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For the first time in a decade, Washington wildlife officials take a sample of chronic wasting disease on the day the deer hunting season opens
For the first time in a decade, Washington wildlife officials searched for a fatal neurological disease when the modern deer hunting season opened on ... -
SKATE SHAVINGS – Caps Morning Skate News & Notes
That streak ends tonight when the Tampa Bay Lightning hit the city for the first time since December 21, 2019. The Lightning were also ... -
Physician Assistant License Suspended Due to COVID Actions | Washington News
WASHOUGAL, Wash. (AP) – The Washington Medical Commission has suspended the license of a pediatric healthcare provider in southwest Washington. The suspension came this ... -
Washington’s Ron Rivera continues to heed mentor Andy Reid’s message – Washington blog
ASHBURN, Virginia – Coach Ron Rivera’s second season of his term with the Carolina Panthers was not going so well in 2012 when his ... -
Thermophilic bacteria kill thousands of Washington salmon
It is estimated that 2,500 chinook salmon died before they could reach their spawning grounds in Whatcom County in September. Lummi Nation officials say ... -
Supreme Court Dismisses St. Louis Pipeline Company’s Claim
The Supreme Court on Friday dismissed a request by a Missouri gas company to block a lower court ruling against the company. Chief Justice ... -
How much do routine doctor’s visits cost in Washington?
How much do routine doctor’s visits cost in Washington – and how they compare to neighboring states In the patchwork of healthcare providers in ... -
Credit unions in Alaska and Washington plan to merge
SPOKANE, Wash. Two credit unions, one based in Washington state and the other in Alaska, said Thursday they are seeking regulatory approval for their ... -
Vaccine proof or negative test required at major WA events
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee, seen here in June 2021, on Thursday announced new proof of vaccine requirements for attendees at large halls across the ... -
Panel to discuss the Wheelabrator waste incinerator | Local
An October 21 discussion sponsored by the Glens Falls Clean Air Action Network and the Southern Adirondack Democratic Socialists of America will discuss the ... -
Central Outreach Wellness Center Celebrates New Washington Clinic | Local News
City Councilor Rosemary Ketchum first heard about the Central Outreach Wellness Center in 2018, in Wheeling, the very first W.Va Pride Parade. “I remember ... -
Washington AG: Facebook gave false information during election campaign | WJHL
Posted: Oct 13, 2021 / 7:22 PM EDT / Update: Oct 13, 2021 / 7:22 PM EDT SEATTLE (AP) – Washington Attorney General Bob ... -
The National Institute for Disability welcomes Sindy Benavides, CEO of the League of United Latin American Citizens, to its Board of Directors
Posted: October 13, 2021 at 11:30 a.m. CDT|Update: 1 hour ago WASHINGTON, October 13, 2021 / PRNewswire / – The National Disability Institute (NDI) ... -
Biden appeals to Montgomery County environmental chief Ortiz for key EPA position
The White House announced Tuesday that Adam Ortiz would become the administrator of the EPA Region 3 office, which is based in Philadelphia and ... -
Florida fines county $ 3.5 million for imposing vaccines
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) – The county government that is home to the capital of Florida was fined $ 3.5 million on Tuesday by state ... -
Town of Edmonds: Mayor’s announcement: Dev. Director of services appointed
10/11/2021 (Edmonds, WA) – After a comprehensive recruitment and interview process, including candidate interviews with Council, Mayor Mike Nelson selected Susan McLaughlin as his ... -
Key takeaways from the 2020 census for Maryland, in 5 charts
Maryland’s population has grown 7 percent to 6,177,224 over the past decade, as the state has become more diverse, reflecting a national trend, according ... -
WATCH: Dorian Thompson-Robinson, Stephan Blaylock discuss preparations for game in Washington, latest takeaways in Arizona
The Bruins’ flagman and strong security start spoke to the media following Monday’s practice. UCLA football quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson spoke about what he’s doing ... -
New survey reveals vaccination rates in Washington health system – KIRO 7 news Seattle
The Washington Hospital Association released the results of a survey that detailed vaccination rates in hospitals and healthcare systems in Washington. The survey was ... -
Kansas City Chiefs vs Washington
The Kansas City Chiefs (2-3) and Washington football team (2-3) meet Sunday of Week 6 for a 1 p.m. ET kickoff at FedEx Field. ... -
AP Top News at 1:33 a.m. EDT
Posted on Sunday October 10, 2021 | 9:00 p.m. Updated 16 minutes ago Fall will test leaders’ ability to keep Congress on track WASHINGTON ... -
Staffing has always been a challenge in long-term care facilities – the vaccination mandate could make matters worse
Long-term care facilities could face a serious staff shortage this fall as Governor Inslee’s vaccination mandate takes effect Oct. 18. Robin Dale, CEO of ... -
Washington College Academy Hosts First Annual Fall Craft Festival | New
Washington College Academy is developing a new fall tradition. The historic venue, located in Limestone, is hosting its first Fall Craft Festival on October ... -
Russians flock to Serbia to receive West-made COVID-19 vaccines
BELGRADE, Serbia (AP) – When Russian regulators approved the country’s coronavirus vaccine, it was a moment of national pride, and the Pavlov family were ... -
How the NWSL’s fear and culture of silence perpetuated sexual abuse | NWSL
When former Washington Spirit player Kaiya McCullough reported to the Washington Post about ex-coach Richie Burke’s abusive behavior, it had a ripple effect, shattering ... -
The NBA health care plan honors the league’s past. This alleged fraud disrespects him | Sports
When the owners of the NBA and the players’ union unanimously agreed in 2016 to provide comprehensive health insurance for retired players, the two ... -
Vaccination rates increase at WA locations ahead of deadline
OLYMPIA, Wash. COVID-19 vaccination rates at state agencies in Washington have increased in recent weeks, ahead of a deadline for workers to be fully ... -
Big Escapes: Washington, DC’s Many Surprises
As of September 2021, masks are mandatory for almost all indoor activities in the District of Columbia. A growing number of hospitality companies, especially ... -
Find out how many nurses Washington will need by 2030
Find out how many nurses Washington will need by 2030 A perfect storm of factors taken all together could leave the world short of ... -
Population growth on a collision course with the Colorado River
There is simply not enough water to support the growing number of people in the South West. (Francisco Kjolseth | The Salt Lake Tribune) ... -
American teens see climate change as a problem for people to solve
Young people walk along Pennsylvania Avenue to the United States Capitol as part of the global climate strike September 20, 2019 in Washington, DC ... -
Summer storms have been a wake-up call against climate change for US subways
NEW YORK – When the remnants of Hurricane Ida dumped record rains on the east coast this month, the stairs in the New York ... -
Veterans hospitals face record employee deaths from COVID – NBC4 Washington
Despite a vaccination mandate for federal workers and months of efforts to add protective equipment and protocols, July and August were the deadliest months ... -
Washington State Patrol COVID-19 vaccination rate drops to 93% as state deadline approaches
OLYMPIA – The Washington State Patrol said on Wednesday that 93% of its employees had been vaccinated against COVID-19 under Governor Jay Inslee’s tenure ... -
Todd Gloria aboga in Washington by reapertura de la frontera
San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria met with federal officials in Washington, DC last week to advocate for the full reopening of the border, which ... -
How “ice needles” weave stone patterns in frozen landscapes
Environment | Press releases | Search | Science October 6, 2021 Stone circles in Svalbard, Norway. Each circle is approximately 10 feet or 3 ... -
Children’s Books + Health Care: Port Washington-Saukville News
Hello Port Washington and Saukville! It’s me again, Ethan Duran, with the Thursday edition of the newsletter. Have fun. First of all, the weather ... -
Steve Baldwin resigns as CEO of Washington Spirit from NWSL
Steve Baldwin resigned Tuesday as CEO and managing partner of the Washington Spirit of the National Women’s Soccer League following the dismissal of coach ... -
Total hospitals drop to almost 3 months
The number of covid-19 patients in Arkansas who were in hospitals, on ventilators or in intensive care all fell for a second day in ... -
Washington Spirit players call on owner to sell after he resigns
Washington Spirit majority owner Steve Baldwin said he was stepping down immediately as the club’s CEO and managing partner, according to a team announcement ... -
Senate confirms first Native American judge in Washington
SEATTLE The Senate confirmed on Tuesday that Seattle attorney Lauren King was the first Native American federal judge in Washington state. King has served ... -
UW Joins USAID’s $ 125 Million Project to Detect Emerging Viruses with Pandemic Potential
Health and Medicine | Press releases | Population health | Public health | Research October 5, 2021 USAID DEEP VZN scientists hope to collect ... -
How are thousands of people preparing for a climate summit? With difficulty.
In a matter of weeks, around 20,000 ministers, activists and leaders from almost every country in the world are expected to travel to Glasgow ... -
Community honors Washington State soldier who died of COVID
Members of the Washington State Patrol Honor Guard carefully remove an American flag covering Coffin Carrying Soldier Eric Gunderson during a memorial service, Monday, ... -
Male tiger kills female during herding introduction at Tacoma Zoo | Washington News
TACOMA, Wash. (AP) – A female Sumatran tiger at the Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium in Tacoma has died after another tiger attacked her ... -
Biden Says Debt Limit Must Be Raised Due To Trump’s “Reckless” Policies – As Happened | US News
Louisiana’s American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) called on Biden administration to shut down further proliferation of the petrochemical industry in the so-called “Cancer Alley”, ... -
Questions Remain About Washington State’s New LTC Insurance Program
A new state-run insurance program designed to help residents pay for long-term care as they age has raised questions and concerns. In January, workers ... -
‘Obviously partisan’: what lawmakers in southwest Washington say about redistribution
The Washington State Capitol in Olympia. Austin Jenkins / Northwestern News Network When it comes to their own districts, lawmakers in southwest Washington say ... -
Washington State Health Minister Roger Cook wears mask, capacity limits once hard border is lowered
Western Australia may reintroduce masks and capacity limits at reception venues when state borders fall, Health Minister Roger Cook said. Key points: The wearing ... -
To tackle the mental health crisis, invest in proven approaches
We have a mental health crisis in the Northwest, across the country and around the world. The COVID-19 pandemic has created additional challenges for ... -
Afghan evacuees living on US military bases wait months
FORT MCCOY, Wisconsin – In late August, evacuees from Afghanistan began arriving by full buses at the Fort McCoy military base in the Midwest, ... -
Notebook: Faatui Tuitele and the rest of the UW D-line face a formidable challenge against the State of Oregon
CORVALLIS, Oregon – On November 8, 2019, a true freshman named Faatui Tuitele did not play in Washington’s 19-7 road victory in Oregon State. ... -
chamber group raises $ 15,000 to woo workers in Washington | Local News
It is estimated that there are more than 300 unfilled jobs in Washington, according to officials who work at employment and employment agencies. Mike ... -
Rally, March for Abortion Justice in Bellingham, WA
About 500 people chanted “My body, my choice! as women’s rights activists gathered outside Bellingham Town Hall at 2 p.m. on Saturday 2 October ... -
Free Medical, Dental and Vision Clinic Draws Large People to Washington County Fairgrounds | Local
Buffalo dentist Jenna McCune speaks with a patient, who asked not to be named, before starting treatment at RAM’s dental clinic on Saturday at ... -
Grim milestone reached as Covid deaths in US surpass 700,000
Hundreds of thousands of white flags installed in DC, for victims of Covid. Video screenshot Deaths from Covid-19 surpassed 700,000 in the United States ... -
After shocking 2021 season, ending still feels like post-season streak for Washington Nationals
It’s the closest thing we’ll see to playoff baseball in 2021. A year that began with such high hopes that collapsed on the major ... -
Washington’s first TD sparks Webb City victory over Branson | Local sports
WEBB CITY, Mo. – After an unusual 3-2 start to the season, the Webb City Cardinals faced the Branson Pirates on Friday night in ... -
DC Mayor welcomes health care deal for new St. Elizabeths East Hospital
DC Mayor Muriel Bowser has championed a partnership that she says will bring high-quality medical care to the new St. Elizabeths East hospital. The ... -
United States surpasses 700,000 Covid deaths: Johns Hopkins
Published on: 02/10/2021 – 03:16Amended: 02/10/2021 – 03:14 Washington (AFP) Deaths in the United States from Covid-19 topped 700,000 on Friday, according to figures ... -
Nick Brown and Vanessa Waldref confirmed as American lawyers
SEATTLE (AP) – The United States Senate has confirmed two top attorneys for the Department of Justice in Washington state. Nick Brown, former general ... -
former office manager sentenced to 12 months in prison for defrauding Medicaid through dental office | USAO-DC
WASHINGTON – Mahsa Azimirad, the former office manager of Universal Smiles, a Washington, DC-based dental practice, was sentenced today to 12 months in prison ... -
Washington Supreme Court unanimously approves big bank tax
FILE – On May 17, 2018, attorneys specializing in archival photos climb the steps of the Washington Supreme Court building, the Temple of Justice, ... -
Diabetes research center receives $ 4.3 million NIH grant – The Source
The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), awarded $ 4.3 million to renew ... -
Bend shot a suspect accused of the murder of Barry Washington, Jr.
A Facebook photo of Barry Washington, Jr. shared by his mother on social media on August 27, 2021, with a caption wishing him a ... -
Legacy releases unvaccinated staff and braces for impact of emergency care center and lab closures
The Legacy-GoHealth emergency care site in West Linn served as a COVID-19 rapid test center at the end of 2020. It is now closed ... -
Tom’s Two Towns: Tampa, NE buzzes as Brady prepares to return
FOXBOROUGH, Massachusetts – It’s been 633 days since Tom Brady played an NFL game in New England. He left the field on Jan.4, 2020, ... -
Yakima Plans to Revise City Council Districts for First Time Since ACLU Trial | Elections
The city of Yakima is considering a redistribution for the first time since a voting rights lawsuit resolved six years ago changed the way ... -
Smith & Wesson leaves northeast after 150 years for Tennessee
Smith & Wesson goes from Massachusetts blue to Tennessee red. The gun company, which was founded in 1856, would move its headquarters from Springfield, ... -
The best and worst states to have a baby
There are many factors to consider when choosing a place to live, such as job opportunities, cost of living, and local politics. But people ... -
October Travel Deals | Washingtonian (DC)
The historic Virginia Hotel is one block from Cape May Beach. Photo courtesy of Cape Resorts. Stylish stay Or: Fairmont Washington, DC Georgetown, 2401 ... -
A half century ago the lights went out on baseball in Washington
Fifty years ago, on September 30, 1971, Dick Bosman took the mound to preside over a vigil. Washington baseball fans had gathered at RFK ... -
COVID-19 Deaths Much Higher in Republican Washington Counties, Analysis Finds
COVID-19’s “fifth wave” death toll hits Republican counties in Washington much harder than Democrats, new analysis shows. As of this week, the death rate ... -
West Virginia coal industry grapples with impact of climate crisis
Clean energy is unlikely to replace all of the lost coal and fossil fuel jobs in West Virginia, he added. But it can help ... -
4 ways Karen Bass’s run for mayor will impact Washington
WASHINGTON – Representative Karen Bass (D-Los Angeles) ‘s official announcement on Monday that she is running for mayor shook the race to lead California’s ... -
Electric Cars and Underwater Mining: Is It Really Good for the Planet?
II’ve never been there, but reliable sources tell me that the bottoms of the deepest parts of the ocean are covered with what are ... -
Seattle health data startup Truveta secures investment from Microsoft, forms partnership
Truveta CEO Terry Myerson. (Photo Truveta) Based in Seattle Truveta will leverage Microsoft’s Azure cloud platform to analyze health data in a new partnership ... -
Washington Spirit sanctioned by NWSL; coach fired
Washington Spirit coach Richie Burke has been fired following an investigation into alleged violations of the National Women’s Soccer League’s anti-harassment policy. The team ... -
Washington State Must Get Into Transportation
For more than a year, governments, healthcare providers, community-based nonprofits and businesses in Washington have been responding to the public health and economic challenges ... -
What they’re watching: HMA’s Dr Marc Avery discusses integrated care – State of Reform
In this issue of “What They Are Watching,” Marc Avery, MD, director of Health Management Associates (HMA), explains what integrated care means to him ... -
Washington County, Virginia MPs Arrest 2 People Charged With Methamphetamine | WJHL
ABINGDON, Va. (WJHL) – Authorities found large amounts of cash, methamphetamine and prescription drugs in a house after two people were arrested in southwest ... -
Georgia Congressional District plan could help GOP win seat
ATLANTA –An initial proposal to redesign Georgia’s congressional districts appears to give Republicans a better chance of winning a suburban Atlanta congressional district now ... -
DC buildings create more outdoor amenities amid COVID – Business Observer
Washington, DC developers and owners are joining those in other commercial markets in finding ways to get people to return to the office in ... -
The number of COVID hospitals improves in Washington state
SEATTLE Washington state officials said Monday that COVID-19 hospital admission rates “looked better,” but hospitalizations still remain high. Cassie Sauer, CEO of the Washington ... -
Part of Washington County Jail Quarantined After Small COVID-19 Outbreak | Local News
A section of the Washington County jail housing inmates is in quarantine after several women tested positive for COVID-19 in a small outbreak earlier ... -
US Environment Agency urged by 21 states to toughen rewrite of vehicle emissions
Signage is visible at the headquarters of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in Washington, DC, United States, on May 10, 2021. REUTERS ... -
The number of COVID hospitals improves in Washington state | Washington News
SEATTLE (AP) – Authorities in Washington state said Monday that COVID-19 hospital admission rates “looked better” but hospitalizations still remain high. Cassie Sauer, CEO ... -
WA’s plastic bag ban begins October 1, adds bag fee
Single-use plastic bags, like those commonly found in grocery stores, are banned under a new Washington state law that comes into effect on October ... -
Federal officials urged to end state funding for wildlife management in response to extreme wolf destruction programs
WASHINGTON – State gaming agencies could lose a substantial portion of their budgets to eradicate their wolf populations under a proposal presented by the ... -
SCOTUS abortion cases could affect GOP in midterm elections
WASHINGTON After decades of fighting the Roe v. Wade, the Conservatives scored two major victories this month when the United States Supreme Court allowed ... -
Find out how North Carolina experiences drought conditions
Almost a third of Americans have experienced a weather disaster this summer, giving them firsthand experience of a future of extreme hurricanes, wildfires, storms ... -
OKs flat advice for a new apartment development | Local News
Plans for a 310-unit apartment complex in Washington took a major step forward on Monday as Washington City Council unanimously approved the preliminary development ... -
Washington City Police Chief selected for Distinguished International Leadership Award – St George News
Composite image with background photo of IgorIgorevich and overlay of Washington City Police Chief Jason Williams, Washington City, Utah, date unspecified | Photo overlaid ... -
Health unions say Washington hospitals are “on the brink of crisis”
Washington hospitals have spent the last month enduring the biggest wave of COVID-19 cases to date, and the increase is prompting healthcare workers’ unions ... -
EPA rule severely limits HFCs, other gases used as refrigerants | Business
WASHINGTON – In what authorities call a key step in the fight against climate change, the Environmental Protection Agency is severely limiting the national ... -
Two nurses from Mary Washington Healthcare named heroes, honored for their work | Health, Med. & Fitness
Dressed in her red superhero cape, nurse Becky McLaughlin prepares to throw the first pitch during a recent Fredericksburg Nationals game. Eileen Dohmann helps ... -
Pawn helps Utah rally with Washington 24-13
SALT LAKE CITY TJ Pledger rushed for 117 yards and the go-ahead touchdown as Utah came back from behind to beat Washington State 24-13 ... -
COVID-19: More than 11.2 million vaccines have been distributed in Washington. This is the number that the state has actually distributed
2021-09-25 It has now been 40 weeks since the first shipments of the COVID-19 vaccine were sent to states, launching the largest vaccination campaign ... -
Two people from Benton, Franklin in hospital with West Nile virus
Two people from the Tri-Cities area have been diagnosed with West Nile virus, the Benton Franklin Health District announced Friday. The two new cases ... -
Tribe takes milestone to resume whaling off Washington
CORRECT DECISION DATE – FILE – In this May 17, 1999 file photo, two Makah Indian whalers stand on top of the carcass of ... -
DC event pushes attendees to choose their path, complete District Hunt | WDVM25 and DCW50
WASHINGTON (WDVM) – A DC nonprofit focused on community gathering and awareness through play is hosting a scavenger hunt this weekend. The District Hunt ... -
Washington Medical Commission Can Now Discipline Doctors Who Spread COVID-19 Misinformation
Doctors and medical assistants who spread misinformation about COVID-19 in Washington could face disciplinary action. This is after actions taken this week by the ... -
DC Cops Charged With Murder, Obstructing Death Of Hylton-Brown
Federal grand jury indicted Metropolitan Police Department officer Terence sutton on charges of second degree murder and obstructing the death of a 20-year-old Karon ... -
UPDATE 2-US grants licenses to increase aid flow to Afghanistan despite sanctions
(A spokesperson adds that the United States has not reduced the pressure of sanctions on the Taliban leadership) By Daphné Psaledakis UNITED NATIONS, Sept. ... -
Even in the greenest places, phasing out natural gas isn’t easy
Buildings are a formidable source of pollution that warms the planet: their use of fossil fuels represents nearly a tenth of American emissions – ... -
Washington state eviction protections extended through October 31
A sign directs motorists to a COVID-19 testing site on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, in Tukwila, Washington, south of Seattle. (AP Photo / Ted ... -
New rules help open WA’s pot industry to those with criminal records
Right now, a past felony conviction may be enough to prevent people from getting a license they need to grow, process, or sell cannabis ... -
US EPA assesses chemical recycling regulations
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 (Reuters) – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency plans to regulate chemical recycling, a controversial technology that aims to convert mixed plastic ... -
Washington chasing first Buffalo win since 1987
Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) raises his arms at the end of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins on Sunday, September ... -
Southwest Virginia COVID Case Rate Now Higher than Northeast Tennessee | WJHL
Area hospitalization, death rate for September well above state average RICHMOND, Va. (WJHL) – The rate of spread of the COVID community in southwestern ...
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