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Proposed toll rates for new bistate bridge advance to state commissions

A subcommittee for the Interstate Bridge Replacement Program to construct a new Interstate 5 Bridge across the Columbia River from Vancouver to Portland has adopted recommended tolling scenarios for consideration by the Washington and Oregon Transportation Commissions.

State agency: Repealing Climate Commitment Act means billions in lost revenue

The Washington State Office of Financial Management has released its fiscal impact statement on Initiative 2117, the measure to prohibit state agencies from implementing a cap-and-trade program and repeal the 2021 Climate Commitment Act.

‘From Hiroshima to Hope’ event set for Aug. 6

Candle-lit lanterns will spark hope at From Hiroshima to Hope, Seattle’s annual lantern-floating peace ceremony, on Tuesday evening, August 6 at Green Lake.

Get Growing: Cutting-edge French gardens

I recently returned from a wonderful trip combining France and Italy, reveling in food, history, art, and of course – gardens. In nearly every place we stopped, there were creative, delightful plantings that appreciated and supported nature in a myriad of ways.

Washington energy choice initiative officially qualifies for the November ballot

Initiative 2066 to protect energy choices like natural gas has officially qualified for the November ballot, according to the Washington Secretary of State's Office.

Savvy Senior: How extreme heat affects seniors: Tips to stay safe

I work for a county health department and every summer we’re seeing more and more seniors get sick and even die from heat-related illiness. Can you write an awarness piece on the affects extreme heat has on older adults, and what they can do to guard against this summertime risk. Thanks for helping keep seniors safe!

Taste Food: An indoor-outdoor recipe for easy summer eating

This dish is the epitome of summer. It highlights peak seasonal produce, is easy to assemble and quick to cook. The method is simple: Briny olives and salty feta simmer in a puddle of squidgy roasted tomatoes and sweet bell peppers.

Innovative fish passage meant to revive Yakima River Basin salmon opens in Cle Elum

U.S. Department of the Interior Secretary Deb Haaland was in Cle Elum, Wash., Wednesday to highlight federally funded salmon restoration projects.

Washington gray wolves to remain classified as an endangered species

The Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission has decided not to change the endangered species status of gray wolves in the state.

Four candidates vie for open city council seat

There is a Seattle City Council seat on the ballot even though this is an even year. Four people have answered the call to run for public office: Tariq Yusuf, Saunatina Sanchez, Alexis Mercedes Rinck, and Tanya Woo.

Bumbershoot, Amazon donating food from this year’s festival

Bumbershoot Arts & Music Festival and Amazon have revealed plans for “Bumbershoot Gives Back, Powered by Amazon,” an initiative that will donate 90,000 pounds of food to local food banks and connect fans with meaningful opportunities to improve their communities. Participating fans can receive Bumbershoot tickets and exclusive merchandise.

Bayview’s upcoming project

We are excited about upcoming window and deck improvements to Bayview that will bring new energy-saving benefits to our building. As some of you may know, Bayview, a nonprofit Life Plan Community, opened its doors to its first residents in April 1961.

Washington's fuel prices plunge at the third-fastest rate in America

Washington's gas prices fell at the third-fastest rate in the past year in the United States, a new study finds. Coupon site Bountii analyzed data from AAA Gas Prices on the average cost of a gallon of regular fuel, midgrade fuel, premium fuel, and diesel in 474 cities across America on June 10th, 2023,

A cut of meat you need to meet

The top sirloin cap is a cut of meat that you may not be familiar with. It's also called coulotte and is known as picanha in Brazilian churrasco cuisine. It's a tender cut of meat that sits on top of the sirloin, with a large fat cap that is essential to its flavor, especially when grilled.

State council preparing to expand clean energy project, per Inslee's request

The state Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council is moving forward with potential changes to the certification agreement for the Horse Heaven wind farm project after Gov. Jay Inslee sent it back requesting it be expanded.