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Washington’s unemployment rate holds steady at 4.5%, report shows

The state reported 10,800 jobs added in July by businesses and 11,700 in the public sector. OLYMPIA, Wash. — Washington's unemployment rate is holding steady at 4.5%, a report released Wednesday...

Evacuation orders lifted for fire in Thurston County

Bald Hills Road is closed from Sorenson Road near the Clearwood development, south of Yelm. THURSTON COUNTY, Wash. — Evacuation orders have been lifted for residents in Thurston County after a...

Evacuation levels downgraded as crews battle large brush fire in Thurston County

Rainier Road between 138th and Military Road is under a level 3 evacuation notice. People are advised to avoid the area. THURSTON COUNTY, Wash. — Fire crews remain at the scene...

Farmer’s Almanac predicts higher-than-normal precipitation for Pacific Northwest in fall and winter

The Almanac says the area could see a wetter- and warmer-than-normal fall, as well as increased snowfall this winter in areas around the mountains. WASHINGTON, USA — With only a couple...

Redmond police to use new automated license plate readers

The department said the new system will help their ability to respond to various calls. REDMOND, Wash. — The Redmond Police Department announced Tuesday they have integrated new automated license plate...

Free rides to cooling shelters in Pierce County amid Heat Advisory

Rides will be free Tuesday, Aug. 12 through the end of the service day. PIERCE COUNTY, Wash. — Pierce Transit will be offering free rides to cooling centers and shelters Tuesday,...

Washington state to be one of the first to offer LGBTQ+-owned businesses official certification

The Office of Minority and Women's Business Enterprises will launch certifications free of charge to small businesses. OLYMPIA, Wash. — LGBTQ+ businesses across Washington state will now be able to certify...

Seattle unveils new fund to boost business safety and security

The new program adds storefront security grants and neighborhood investments for small businesses. SEATTLE — The City of Seattle is building upon the Storefront Repair Fund and launching the new...

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