Bill in Congress would make college tuition-free

Posted by on Sep 13, 2017 in All Content, News, Washington News Service | Comments Off on Bill in Congress would make college tuition-free SEATTLE — The college year has started again, and for many students that means anxiety over debt is here again, too.
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Financial tips for college students going off to school

Posted by on Sep 13, 2017 in All Content, News, Washington News Service | Comments Off on Financial tips for college students going off to school SEATTLE — It's an exciting time of year for students heading off to college for the first time, but with that independence comes new responsibilities. One of the most important is financial responsibilities.
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Drive with caution as school year starts

Posted by on Sep 13, 2017 in All Content, News, Washington News Service | Comments Off on Drive with caution as school year starts By Eric Tegethoff Washington News Service SEATTLE — All across the U.S. at this time of year, 55 million children head back to school, walking and biking to class. AAA Washington reminds drivers that speed limits in school zones are reduced for a reason. Jennifer Cook, a spokeswoman for AAA Washington, says it’s very important to slow down in school zones, and not just to avoid the fine,...
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Bipartisan effort to fight climate change in growing caucus

Posted by on Aug 30, 2017 in All Content, News, Washington News Service | Comments Off on Bipartisan effort to fight climate change in growing caucus SEATTLE — A panel of congressional members seeking solutions to combat climate change is growing by leaps and bounds. 
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Carbon calculator offers tips for offsetting climate impact

Posted by on Aug 30, 2017 in All Content, News, Washington News Service | Comments Off on Carbon calculator offers tips for offsetting climate impact SEATTLE — An environmental group has set up a website that not only measures a person's carbon footprint but also shares ways to reduce and even offset that footprint. 
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Report: State must be more aggressive to fight cancer

Posted by on Aug 23, 2017 in All Content, News, Washington News Service | Comments Off on Report: State must be more aggressive to fight cancer SEATTLE — Washington state is falling short in some areas of cancer prevention, according to a new report. 
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Project gives state farmers a voice on future of their land

Posted by on Aug 16, 2017 in Agriculture & Business, All Content, News, Washington News Service | Comments Off on Project gives state farmers a voice on future of their land SNOHOMISH — A new project captures the issues facing agriculture in Snohomish County through the farmer's lens — literally. 
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As child care costs reach crisis level, how can the state help?

Posted by on Aug 2, 2017 in All Content, News, Washington News Service | Comments Off on As child care costs reach crisis level, how can the state help? DES MOINES — With kids out of school for summer vacation, working parents face the higher seasonal costs of child care.
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Healthier Columbia River means healthier NW economy

Posted by on Jul 26, 2017 in All Content, News, Washington News Service | Comments Off on Healthier Columbia River means healthier NW economy SPOKANE — A cleaner Columbia River could unlock even more economic potential for the Northwest, according to a new report. 
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Battery-free cellphones: Convenient and good for the environment?

Posted by on Jul 26, 2017 in All Content, News, Washington News Service | Comments Off on Battery-free cellphones: Convenient and good for the environment? SEATTLE — Cellphone users are excited that the prototype for a battery-free cellphone might mean they could cut the cord to their chargers in the future. But the developing technology also may be a boon for the environment.
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