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Atmospheric river meets bomb cyclone: The result is like a fire hose flailing out of control

A powerful storm hitting the West Coast combines these weather phenomena for a wet week in many areas. But forecasting exactly which areas will get hit hardest is tough, as a meteorologist explains.

Police Blotter, November 8 - 14, 2024

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This week, Anacortes Police dealt with a fraud case and complaints on two successive days of a man hiding things in his sleeping bag before leaving retail stores.

Same-day voter registrations hit new high mark in Washington

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The number of people showing up at county election offices on Election Day to register to vote or update registration information has been on the rise after changes to state law.

Avalanche threat forces winter closure of North Cascades Highway

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A weekend of snow and a Monday evaluation has prompted the state to close Highway 20 over the North Cascades for the winter.

Americans face an insurability crisis as climate change worsens disasters – a look at how insurance companies set rates and coverage

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Insurance costs are rising quickly across much of the country. Hurricanes are part of the reason, but it’s the other perils common across the Midwest and Great Plains that complicate costs. Costs are lower in the PNW.

Route 20, North Cascades Highway closed starting Friday night

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State Department of Transportation has decided to close North Cascades Highway starting Friday night because of predict4ed snowfall this weekend.

Hikes: The Calm Before The

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I remember hiking on Kiket Island on Inauguration Day, 2021.

With $10B deficit looming, WA governor calls on state agencies to make cuts

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Washington’s outgoing governor says reductions are needed to balance the next state budget. Lawmakers may also consider new taxes when they convene next year.

Police Blotter, November 1 - 7, 2024

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Anacortes Police followed up on several cases this week including an animal skull left on a vehicle.

What should journalists do when the facts don’t matter?

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Historical examples abound of American news consumers being presented with verified facts about controversial figures or events, only to have the excellent journalism have little to no effect.