Washington State

Fifth Graders Murder Trial: Will be Tried as Juveniles for Foiled Plot

March 31, 2013, 9:51 am

Fifth graders murder trial: Two fifth-graders, aged 10 and 11, pleaded not-guilty to charges of conspiracy to commit first-degree murder and charges related to weapons [...]

Legalizing Marijuana in Colorado and Washington Changes Drug War

November 28, 2012, 10:05 pm

The recent passage in Colorado and Washington of propositions declaring marijuana legal for personal use has changed the U.S. War on Drugs.

Wave-Powered Energy Turning the Tide in Oregon

October 17, 2012, 9:22 pm

Wave power could soon become a large part of America’s energy infrastructure, and Oregon is on the cutting edge of development.

Emaciated Horses Rescued in Washington State

September 27, 2012, 10:35 pm

Emaciated horses described as living in “squalid, neglectful” conditions were rescued earlier this week by animal control officers in Washington state, outside of Tacoma.

Visitors Experience an Up-Close View of a Wind Farm

September 20, 2012, 8:54 pm

When conservation and energy meet head-on, it produces a rare site for recreation enthusiasts. The Wild Horse Wind and Solar Facility and Renewable Energy Center offers Puget [...]

Food Forest Takes Root in Seattle

May 26, 2012, 11:11 pm

Seattle will soon be home to the nation’s largest urban food forest.

Violence Erupts in Seattle May Day Protests

May 1, 2012, 10:03 pm

May Day protesters caused a ruckus in downtown Seattle on Tuesday, breaking the windows of several buildings, setting fires, and blocking traffic, according to local reports.

Body Found in Remote Washington State Bunker

April 29, 2012, 10:50 pm

A man suspected of killing his family on April 15 was found dead on April 28 in an elaborate, fortified bunker carved into the side of a mountain outside of Seattle.