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Mayor parque eólico del noroeste se reduce a la mitad
Un controvertido parque eólico que iba a ser el mayor de Washington ha sido reducido a la mitad. El proyecto propuesto en las afueras de Tri-Cities ha suscitado preocupación por su impacto sobre los halcones en peligro de extinción y los miradores. Sin embargo, su promotor dijo que estas nuevas restricciones podrían ser perjudiciales para el desarrollo de las energías renovables en el estado. Continue Reading Mayor parque eólico del noroeste se reduce a la mitad
Washington politicians push for federal affordable housing legislation
Washington Democratic Senator Maria Cantwell held a press conference at the Mother Theresa Haven in Spokane, Washington – a 48-unit complex built a few years ago with funding from the… Continue Reading Washington politicians push for federal affordable housing legislation
I-82 closed for more than a week, once it opens a bigger fix looms ahead
Contractor crews working to remove more of the eastbound lane concrete panels. (Credit: WSDOT) Listen Read (Runtime 1:02) The major failing irrigation culverts that run under Interstate-82 between Yakima and… Continue Reading I-82 closed for more than a week, once it opens a bigger fix looms ahead
Dissolving library districts is a hot topic, WA bill could make it harder to do
Young adult books at the Columbia County Library. Some people have requested to move the YA section into the adult section because of what they call “obscene” material in 100… Continue Reading Dissolving library districts is a hot topic, WA bill could make it harder to do
Public health adds porta potties following unhoused residents’ move to Clarkston park
Two portable toilets were installed at Foster Park in Clarkston on Friday morning after some unhoused residents started sleeping at the park following the closure of a homeless camp on February 12th. Continue Reading Public health adds porta potties following unhoused residents’ move to Clarkston park
Bill swap, money talks, and initiative hints: A look at week 6 of WA’s legislative session
By: Jeanie Lindsey, NW News Network With just a few weeks left in this year’s legislative session, Washington lawmakers are starting to unveil budget plans and consider bills in the… Continue Reading Bill swap, money talks, and initiative hints: A look at week 6 of WA’s legislative session
Funding for Northwest tribes to help challenges with housing, climate change
Listen An aerial view of the lower village of Taholah, Washington on the edge of the Pacific Coast. (Credit: Quinault Indian Nation) (Runtime :48) Read New funding from the U.S.… Continue Reading Funding for Northwest tribes to help challenges with housing, climate change
Unhoused residents pack up in Clarkston
Unhoused residents in the Lewiston-Clarkston Valley found bathrooms locked on Foster Park after they moved there from a camp that was closed Monday evening in Clarkston. NWPB’s Rachel Sun reports. Continue Reading Unhoused residents pack up in Clarkston
Keeping a close eye on Tacoma’s water
East of Tacoma, across Highway 18, down a packed gravel road, and behind a locked metal gate, Tacoma Water churns over the Green River. This is the source for most of Tacoma’s drinking water.
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Funny Valentine: Two inseparable Northwest musical performers reflect on their nearly 30-year friendship
Stevie Haberman plays piano with singer Mary Lou Gnoza and Gary Danielson. (Credit: Annie Warren / NWPB) Listen (Runtime 4:33) Read The Emerald of Siam is the night spot for… Continue Reading Funny Valentine: Two inseparable Northwest musical performers reflect on their nearly 30-year friendship
The Boldt Decision’s impact on Indigenous rights, 50 years later
The landmark 1974 case ordered Washington to uphold its treaties, affirm Indigenous salmon fishing rights and recognize Native nations’ sovereignty. Continue Reading The Boldt Decision’s impact on Indigenous rights, 50 years later
Evalúan Consejo Asesor de Inmigración de Bellingham
Un grupo de trabajo en Bellingham ayudará a que el Consejo Asesor de Inmigración, o IAB (por sus siglas en inglés), funcione mejor. La medida llega después de que el Concejo de la ciudad de Bellingham hablara de suspender las próximas reuniones de ese organismo. Continue Reading Evalúan Consejo Asesor de Inmigración de Bellingham
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