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July 5, 2023

Brush fire in Washington state threatens hundreds of homes, prompts evacuations in Mason County

The McEwan fire ignited Tuesday just miles from Shelton, Washington, and has so far burned about 250 acres as firefighters work to contain the blaze.

July 3, 2023

Colleges begin to use vending machines to sell morning-after pill as more states restrict abortion

As abortion restrictions become more common in the United States, college campuses are using vending machines to sell the morning-after pill and pregnancy tests.

June 30, 2023

Meth pipe valentines? Harm reduction advocates, critics at odds over best way to help drug users

Critics say billboards encouraging safe drug use and holiday cards with meth pipes send a "terribly wrong message." But harm reduction advocates say they save lives.

June 30, 2023

Hospitals in this state are no longer required to report all substance-exposed babies

Washington hospitals no longer have to report all drug-exposed babies to protective services in an effort to reduce stigma against addiction and improve newborn care.

June 29, 2023

MMA fighter Cris Lencioni suffered brain damage after going into cardiac arrest, wife reveals

The wife of MMA fighter Cris Lencioni told MMA Fighting the rising star suffered a brain injury after he went into cardiac arrest earlier this month while training for a fight.

June 29, 2023

Seattle homeowner uses samurai sword to fight off pitchfork-wielding burglar

A pitchfork-wielding burglary suspect was arrested Sunday after being bested in a battle with a homeowner using a samurai sword in a Seattle neighborhood.

June 29, 2023

'Armed dispute' resolved at Seattle fitness center after SWAT arrests gunman, clears building: police

A 42-year-old man is facing multiple charges after allegedly holding another man at gunpoint at a Gold's Gym in Seattle, Washington, following a dispute, police said.

June 28, 2023

New orca calf spotted near British Columbia, first new sighting in the pod since 2021

A new orca calf has been spotted in a pod of endangered killer whales near Tofino, British Columbia. The pod has not had a baby calf since 2021.

June 27, 2023

Bryan Kohberger judge issues warning to media at start of hearing on Idaho student murders

A judge is expected to rule on several motions to compel discovery materials in the case against University of Idaho student stabbing suspect Bryan Kohberger.

June 27, 2023

Washington to begin deducting payroll taxes to finance new long-term care plan

A new long-term care tax aimed at benefiting Washington residents suffering from certain illnesses such as lupus and dementia will take effect July 1.