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18+ hour, 24+ min ago  (108+ words) The Washington State Department of Health reports that cases of influenza have increased significantly since the start of February. Between October 2025 and February 2026, 106 influenza-associated deaths were reported in Washington. Officials say the majority of deaths were either elderly or had…...

18+ hour, 28+ min ago  (342+ words) TACOMA, Wash. " Tacoma is rolling out a welcome mat along Ruston Way for purple martins. The dark purple and blue birds are North America's largest swallows and have historically had a thriving colony nest along the shoreline in the spring....

21+ hour, 2+ min ago  (569+ words) WASHINGTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WJHL) " With the deadline to file papers to run in the May primary closing on Thursday at noon, Washington County Democrats are pleased with their progress in placing a candidate in nearly every county commission race. To…...

22+ hour, 42+ min ago  (241+ words) Washington has not yet filled Dougherty's role. No offensive coordinator has been listed on the university's website for the 2026 season. Dougherty, who last season added the offensive coordinator title after serving as the Huskies' passing game coordinator and quarterbacks coach…...

1+ day, 3+ hour ago  (368+ words) Tacoma's Lincoln District will hold its annual Lunar New Year celebration on Sunday, Feb. 22. The 2026 event honors the Year of the Horse, a symbol in the Chinese zodiac of independence and resilience. Corresponding with the lunar calendar, each year is…...

1+ day, 8+ hour ago  (453+ words) SEATTLE " Washington state's mountain snowpack is running significantly below normal levels this winter, raising concerns about water supplies heading into summer, though meteorologists say it is too early to declare the season a total loss. Snowpack across the Cascades is…...

2+ day, 13+ hour ago  (285+ words) A highly controversial tax on millionaires is one step closer to becoming law. After nearly four hours of debate Monday, the Washington State Senate voted 27-22 to pass Senate Bill 6346, which would impose a 9.9% tax on Washington residents with more than…...

4+ day, 8+ hour ago  (873+ words) Access to quality senior care in Tacoma improves when placement guidance and reliable transportation work side by side. Beyond Ride, a Tacoma-based provider specializing in wheelchair accessible and senior medical transportation, has long worked with families navigating these moments. The…...

5+ day, 56+ min ago  (923+ words) Last July, the Washington Nationals made Eli Willits the youngest first overall pick ever. With more famous prospects like Ethan Holiday and LSU ace Kade Anderson available, it was a bit of a risky pick. However, after a strong pro…...

6+ day, 19+ hour ago  (1817+ words) The Super Bowl is over and we're starting to get ready for free agency next month, and the draft in April. The Washington Commanders couldn't repeat the success they had in the first year of the Adam Peters/Dan Quinn…...