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Rep. Peter Abbarno hands his son, Antonio Abbarno, the torch during the Lewis County Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run on Friday, May 31, 2024.

Peter Abbarno: Honoring the duty and sacrifice of Washington’s law enforcement officers

As we recognize National Police Week (May 11-17, 2025), we pause not only to honor the service and sacrifice of law enforcement officers across our country, but also to reflect on the vital role … more

Commentary by state Rep. Peter Abbarno, R-Centralia | 5/13/25

Wyoming miner and local union leader Marshal Cummings, seen here speaking at a press conference announcing new safety regulations, said older miners tend to be old-school union Democrats, but younger ones are much more likely to be supportive of Donald Trump.

A small federal agency was investigating dangers to miners. Then came DOGE

Like his father and his grandfather, Marshal Cummings grew up mining trona, a substance used in everything from glass to pharmaceuticals and baking soda. When he was 22, that meant spending 16-hour … more

Daniel Walters / InvestigateWest | 5/13/25

Abortion services program is in line for steep reduction in Washington state budget

Funding for an abortion care program will be reduced by more than 50% under the state budget plan awaiting Gov. Bob Ferguson’s signature. Washington created the Abortion Access … more

Jacquelyn Jimenez Romero / Washington State Standard | 5/13/25

Washington State Ferries said it would deploy its new electric ferries first on the Mukilteo-Clinton run. The short route is currently served by diesel ferries like the Tokitae, seen here approaching Whidbey Island.

Bids to build new plug-in Washington state ferries come in high

Ferry system managers and state budget writers in Washington took a cold wave over the bow Monday upon opening the bids to construct up to five new hybrid electric ferries. “I don’t … more

Tom Banse / Washington State Standard | 5/13/25

From left, Dana Cordy, Cheri Landers, Jody Stoltz, and Pat Haller place placards on preferred food items for donation at Tenino Food Bank Plus on Tuesday, Aug. 22, at Tenino Market Fresh.

Some Washington state food bank clients getting less as providers stretch supply to cope with cuts

As the pandemic started to subside, Judy Jones figured that demand at the Thurston County Food Bank might plateau. Instead the number of new clients has continued to grow about 6% to 8% each week, … more

Simone Carter / The News Tribune (TNS) | 5/13/25

Abuse survivors defend Washington state law that feds slam as 'anti-Catholic'

Survivors of abuse by clergy members are defending a new Washington law against accusations from the U.S. Department of Justice that it is "anti-Catholic" and worthy of a federal investigation. … more

Shauna Sowersby / The Seattle Times (TNS) | 5/13/25

Captain stayed on boat sinking off Washington state, officials say. He’s been missing for days

A 44-year-old man has been missing for days since he stayed on his sinking fishing boat off Washington, officials said. Jon Stevenson’s vessel started taking on water at about 8:15 a.m. … more

Helena Wegner / Tri-City Herald (TNS) | 5/13/25

Washington state county confirms rare case of mumps in person recently out of country

For the first time in seven years, a Whatcom County resident has a confirmed case of mumps. The case presents no risk to the general public, according to a statement from Whatcom County. Health … more

Jack Belcher / Tri-City Herald (TNS) | 5/13/25

Ferguson signs bill to require speed-limiting devices for habitual speeders in Washington

Some of the state's most habitual speeders will soon be required to install speed-limiting devices in their car. Gov. Bob Ferguson signed legislation Monday requiring intelligent speed … more

Mitchell Roland / The Spokesman-Review (TNS) | 5/13/25

Three Washington state rock climbers dead, one hurt in North Cascades climbing fall

Three King County residents died in a North Cascades rock climbing accident over the weekend when their equipment failed as they rappelled down the side of a steep gully near North Early Winters … more

Caitlyn Freeman / The Seattle Times(TNS) | 5/13/25

Washington state gets just two bids to build new electric ferries, and the prices are in

As the state ferry system struggles to recover from years of diminished service and a lack of boats, just two U.S. shipyards submitted bids Monday to build a new generation of hybrid-electric boats … more

Nicholas Deshais / The Seattle Times (TNS) | 5/13/25

Fight over peacocks ends in gunfire, Oregon officials say. ‘Bock, bock, bock you next’

A dad headed to work intervened as peacocks were being harassed in his neighborhood, and then he was shot at, Oregon officials said. Now, a 25-year-old man accused of opening fire on him is … more

Sara Schilling / The Bellingham Herald (TNS) | 5/13/25

Washington state among best in the country for education, environment in new US News rankings

It might be difficult to quantify what makes a particular U.S. state good or bad, but that didn’t stop U.S. News and World Report from trying. Last week, U.S. News released its annual … more

Daniel Schrager / The Bellingham Herald (TNS) | 5/13/25

Dozens of layoffs expected at Washington State Library amid state, federal reductions

The Washington State Library is bracing for dozens of anticipated layoffs due to a mixture of reduced state and federal funding. Secretary of State Steve Hobbs’ office noted in a Monday … more

Simone Carter / The Bellingham Herald (TNS) | 5/13/25

The outside of Talking Cedar distillery brewery in Rochester on Thursday, June 6.

Washington state breweries just avoided a steep tax increase that’s expected to resurface

Washington’s breweries dodged a financial bullet during this year’s legislative session — one that is likely to return during next year’s session. While a bill seeking to … more

Alyse Smith / The Olympian (TNS) | 5/13/25

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Onalaska opens postseason with victory over Ilwaco

Behind early offense and a stout performance from sophomore Braelyn Babb in the circle, the Loggers secured their spot in the double elimination portion of the Class 2B District 4 tournament with a … more

By The Chronicle staff | 5/12/25

Adna's Danner Hoinowski throws a pitch during Adna's win over Napavine on April 28.

Adna’s Hoinowski earns C2BL baseball MVP Honors

The Adna Pirates were the best baseball team in the C2BL all season long, and on Monday, their catcher and top hitter was named the league’s MVP. Danner Hoinowski earned C2BL MVP honors … more

By The Chronicle staff | 5/12/25

Toledo's Zaya Norberg (6) celebrates as Xtyn Norberg (3) returns to the dugout after hitting an inside-the-park home-run during Toledo's 15-0 win over North Beach in the first round of the 2B District 4 Tournament at Fort Borst Park on May 12.

Toledo breezes past North Beach in district opener

In its first game of the district tournament last spring, Toledo needed nine innings to score its first run in a walk-off win over Ocosta. This time around, the Riverhawks needed just two … more

By Dylan Wilhelm / dylan@chronline.com | 5/12/25

Rainier's Keira Anderson (24) swings at a pitch against Mossyrock at Rainier Elementary School on Monday, March 31.

Anderson, Hallom, Holter share C2BL softball MVP honors

This year’s C2BL softball season was so littered with talent that the MVP couldn’t be just a solo award. Adna’s Danika Hallom, Rainier’s Keira Anderson and Toledo’s … more

By The Chronicle staff | 5/12/25