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Washington State wins 91-78 against Missouri State

PULLMAN, Wash. (AP) Isaiah Watts' 20 points helped Washington State defeat Missouri State 91-78 on Saturday night.

Commentary: NASA must hit pause on Project Artemis

The new space race, which pits the U.S. against China, is not simply about who gets there first. It’s about who gets there best.

Commanders playoff picture: Washington's updated chances to make 2024 NFL playoffs in Week 15 vs. Saints

The Commanders had a bye in Week 14, the last possible week this year. While the start of the season was a grind, hopefully, the time off helped to refresh and recharge Washington so that it could make a playoff push.

How to watch Washington Commanders vs. New Orleans Saints: TV channel, streaming info

The New Orleans Saints (5-8) take on the Washington Commanders (8-5) at Caesars Superdome on Sunday, December 15, 2024. Date: Dec. 15 Time: 1 p.m. ET

Denzel Washington apologizes for leaking news of ‘Black Panther 3’

Washington recently spilled the beans about the unconfirmed Marvel film. The studio is known for keeping a tight lid on details about its projects.

2 of Every 3 Abortion Facilities in US Shuttered Since 1990, Report Says

Over 67% of U.S. abortion facilities have closed since 1990, Operation Rescue reports, reflecting a decline in abortion rates.

Trump eyes privatizing US Postal Service, citing financial losses

President-elect Donald Trump has expressed a keen interest in privatizing the US Postal Service, a move that could affect individual users and businesses, and push hundreds of thousands of workers out of the government.

I took a $6.50 ferry to a beautiful nature-filled island near Seattle. I'd recommend it to anyone in the area.

I paid $6.50 to take a ferry to Vashon Island, which is in the Seattle area, for a short trip to a llama farm. It was worth it.

How to watch Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Washington Wizards: NBA live stream info, TV channel, start time, game odds

After a tough defeat on the road their last time out, the Cavaliers look much better today on their home court. They have jumped out to a 86-80 lead against the Wizards. If the Cavaliers keep playing like this,

Ex-Washington State coach returns to college football after firing over vaccine mandate

Former Washington State football coach resurfaces in major college football after firing over vaccine mandate in 2021.

5 years after its legalization in Washington, human composting takes root

Washington became the first state to recognize and regulate human composting as an alternative to burial or cremation.

Bank Groups Sue US Government Bureau Over Overdraft Fees Rule

A new rule that caps overdraft fees at $5 is being challenged by banks who argue that it exceeds the government's authority.

The Celtics have given Kristaps Porzingis a unicorn-sized stage, and he’s enjoying it ‘like crazy’

From his WWE-style entrances in the playoffs to the moment last week when he slapped hands with a fan and raised his arms to pump up the crowd after a foul, Porzingis always seems to be wearing a smile along with his Celtic green jersey.

Washington County accused of welfare fraud

A Washington County woman is accused of welfare fraud. An investigation by the Washington County Department of Social Services determined that Wendy L. Larmon, 56, of Greenwich, failed to report income she was receiving.

China’s Xi is likely to decline Trump’s inauguration invitation, seeing it as too risky to attend

Trump’s incoming press secretary, Karoline Leavitt, confirmed on Thursday that Trump extended an invitation to the Jan. 20 ceremony.

Trump's Cabinet picks: When did this all begin and why

President-elect Trump rapidly released a list of individuals nominated to serve in his new administration. While not all of these appointments are “cabinet level” positions, it is important to understand the history, purpose and makeup of this inner circle of presidential advisors.

One map shows how expensive it is to live across the country

California, Washington, DC, and several states in the Northeast have a high cost of living based on goods and services.

Washington state voters banned gas bans. Now they’re in court.

Environmentalists and local officials say voters were misled about a ballot referendum that protects the gas industry.

Biden signs bill that could make Philly’s Jewish Museum a Smithsonian Institution

The approval will establish a commission that'll study the viability of Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History's ownership transfer

Widow of Dwayne Haskins wants to dismiss lawsuit in new development after QB’s death

Haskins, who played for Washington and Pittsburgh, was struck and killed by a dump truck while walking across a Florida highway in 2022. He was 24 years old.

‘Ice wave’ atop Mount Washington screams surfing time

Weather conditions at the summit of Mount Washington, known for producing some of the most extreme weather on Earth, have seen below-freezing temperatures and whipping winds for the last week or so, creating some rather eye-popping formations.

How to watch Washington Capitals at Columbus Blue Jackets: time, channel

The Washington Capitals will take their show on the road on Thursday night, heading to Columbus, Ohio, to play the Blue Jackets.

Council rejects bringing on Washington law firm to help with water/sewer transition talks

On Tuesday, the council voted 3-3 on a contract with Ice Miller, LLP attorneys to help aid the city in water and sewer compliance talks and transition talks with the EPA and U.S. Department of Justice.

Washington County supervisors pass first reading of ordinance restricting wind turbines

It will be tougher to bring wind farms to rural Washington County if the board of supervisors continues to vote the way it did today on a new ordinance.

Two finalists tapped to compete to build R.I. a new Washington Bridge

Governor McKee refrained from giving a timeline for when a new bridge will open, acknowledging his previous estimates didn’t hold up. “It has been a difficult year for everyone,” he said.

Two rulings: Federal and Washington state judges block Kroger-Albertsons merger

Two judges, one federal and another in Washington state, ruled on Tuesday against Kroger ’s $25 billion takeover bid for Albertsons, granting court orders blocking the deal.

New Washington state law aiming to protect 'vulnerable road users' takes effect Jan. 1

WASHINGTON STATE — Starting January 1, 2025, Washington state will be implementing a new law intended to enhance safety for vulnerable road users such as pedestrians, cyclists, and individuals using personal mobility devices.

In the ‘blue bastion’ of WA, avoid the tyranny of the majority

In a healthy democracy, the majority rules but still respects the needs and desires of the minority. Or at least tries to. That makes for a vital, smoothly functioning community, state or nation despite the inevitable individual and group differences. Compromise, not confrontation.

See all homes sold in Washington County, Dec. 2 to Dec. 8

The following is a listing of all home transfers in Washington County reported from Dec. 2 to Dec. 8. There were 162 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 1,

Best Washington LLC Services In 2024

Finally, most Washington LLCs are required to file a beneficial ownership information (BOI) report to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network within their first 90 days of business. Beginning on January 1, 2025, this filing period will be reduced to 30 days.

Musk’s government-slashing panel set for a flashy start, but it’s a familiar Washington ritual

Elon Musk and his master efficiency plan will have to walk through a graveyard of past attempts to rein in the federal government.

Here Comes the Sun (Bowl): Louisville to face Washington in El Paso New Year's Eve

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) – The University of Louisville’s fourth consecutive bowl trip will be its fourth straight in a distant locale. The Cardinals, who finished the regular season with an 8-4 record, will face Washington in the Tony the Tiger Sun Bowl in El Paso on New Year’s Eve at 2 p.m. on CBS.

Deborah Ann Brooks’s murder case still open 44 years later

Deborah Ann Brooks left her home for the local pharmacy on the evening of November 13, 1980. Her body was found the next day in Waldorf, Maryland. The Charles County Sheriff’s Office is investigating.

You had a hysterectomy. What did the doctor leave behind?

Patients often are in the dark about which organs remain and which were removed — particularly the ovaries, which profoundly influence lifelong health.

Amnesty’s ‘genocide’ game, the Obama CIA’s futile Syria scheme and other commentary

Amnesty International “produced a report accusing Israel of committing genocide in Gaza” — but, sniffs Commentary’s Seth Mandel, “a funny thing happened on the way to the forum.”

Trump says he can't guarantee tariffs won't raise US prices and won't rule out revenge prosecutions

Donald Trump said he can't guarantee that his promised tariffs on key U.S. foreign trade partners won't raise prices for American consumers and he suggested once more that some political rivals and federal officials who pursued legal cases against him should be imprisoned.

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