Washington
Friday, December 8, 2023
WA advocates take on sharply rising health care costs
Reports from the Insurance Commissioner's office and the state Attorney General reveal an analysis of what they call "the true costs of health care" i…
Tacoma Art Museum union could be model for others
Workers at the Tacoma Art Museum are celebrating a unique union victory that could be a model for other museums. The 26 members of Tacoma Art …
Groups urge WA to warn about gas-burning health effects
The American Gas Association misled the public on the health effects of burning gas for decades. Now, a coalition wants the Washington State …
Underused programs could assist with older Washingtonians' budgets
Many older residents of Washington state are facing strains on their budgets -- and the government programs that could assist them are underused…
Beyond Diabetes Awareness Month: Tips for managing disease at home
November has been Diabetes Awareness Month - but heading into the holidays, people who are diabetic know they can't lose their focus on keeping it in …
Long-awaited protections for wolverine relief for conservation groups
Conservation groups are celebrating a long-fought battle to protect the dwindling population of wolverine in the Northwest and northern Rockies…
Running Start lets WA high schoolers explore college courses
A program giving high school students a taste of college and college credits along the way is celebrating its 33rd year of operation in Washington sta…
Trend of home insurers leaving states could impact WA
Homeowner insurance companies leaving states like California and Florida represent a troubling trend that could impact Washington. David Fadduol…
'Sandwich generation' lauds WA's long-term care savings program
Washingtonians with kids and older parents in need of care are praising the peace of mind the state's new retirement savings program is providing them…
American Education Week: WA libraries inspire reading
It's American Education Week and school librarians' role in students' lives are in the spotlight. Elizabeth Roberts, a teacher, librarian and …
WA shoppers advised to stay vigilant for scams this holiday season
The holiday gift-buying season is here -- and that means people need to stay vigilant so they don't fall victim to scams. Thieves take advantage of …
WA cap-and-trade spending falls short for frontline communities
Washington state's Climate Commitment Act promised funds for communities on the front lines of climate change. One group is tracking those dollars to …