FBI investigating lasers pointed at aircraft
The FBI is warning about a dramatic rise in lasers being pointed at planes as they land at Sea-Tac and Spokane International Airport.
The FBI is warning about a dramatic rise in lasers being pointed at planes as they land at Sea-Tac and Spokane International Airport.
Laser attacks surge at Seattle, Spokane airports — FBI investigating
Laser strikes can interfere with pilots' ability to land safely, potentially causing midair collisions or other incidents, and are considered a federal offense with penalties including up to five years in prison and a $250,000 fine.
Laser strikes can interfere with pilots' ability to land safely, potentially causing midair collisions or other incidents, and are considered a federal offense with penalties including up to five years in prison and a $250,000 fine.
Cartel kingpin found guilty in drug trafficking charges
A federal jury has found Luis Esquivel-Bolanos, a 45-year-old from Guerrero, Mexico, guilty of serious drug trafficking charges. This verdict comes after a trial that revealed his involvement in a major drug operation linked to the notorious Jalisco Cartel.
A federal jury has found Luis Esquivel-Bolanos, a 45-year-old from Guerrero, Mexico, guilty of serious drug trafficking charges. This verdict comes after a trial that revealed his involvement in a major drug operation linked to the notorious Jalisco Cartel.
Driest January in decades, federal funding freeze raise alarm for WA wildfires
Without federal grants, Washington's wildfire defenses could be left in ashes.
Without federal grants, Washington's wildfire defenses could be left in ashes.
3 WA cities named among 'fastest growing' in US, according to report
The study tracks one-way moving trends across the country, showing where people are moving in search of affordability, job opportunities and quality of life.
The study tracks one-way moving trends across the country, showing where people are moving in search of affordability, job opportunities and quality of life.
WA child rape suspect arrested in Oregon after months-long manhunt
A child rape suspect who fled Washington state was arrested in Oregon following a nearly four-month manhunt.
A child rape suspect who fled Washington state was arrested in Oregon following a nearly four-month manhunt.
What is 'zombie deer' brain disease and how did it end up in WA?
Washington's first case of chronic wasting disease, also called "zombie deer disease," has been confirmed in a white-tailed deer.
Washington's first case of chronic wasting disease, also called "zombie deer disease," has been confirmed in a white-tailed deer.
ACLU sues Spokane over anti-homeless laws after landmark Supreme Court ruling
The American Civil Liberties Union sued the city of Spokane on Thursday, alleging that its anti-camping laws violate the state constitution.
The American Civil Liberties Union sued the city of Spokane on Thursday, alleging that its anti-camping laws violate the state constitution.
7 officers hurt in high-speed chase in WA
Caught on camera: A high-speed police chase ended in a serious crash that injured seven police officers in Spokane, Washington.
Caught on camera: A high-speed police chase ended in a serious crash that injured seven police officers in Spokane, Washington.
Battle in Seattle returns in December 2024; Gonzaga to face Kentucky
The Battle in Seattle is back — the Gonzaga Bulldogs face the Kentucky Wildcats at Climate Pledge Arena this December, and tickets go on sale this week.
The Battle in Seattle is back — the Gonzaga Bulldogs face the Kentucky Wildcats at Climate Pledge Arena this December, and tickets go on sale this week.
WA judge dismisses COVID lawsuit from John Stockton, RFK Jr.
A Washington federal judge dismissed a lawsuit filed by NBA Hall of Famer John Stockton and Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. over the state's COVID-19 policies.
A Washington federal judge dismissed a lawsuit filed by NBA Hall of Famer John Stockton and Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. over the state's COVID-19 policies.
2 injured in downtown Spokane shooting, halting annual parade
Spokane Police are investigating a shooting that broke out downtown during the annual Lilac Parade, leaving two injured.
Spokane Police are investigating a shooting that broke out downtown during the annual Lilac Parade, leaving two injured.
Plane makes emergency landing, takes off from Spokane freeway
A Spokane freeway briefly turned into a runway after a plane made an emergency landing and later took off from the North Spokane Corridor.
A Spokane freeway briefly turned into a runway after a plane made an emergency landing and later took off from the North Spokane Corridor.
Craft Beer Conflict: WA breweries clash over ‘Big Juicy’ trademark
A legal battle is brewing between two of Washington's most beloved beer brands over the rights to the name “Big Juicy.”
A legal battle is brewing between two of Washington's most beloved beer brands over the rights to the name “Big Juicy.”
Semi Bird receives WA GOP endorsement at Spokane convention
Gubernatorial candidate Semi Bird celebrated his endorsement from the Washington State Republican Party with his supporters at the WA GOP Convention in Spokane.
Gubernatorial candidate Semi Bird celebrated his endorsement from the Washington State Republican Party with his supporters at the WA GOP Convention in Spokane.
Police confirm 'clearly audible' racial slur aimed at Utah team
The Coeur d’Alene Police Department said Wednesday in a Facebook post that it is working to determine the "context and conduct" associated with the slur's use to determine if there was a violation of law. Police said they are still reviewing evidence from the March 21 incidents, but it appears that a racial slur was used more than once.
The Coeur d’Alene Police Department said Wednesday in a Facebook post that it is working to determine the "context and conduct" associated with the slur's use to determine if there was a violation of law. Police said they are still reviewing evidence from the March 21 incidents, but it appears that a racial slur was used more than once.
Racial slurs used against Utah basketball team: Detectives
After combing through hours of security footage, police in Idaho have confirmed racial slurs were used against the Utah women's basketball team while they were in town.
After combing through hours of security footage, police in Idaho have confirmed racial slurs were used against the Utah women's basketball team while they were in town.
MI State Rep. slammed for Gonzaga 'illegal invaders' post
Michigan State Rep. Matt Maddock (R) falsely accused the Gonzaga University men's basketball team of being "illegal invaders" when he posted a photo of a plane landing at the Detroit Metro Airport on Wednesday night.
Michigan State Rep. Matt Maddock (R) falsely accused the Gonzaga University men's basketball team of being "illegal invaders" when he posted a photo of a plane landing at the Detroit Metro Airport on Wednesday night.
MI Republican Rep. Maddock slammed for Gonzaga 'Illegal Invaders' comment
Michigan Rep Matt Maddock falsely accused the Gonzaga men's basketball team of being "Illegal Invaders" when he posted a photo of a plane landing in Detroit on Wednesday.
Michigan Rep Matt Maddock falsely accused the Gonzaga men's basketball team of being "Illegal Invaders" when he posted a photo of a plane landing in Detroit on Wednesday.
Utah experienced 'racial hate crimes' during NCAA Tournament
Utah coach Lynne Roberts said her team experienced a series of "racial hate crimes" after arriving at its first NCAA Tournament hotel and was forced to change accommodation during the event for safety concerns.
Utah coach Lynne Roberts said her team experienced a series of "racial hate crimes" after arriving at its first NCAA Tournament hotel and was forced to change accommodation during the event for safety concerns.