Major disaster declaration sought for Spokane wildland fires
(The Center Square) – Three congressional members from Washington state are urging President Biden to support Gov. Jay Inslee’s request for a “major disaster...
Spokane Valley eyes formation of transportation benefit district
(The Center Square) – Spokane Valley city officials have scheduled an Oct. 17 public hearing to consider formation of a local transportation benefit district.
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Newhouse chides Biden administration on Columbia River salmon memo
(The Center Square) – U.S. Rep. Dan Newhouse, R-Wash., says a memorandum released last week by the Biden Administration on restoring salmon and other...
Wilkerson, Plese debate qualifications for Spokane City Council president
(The Center Square) – Topics of crime, homelessness, support for police, and ballot propositions were key points in a debate Thursday between Betsy Wilkerson...
Washington’s minimum wage rises to $16.28 next year, already nation’s highest
(The Center Square) – Minimum wage workers in Washington will be getting a raise – and employers will be paying more – in 2024.
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