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How salmon ‘rest stops’ on the Yakima River could help fish migrate through hot water

Salmon like water temperatures just so. Rivers can’t be too hot. But there’s one small spot along the lower Yakima River that ...
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Tacoma city manager proposes balanced budget, cuts to staff and programs on the table

Tacoma City Manager Hyun Kim presented his proposed 2027-28 budget to City Council on Tuesday. The city is working to address ...
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Washington state leaders raise alarm over plans to fast-track oil pipeline to Canada’s West Coast

Washington state leaders warn that Canada prioritizing an oil pipeline from Alberta to British Columbia could cause ...
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Today's Classical Schedule

Cadence — program scheduling, playlists and music reporting for NPR stations.
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Health officials discuss potential for future exposures following rabid bat found near school

Health officials in eastern Washington say they’re looking to develop a plan for larger-scale rabies exposures after an ...
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Labor council in Pierce County takes next step, buys building to convert into childcare center

In Pierce County, an organized body of labor unions is trying to tackle the problem of childcare for working families.The ...
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US Department of Energy employee, Navy vet indicted for attempting to help a terrorist organization

U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Washington in Richland. A federal grand jury has indicted Ashton Hamed Ellaboudy, 51, of Richland, Washington, for attempting to provide material ...
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Baumgartner vs. Conroy: Washington state’s 5th Congressional District candidates talk trade, Medicaid, affordability, data centers

U.S. Rep. Michael Baumgartner (right), the Republican incumbent running against Democratic challenger Carmela Conroy (left) in the general election for Washington state's 5th Congressional District, ...