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Dec 21 2025ENVIRONMENT

Washington's Flood Woes: When Politics Threaten Preparedness

Washington state is no stranger to floods, but recent storms have shown just how vulnerable communities can be when vital projects are put on hold. The state had secured millions in federal grants to protect homes and move people away from flood-prone areas. However, the Trump administration's attem

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Dec 18 2025POLITICS

Washington's Coal Plant Conundrum: A Clash of State and Federal Powers

Washington state officials are fuming over a federal order that forces a coal plant to stay open. The Department of Energy, led by President Trump, has told TransAlta to keep running its Centralia coal plant. This goes against a state law that says coal power must stop by the end of the year. The o

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Dec 14 2025ENVIRONMENT

Washington's Tough Choice: Studded Tires or Safe Roads?

Washington state is thinking about saying goodbye to studded tires. These tires have metal spikes that help drivers grip icy roads. But, they also cause a lot of damage to the roads. The Washington State Transportation Commission (WSTC) says these tires cost the state over $20 million in road repair

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Dec 12 2025WEATHER

Washington's Rivers Run Wild: A Crisis Unfolds

Washington state is in the grip of a severe flood crisis. Heavy rain has caused rivers to burst their banks, swallowing homes and roads. The Skagit River, near Seattle, is one of the worst hit areas. Tens of thousands of people have been told to leave their homes. The governor has declared a state o

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Nov 26 2025POLITICS

A New Chapter for Washington, D. C.

Washington, D. C. , is about to see a big change. Mayor Muriel Bowser has decided not to run for another term. This is a huge deal because it's been a while since the city has had a mayoral race without an incumbent. Bowser has been in office since 2015. Before that, she spent over ten years in loc

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Nov 19 2025CELEBRITIES

Post Malone and Ex Reach Agreement on Custody

Post Malone and his ex-fiancée, Hee Sung "Jamie" Park, have finally reached a custody agreement for their 3-year-old daughter. The details are private, but the fact that they settled is a big deal. This wasn't an easy process. Park wanted the case moved to Los Angeles, where child support payments

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Nov 12 2025TECHNOLOGY

When Tech Tools Can't Fix Teamwork Troubles

Teams often find themselves drowning in meetings, yet these gatherings don't always lead to the desired outcomes. It's a classic case of a never-ending loop. The problem isn't the fancy tools they use, but how they use them. For instance, a team in the middle of a complex tech shift tries to rely on

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Nov 11 2025SPORTS

USA's Ryder Cup Struggles: What's Next for Team USA?

Team USA is in a tough spot after losing the 2025 Ryder Cup. Jim Furyk, who helped out as a vice-captain, has some strong thoughts on what needs to change. First off, the team needs to take a good look at themselves. They were way behind early on, and even though they fought hard at the end, it was

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Nov 10 2025CRIME

Washington, D. C. 's Crime Wave Challenges Recent Claims

Washington, D. C. experienced a grim night with three homicides within just six hours. This happened right after President Donald Trump said the city was much safer now. The victims included two young people and one adult. Police are still looking into these cases. The first shooting happened aroun

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Nov 07 2025SPORTS

Jayden Daniels' Injury Update: Good News for Washington Commanders

Washington Commanders fans can breathe a sigh of relief. Star quarterback Jayden Daniels won't need surgery after dislocating his left elbow. Tests showed no ligament damage, which is great news for the team. Daniels got hurt in the fourth quarter of a game against the Seattle Seahawks. He was tack

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