Northwest
Minimum wage is going up in Washington
Cities can set minimum wages higher than the state. Seattle, SeaTac, Tukwila, Renton, Bellingham and Burien all will…
News
After decades of dreaming and planning, the Foothills Trail bridge is ‘finally’ here
Scores of attendees listened to speakers talk about the importance of connecting Enumclaw and Buckley via a pedestrian…
Northwest
Fewer Washington residents have delinquent debt than national average
About 14% of Washington residents carry delinquent debt, lower than the national average of 22%, according to a…
News
Who won the Courier-Herald’s 2024 Best Of competition? Find out here
Locals nominated many businesses as “the best”, but as they say, there can only be one.
News
More freeway closures this weekend in South King County
Closures on I-405, SR-167 and I-5 scheduled for Sept. 27 to Sept. 30 — and means heavy “monster”…
Northwest
WA lands commissioner debate: Herrera Beutler and Upthegrove square off
The candidates disagreed on land management and timber strategies as they compete for the job of running the…
Sports
Sports roundup: White River soccer battles Bonney Lake to scoreless tie
Review of prep sports results.
News
Man drowns at Flaming Geyser
Multiple agencies, including a helicopter, attempted to rescue the victim, who died on scene.
Life
Local counselor’s book targets mental health for teens
Susan Thode is a licensed mental health professional who published “Riptide.”
Sports
Football: Enumclaw and White River dominate
Enumclaw routs Kentlake while White River whips Auburn Mountainview.
Life
Plants are the new pets: Bringing some lively green to your living space
For people who may be new to house plants or those who want a way to help spruce…
News
Reichert strikes different tone in second debate with Ferguson
The two candidates for Washington governor clashed over abortion, public safety and who will be a better change…
Life
PAX West: Highlighting local games, charities
It has been 20 years since the Penny Arcade Expo (PAX) first made landfall in the Pacific Northwest.…