17+ hour, 20+ min ago  (255+ words) OLYMPIA, Wash. " State education leaders said the debate over transitional kindergarten funding was still unfolding after the state approved a 25% funding cut. The Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction said the reduction was recently approved by Governor Bob Ferguson....

1+ day, 23+ hour ago  (389+ words) April is Fraud Prevention Month, and new data shows nearly four in 10 people have already experienced fraud. Kay Tomlinson with AARP Washington says AI has supercharged scams, making fraudsters more believable and efficient while allowing them to target multiple people…...

6+ day, 18+ hour ago  (278+ words) OLYMPIA, Wash. " The Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) announced a 25% state funding cut, approved after a proposal by Gov. Ferguson, will reduce access to Transition to Kindergarten for the 202627 school year. 157 school districts across Washington operated the program…...

2+ week, 2+ day ago  (145+ words) WASHINGTON " A new law will allow eligible Washington residents to exempt a portion of their property taxes starting in 2027. Washington residents 61 and older who make under a certain amount in disposable income can have a portion of their property tax…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago  (243+ words) WASHINGTON " The Washington Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is raising concerns over a proposed funding cut that could impact waterway safety. The Vessel Removal Program, which helps remove neglected and abandoned boats from waterways, is at risk. Commissioner of Public…...

2+ mon, 3+ week ago  (123+ words) The CDC has reported fewer flu-related hospitalizations and doctor visits during the week that ended on January 17. However, many areas are still experiencing moderate to very high flu activity levels. Listen Live! to Dave and Molly! Dave & Molly Monday - Friday…...

5+ mon, 4+ hour ago  (220+ words) After a 43-day government shutdown, which was the longest on record, federal agencies and national museums have begun to reopen their doors to the public. WASHINGTON, D. C. " The federal government reopened its agencies, and many national museums began welcoming visitors again…...

6+ mon, 4+ week ago  (374+ words) WASHINGTON, DC " Congresswoman Kim Schrier (WA-08) and Congressman Dan Newhouse (WA-04) introduced a bipartisan bill to enhance conservation efforts in Washington state." According to a release by Congresswoman Schrier, The ENABLE Conservation Act strives to increase farmer participation in the…...

9+ mon, 3+ week ago  (588+ words) Update on 5: 35 p. m. Spokane County Fire District 3 has downgraded to Level 1 Evacuation for residents living east of Keeney Road between Washington Road and the 14400 block of Keeney Road. This includes residents living on Rosa Butte Lane and Simms Lane. People living…...