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WATCH LIVE: Harris speaks from site where Washington crossed the Delaware with GOP supporters

Expected to talk about upholding the Constitution and defending patriotism, Vice President Kamala Harris will be accompanied by former U.S. Rep. Adam Kinzinger, R-Ill., and other GOP officials who have rejected Trump and argue he is a threat to American democracy.

As housing crisis ravages Washington, a state agency says it needs $1.2 billion to address the problem

Ron Smith hangs a dropped ceiling in the basement at the Family Promise shelter at 2002 E. Mission Avenue in 2022. The Washington Department of Commerce released a five-year plan to address homelessness on Tuesday. (Jesse Tinsley/The Spokesman-Review)

Is Washington’s largest volcano, dormant for thousands of years, waking up? Recent Mount Adams seismic activity sparks concern

Mount Adams, Washington's largest volcano, shows increased seismic activity. The USGS installs seismic stations to monitor the situation, citing concerns over lahars and landslides.

Building a new Washington Bridge won't start until next summer. Completion date? Unknown.

The DOT hoped to have demolition completed by next January. Now, it's going to take until the end of next year.

Washington welcomes Kevin Rudd’s hardline views on Xi Jinping

Depicting China’s leader as an aggressive ideologue could help the former Australian prime minister in his ambassadorial role following the US election.

Navy aircraft crashes in Washington near Mount Rainier; 2 aboard missing: Reports

The whereabouts of two Navy crew members remain unknown after their fighter jet crashed Tuesday east of Mount Rainier in Washington state, according to reports. A U.S. Navy EA-18G Growler was on a routine training flight when it crashed, multiple outlets ...

WNBA Mock Draft: 3 options the Washington Mystics should consider if they win the No. 1 pick

Washington have one lottery pick but they hurt their lottery position by going on a playoff push late into the season. Right now the Mystics hold a 10.4 percent of getting the first overall pick however if Washington gets its luck and finds themselves at No. 1 here are some players they should target.

Top 5 all-time Washington Wizards' rebounding leaders

The Wizards’ list of top rebounders in franchise history is full of Hall of Famers headlined by Wes Unseld’s 13,769 boards.

Iowa high school football 2024: Gazette-area Week 8 games to watch

No playoff ramifications here: Iowa Valley has wrapped up the District 6 title, and Belle Plaine is the District 7 runner-up. But it’s a great warmup test for the postseason for both teams. Iowa Valley leads the class in scoring offense at 70 points per game, and Belle Plaine has a very good defense, allowing 17.7 points per contest.

Meet the candidates running for Senate District 46 in Johnson, Iowa and Washington counties

Incumbent Dawn Driscoll and challenger Ed Chabal share their thoughts on the priorities for the state ahead of the Iowa Senate elections this fall.

U.S. court rulings signal openness to lawsuits accusing foreign officials of abuses

A U.S. court has given two top associates of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman until early November to turn over any evidence in a lawsuit.

Here's what to know about voting in November's general election

WASHINGTON STATE — More than 4.9 million voters in Washington state have registered to vote in the general election on Nov. 5.

Nats' No. 13 prospect among Washington's Fall League crew

Robert Hassell III hopes the third time is the charm. It’s right there in his name. The Nationals’ No. 13 prospect is in his third Arizona Fall League campaign this autumn (this time with Salt River),

Washington Bridge replacement faces another delay as R.I. launches new search for contractors

In a news conference Tuesday morning, Governor Dan McKee declined to give an estimate for when the new bridge on I-195 West will reopen. A tentative contract is not slated to be awarded until June 2025.

SEC, Big Ten considering blockbuster scheduling agreement for college football's new frontier

The SEC and Big Ten are considering a blockbuster scheduling agreement that would create marquee games and align conferences for new TV revenue deals.

Washington Co., Tenn. students return to class after flooding devastates the area

The South Central community was one of the hardest hit areas of Washington County during flooding brought by Hurricane Helene, with dozens of homes washed

This Mind-Bending 2020 Film Starring Denzel Washington's Son Is Massively Underrated and Definitely Deserves a Rewatch

Tenet' starring John David Washington was heavily criticized at the time of its release and affected by the events of Covid. In the years since, people have become more open to giving it a rewatch. Here is my review.

Dan Quinn confirms Jonathan Allen out for season with torn pec

Commanders defensive lineman Jonathan Allen is indeed out for the rest of 2024. Washington head coach Dan Quinn confirmed in his Monday news conference that Allen suffered a torn pectoral muscle in Sunday’s loss to the Ravens.

Report: Commanders suffer massive loss as star DT's injury leads to 'worst possible outcome'

The former 17th overall pick made back-to-back Pro Bowls in 2021 and 2022 and led Washington in quarterback hits last season.

2024 good for most but not all Washington agriculture products

Washington, and more specifically the Columbia Basin, is known for its impact in agriculture, growing millions of pounds of apples, wheat, potatoes and other food. "We aren't the best, we're just blessed,

Election 2024: Voters guide for Pennsylvania and the Lehigh Valley

Pa. election 2024: A complete guide to the candidates for attorney general For auditor general, voters have five candidates to choose from. The position serves as Pennsylvania’s fiscal watchdog,

3rd Congressional District: Adam Frisch

Frisch, a former Aspen City Council member, is the Democratic candidate to fill outgoing Rep. Lauren Boebert’s seat.

Origin of Columbus Day: Here's Why Americans Really Started Celebrating the Holiday

In 1937, President Franklin D. Roosevelt made Columbus Day a federal holiday at the urging of prominent Italian American leaders, such as Generoso Pope in New York City, and Catholic lobbying groups, such as the Knights of Columbus. And so Columbus Day became an official holiday on the American calendar.

A Political Misdiagnosis

Democrats imagined that they would become the majority party as America became more racially diverse. It’s not working out that way.

Kash Patel: The Magical Rise of a Self-Described ‘Wizard’ in Trump World

The MAGA loyalist Mr. Patel aims to run the C.I.A. if Donald Trump wins the presidency. But critics say his swagger masks deep inexperience.

Jackson outduels Daniels and Henry runs for two TDs as Ravens beat Commanders 30-23

The result was a dominant offensive performance as Jackson outshined rookie Jayden Daniels in a showdown between two of the NFL’s best quarterbacks with 323 yards passing and 40 more rushing, and the Baltimore Ravens beat the Washington Commanders 30-23 on Sunday for their fourth consecutive victory.

The Breakdown: Brown's Five Thoughts on Ravens Offense, Win vs. Commanders

Baltimore’s offense is humming in harmony. Putting hits on Jayden Daniels was a priority for Baltimore’s defense. A four-game winning streak has the Ravens back among the AFC heavyweights.

Lamar Jackson bests Jayden Daniels in QB battle, Ravens hold off Commanders

Jackson outshined the rookie in a showdown between two of the NFL's best quarterbacks, while Derrick Henry ran for two TDs.

The Book Report: Washington Post critic Ron Charles (October 13)

The "Sunday Morning" book reviewer offers his suggestions for fall reading, including new novels by Richard Powers, Rachel Kushner and Danzy Senna.

Jackson outduels Daniels, Henry runs for two TDs as Ravens beat Commanders

Lamar Jackson found Mark Andrews for the tight end’s first touchdown of the season and completed nine passes to Zay Flowers for 132 yards — all in the first half.

San Diego State vs. Washington State Football Tickets, How to Watch & Game Info - Oct. 26

How to watch the San Diego State Aztecs vs. Washington State Cougars October 26 college football game with tickets, start time, TV channel and live streaming information.

Best of the West rankings: Washington falls as Washington State rises

Oregon continues to hold the top spot in Jon Wilner's Best of the West rankings, while UW fell a spot after its loss and the Cougs shot up after their win.

Ravens vs. Commanders live updates: Inactives, game prediction, pick, spread, odds, where to watch

It may be the game of the week. This Sunday, two of the most electric quarterbacks in the NFL face off in Baltimore, as Lamar Jackson and the Ravens host Jayden Daniels and the Washington Commanders. This is a matchup featuring the top two rushing offenses in the league, and the top two scoring offenses. Expect fireworks.

US will send an air defense battery and American troops to Israel to bolster defenses against Iran

The Pentagon says the United States will send a Terminal High Altitude Area Defense battery and troops to to Israel.

I flew on a British Airways A380 in economy and premium economy. Upgrading isn't really worth it.

Touches of luxury in British AIrways' World Traveller Plus didn't feel like a huge upgrade as the A380 upper deck has plenty of space even in economy.

News media don’t run elections. Why do they call the winners?

State and local governments do run and administer American elections, including the race for president. They are responsible for counting the votes and maintaining the official record of who won and by how much.

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