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Critics left scathing online comments about this Powell's Books T-shirt, which features a ferocious wolf standing on a stack of misshapen books.

Union blasts Powell’s Books for suspected AI image on T-shirt, bookstore responds to controversy

A keen-eyed Powell’s Books customer who noticed a “wonky” graphic on one of the store’s T-shirts for sale — then posted the image to the social media platform Reddit … more

Aimee Green / oregonlive.com (TNS) | 9/8/25

Murder suspect makes first appearance in Cowlitz County Superior Court

Alexander Rogers, the man accused of killing a 64-year-old woman and injuring a 73-year-old man, made his first appearance in a Cowlitz County courtroom since being arrested in California. … more

Matt Esnayra / The Daily News | 9/8/25

Former Washington Attorney General and current Gov. Bob Ferguson, center, talks to reporters as Solicitor General Noah Purcell, second from right, looks on, Friday, Feb. 3, 2017, following a hearing in federal court in Seattle.

‘Conflict of interest’ alleged in complaint against Washington state Solicitor General Noah Purcell

A complaint against Solicitor General Noah Purcell with the Washington State Executive Ethics Board has been rejected for investigation despite allegations that the decision by Executive Director … more

By TJ Martinell / The Center Square | 9/8/25

A rally on parental rights, organized by Let’s Go Washington, is pictured at the Capitol in Olympia on Saturday, Feb. 15.

Let's Go Washington launches parents' rights, girls in sports initiatives

Let’s Go Washington, a political action committee founded by businessman Brian Heywood, launched two new initiatives to the state Legislature on Monday morning. One concerns parental rights, … more

By Carleen Johnson / The Center Square | 9/8/25

U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Polar Star (WAGB 10) (left) sits moored next to U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Healy (WAGB 20) at Coast Guard Base Seattle, Aug. 25, 2024. The Polar Star and Healy are routinely deployed to Arctic and Antarctic locations to support science research or help resupply remote stations. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Lt. Chris Butters)

Coast Guard issues contract for major icebreaker port expansion in Seattle

The U.S. Coast Guard announced Tuesday that it has awarded a $137 million contract for the first phase of a project intended to allow its Seattle base to host two new heavy icebreakers. The … more

By James Brooks / The Alaska Beacon | 9/8/25

Man dies on I-5 after fleeing traffic stop, Portland police say

A man was hit and killed on Interstate 5 Saturday night after running from police who tried to pull him over, the Portland Police Bureau said in a news release. Police say they tried to pull the … more

Sami Edge / oregonlive.com (TNS) | 9/7/25

Homeowners who lost properties to foreclosure could receive compensation in Multnomah County settlement

Multnomah County has agreed to pay millions to settle a class action lawsuit that accused it and other Oregon counties of keeping money from former owners, heirs or valid lienholders who were … more

Austin De Dios / oregonlive.com (TNS) | 9/7/25

Authorities have released updated photos of Travis Decker, who’s wanted in the deaths of his three young daughters, warning the 32-year-old suspect may have changed his appearance.(Chelan County Sheriff's Office/TNS)

Travis Decker search hits 100-day mark: Here’s what we know

Travis Decker, the Wenatchee man accused of murdering his three elementary school-aged daughters, has evaded authorities for 100 days. It remains unclear if he's alive or dead. Here's what … more

Caitlyn Freeman / The Seattle Times (TNS) | 9/7/25

Gresham officer accused of raping a minor resigns from police department

A Gresham police officer facing dozens of charges including rape and sexual abuse of an underage girl has resigned from the force, the police department announced Friday night. Police said they … more

The Oregonian / oregonlive.com (TNS) | 9/7/25

Portland convention business poised to drop next year — then bounce back

The number of convention attendees visiting Portland is poised to drop sharply next year, a lingering echo of the trauma the city endured in the pandemic and its aftermath. Portland is set to … more

Mike Rogoway / oregonlive.com (TNS) | 9/7/25

From blight to bugs, here are answers to some common September worries in NW gardens

The start of the autumn garden season begins as nights grow cooler, and days become shorter and this is also when late summer and fall garden problems start to sprout. From late blights on tomatoes … more

Marianne Binetti / The Olympian (TNS) | 9/7/25

'Strained past our breaking point': Washington's small-town hospitals fear closure as Medicaid cuts loom

If the hospital in this historic southeast Washington town has to close, Acadia Murphey thinks the town will "probably die along with it." Murphey's health hasn't been the same since … more

Amanda Sullender Monica Carrillo-Casas Mitchell Roland and Orion Donovan Smith / The Spokesman-Review (TNS) | 9/7/25

Tumwater’s population is expected to boom over next 20 years. Can housing keep up?

The City of Tumwater has to build an additional 9,000 housing units over the next 20 years to meet future housing needs. Housing and Land Use Planner Erika Smith-Erickson said the city also needs … more

Ty Vinson / The Olympian (TNS) | 9/7/25

Washington Special Commitment Center on McNeil Island for sexually violent predators.

‘South Hill Rapist’ Kevin Coe could soon be released

One of Spokane's most notorious criminals could soon be released from the Special Commitment Center on McNeil Island. An Aug. 28 email from the Washington State Department of Social and Health … more

By Carleen Johnson / The Center Square | 9/6/25

Wildland firefighters wait for a helicopter shuttle while battling the Bear Gulch fire in Washington state. (Photo by Bear Gulch Fire 2025 via Facebook)

Wildfire veterans furious at DHS claim that raided crews were not firefighters

Wildland fire veterans are seething at a claim made by federal officials that two crews raided by immigration agents at the scene of a wildfire in Washington state were “NOT … more

By Alex Brown / Stateline.org | 9/6/25

Washington, in break with FDA rules, acts to assure wide access to COVID-19 vaccines

The Washington State Department of Health has issued a standing order for the COVID-19 vaccine, making it easier for Washington residents to get vaccinated. The standing order , announced … more

By Emily Fitzgerald / The Washington State Standard | 9/6/25

Buildings in Portland, Oregon, pictured on Sept. 5, 2025. (Photo by Jacob Fischler/States Newsroom)

Trump floats Portland for next National Guard deployment

President Donald Trump said late Friday he would send National Guard troops to another city, and, while declining to specify which city it would be, mentioned Portland, Oregon, as one possibility. … more

By Jacob Fischler / States Newsroom | 9/6/25

Debate on investing WA Cares funds in the stock market heats up

A ballot measure that would let the state make stock market investments with payroll taxes collected for Washington’s new long-term care program is a “no-brainer,” supporters said … more

By Jerry Cornfield / The Washington State Standard | 9/6/25

Superintendent of Public Instruction Chris Reykdal talks about Centralia High School during a legislative meeting inside the John A. Cherberg building in Olympia on Thursday.

Holding ground will be Washington Board of Education’s goal in 2026 session

Protecting existing programs and restoring funding cuts that were made to help balance the state budget will be the focus of the Washington State Board of Education in the 2026 legislative … more

By Emily Fitzgerald / The Washington State Standard | 9/6/25

Motorcyclist dead, child injured after crash in Cowlitz County

A motorcyclist died and a child was airlifted to a hospital following a crash that involved a passenger car and a motorcycle Thursday evening. According to a news release issued Friday morning, … more

The Daily News | 9/6/25