OLYMPIA - Washington Gov. Jay Inslee is warning of a budget deficit in excess of $10 billion and calling on state agencies to pare spending now to deal with it. A Nov. 8 memo from Inslee’s …

WINTHROP – With significant snow fall forecast through the weekend, the Washington State Department of Transportation will temporarily close State Route 20 North Cascades Highway at 5 p.m., …

EAST WENATCHEE — Amazon has opened a new delivery station in the Wenatchee area, expanding the e-commerce company's logistics network in North Central Washington. The facility, designated …

WENATCHEE — The Wenatchee Valley Humane Society (WVHS) will host its second annual Santa Paws 2K/5K run/walk on Saturday, December 14, along the Apple Capital Loop Trail to raise funds for pets …

Washington State Standard OLYMPIA - Supporters and opponents of a proposal to slash public defender caseloads in Washington made their closing arguments to the state Supreme Court on Wednesday. …

Washington state courts’ computer systems have been down for nearly two weeks, disrupting the operation of local courts and preventing the completion of thousands of firearm sales. The …

WENATCHEE — The Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest has begun issuing Christmas tree cutting permits for the 2024 holiday season through three purchase options. The U.S. Forest Service …

CASHMERE—Cashmere High School showed its dedication to its students last Wednesday night (Nov. 6) when it held its annual scholarship night. It was a time for seniors to learn more about …

CASHMERE – Local veterans and active duty service members were celebrated and honored by Cashmere students on Nov. 8. “It was awesome. I really appreciate the school and the …

OLYMPIA — The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) is alerting residents to a significant increase in reported cases of pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough. As of November 2, …

WENATCHEE — Chelan County Public Utility District commissioners reviewed a preliminary 2025 budget that emphasizes modernizing hydroelectric facilities and upgrading technology infrastructure, …

WENATCHEE — The NCW Tech Alliance celebrated innovation and technological advancement in North Central Washington during its 23rd Annual Innovator Awards Luncheon, drawing more than 320 …

WENATCHEE — Republican Keith W. Goehner has taken a commanding lead in the race for Washington's 12th District State Senate seat, with strong showings in two of three counties comprising the …

CHELAN COUNTY - Republican Brian Burnett has taken an early lead in the race for Washington state's 12th Legislative District House seat, Position 1, with strong performances in Chelan and Snohomish …

CHELAN COUNTY— Incumbent Chelan County District Court Judge Allen F. Blackmon holds a decisive lead over challenger Jay Eyestone in Tuesday's general election, according to the latest ballot …

CHELAN COUNTY - State Rep. Mike Steele has strengthened his lead in Washington's 12th Legislative District race,  capturing 64.3% of the total vote across all three counties, according to …

CHELAN COUNTY — State Senator Brad Hawkins has won the race for Chelan County Commissioner District 3, defeating challenger Flint Hartwig in a decisive victory. Latest results show Hawkins …

WENATCHEE — Incumbent Randy Smith continues to lead in the race for Chelan County Public Utility District Commissioner District 2, maintaining a strong margin with 63.25% of the vote (18,039 …

OLYMPIA — The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission will convene virtually on November 13 to discuss several key initiatives, including land transfer and park planning efforts across …

CHELAN COUNTY - Republican Brian Burnett is currently leading the race for State Representative Position 1 in Washington's 12th Legislative District, with strong support from rural counties balancing …