Vote to Limit Rent Increases

Washington State has enacted a law limiting annual rent increases to 10% or inflation plus 7%, addressing rising housing costs.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
7 months ago

Washington State Lawmakers Vote to Limit Rent Increases

Washington State has enacted a law limiting annual rent increases to 10% or inflation plus 7%, addressing rising housing costs.
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 months ago

Appeals court throws curve ball in legal case against Unison

The entire structure of the arrangement is designed to put Unison in the same position, and to have the same right to payment, as an unadorned nonrecourse obligation to pay Unison 70% of the home's equity, less $194,250.
US politics
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
4 months ago

How to Build on Washington's "My Health, My Data" Act

The Washington law protects "consumer health data," defined as information linkable to a consumer that identifies their "physical or mental health status." This includes all manner of conditions and treatments, such as gender-affirming and reproductive care.
EU data protection
fromStreetsblog
5 months ago

Washington State Is About To Have the First Pro-'Woonerf' Law in America - Streetsblog USA

"[Shared streets] create the kind of environment that everybody wants to live in...where it's beautiful and desirable to be out in the street enjoying the city, meeting their neighbors..."
Alternative transportation
Washington DC
fromTri-City Herald
5 months ago

Washington state is hiring. Many remote and hybrid jobs pay $100k+

Washington state jobs provide extensive benefits, competitive pay, and both in-person and remote work options.
#travis-decker
US news
fromwww.npr.org
5 months ago

A dad accused of killing his 3 young daughters is on the run. Here's what to know

Federal authorities are leading the search for Travis Decker, accused of kidnapping and murdering his three daughters.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
5 months ago

Manhunt expands for Washington dad accused of killing his three daughters

Washington State is utilizing National Guard resources in the urgent manhunt for a father suspected of murdering his three daughters.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
5 months ago

A dad accused of killing his 3 young daughters is on the run. Here's what to know

Federal authorities are leading the search for Travis Decker, accused of kidnapping and murdering his three daughters.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
5 months ago

Manhunt expands for Washington dad accused of killing his three daughters

Washington State is utilizing National Guard resources in the urgent manhunt for a father suspected of murdering his three daughters.
SF food
fromTasting Table
6 months ago

The Local Washington Chain With A Wing Challenge So Hot You Have To Sign A Waiver - Tasting Table

Wing Dome's 7-Alarm Challenge dares diners to eat ultra-spicy wings in seven minutes, requiring a waiver due to the extreme heat.
Washington Nationals
fromFatherly
6 months ago

This State is Offering a Remarkable 16 Weeks of Paid Leave to New Parents

Washington state now offers 16 weeks of paid leave for new parents, positioning itself among few states in the U.S. with such benefits.
Marketing tech
fromGeekWire
6 months ago

'It's unbelievable': Small businesses slam new sales tax law in Washington as legal challenge looms

Washington State's new sales tax on digital services may drive clients to out-of-state providers, impacting local businesses.
Washington Capitals
fromNew York Post
6 months ago

Measles case confirmed in traveler who visited multiple Washington locations, public health officials warn

A Canadian traveler with measles exposed multiple public locations in Washington state, prompting health warnings.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
6 months ago

Crane Island Residence / David Vandervort Architects

The new residence on Crane Island maximizes scenic views while minimizing site disruption through thoughtful design.
Washington DC
fromStreetsblog
7 months ago

This Parking Bill Could Help Solve the Housing Crisis - Streetsblog San Francisco

Washington State's new parking reform bill aims to alleviate its housing crisis by removing unnecessary parking requirements for developers.
Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
7 months ago

Tesla faces new tax in WA

Washington's HB 2077 taxes emissions credits, especially affecting Tesla, with lawmakers expecting over $100M annually.
The bill aims to bolster state finances amidst challenges with federal EV funding.
Washington Nationals
fromNew York Post
7 months ago

Venezuelan migrants charged with kidnapping, shooting and drilling a hole in a Washington woman's hand: 'left her for dead'

Two illegal Venezuelan migrants kidnapped and tortured a woman in Washington State, showing extreme brutality and desperation.
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