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Little Giant Fire Expands Amid Critical Weather, Causing Evacuations in Washington State

Little Giant Fire Expands Amid Critical Weather, Causing Evacuations in Washington State

The Little Giant Fire, located approximately 30 miles northwest of Leavenworth, Washington, has grown significantly due to strong winds and low humidity. As of Saturday morning, the fire had burned 16,802 acres and was 0% contained. The fire, which began on July 15 due to lightning, has created a large pyrocumulus cloud visible from Bainbridge Island to Seattle. Firefighters are actively working to contain the blaze, with 108 personnel, a dozer, grader, two masticators, two water tenders, and a hand crew assigned to the effort. Evacuations have been ordered, with a Level 3 'Go Now' evacuation in effect for Trinity in the Chiwawa River drainage and a Level 2 'Be Ready' evacuation extending to the junction of Chiwawa River Road and Big Meadows Road. Critical fire weather is expected to continue, with low humidity and wind gusts up to 25 mph forecasted.
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Senator Patty Murray Defends Canada Against U.S. Wildfire Management Criticism

Senator Patty Murray Defends Canada Against U.S. Wildfire Management Criticism

Senator Patty Murray has spoken out against criticisms from U.S. leaders, including President Trump, regarding Canada's wildfire management. Murray defended Canada's efforts, highlighting the collaborative work between Canadian and U.S. firefighters. Her remarks come as a wildfire in Washington State spreads into British Columbia, causing air quality alerts across the U.S. Murray criticized recent cuts to U.S. firefighting forces and emphasized the importance of working together to combat wildfires. She rejected the notion that Canada is solely responsible for the smoke affecting U.S. air quality, calling for cooperation rather than blame.
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Washington State Wildfires Expand, Prompting Evacuations

Washington State Wildfires Expand, Prompting Evacuations

Wildfires in Washington state are growing in size, leading to evacuations and Red Flag Warnings. The Kaiser Canyon Fire on the Colville Indian Reservation has burned over 110,000 acres and is only 13% contained. The Railroad Fire near Beverly has grown to 8,300 acres, with evacuations downgraded to Level Two. The Little Giant Fire near Leavenworth has expanded to over 19,000 acres, forcing evacuations. High winds and dry conditions are exacerbating the situation, with aircraft assisting in firefighting efforts.
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Eagles’ reserve safety battle could become a training camp thriller

Eagles’ reserve safety battle could become a training camp thriller

The competition behind the Eagles' top four safeties ranks among the most underrated training camp storylines.
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The costly, invisible crime happening time and time again

The costly, invisible crime happening time and time again

It might be funny, except it's expensive. You run a business, a small theater maybe, and you need to air-condition it in warm weather. One warm day, you turn on the AC for your theater... and nothing happens. And then you discover no repairman can fix the problem. Because thieves climbed onto the ...
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Vancouver Businesses Concerned Over Misdemeanor Citation Limits

Vancouver Businesses Concerned Over Misdemeanor Citation Limits

Business owners in Vancouver are expressing concerns over a new police policy that limits citations for certain misdemeanor offenses. The policy was introduced due to an unfunded Washington Supreme Court mandate that restricts public defender caseloads, coupled with local budget constraints. Business owners fear that the policy could lead to an increase in low-level crimes, as offenders might perceive fewer repercussions. The policy aims to prioritize serious cases by referring low-level misdemeanors to the City Attorney’s office for charging decisions, rather than issuing on-the-spot citations.
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Seattle City Council Reverses Decision, Plans to Fund Universal School Meals

Seattle City Council Reverses Decision, Plans to Fund Universal School Meals

The Seattle City Council has announced a plan to fund universal school meals for the 2026-2027 school year using the city's general fund. This decision comes after a contentious committee meeting where an amendment was passed to delay the implementation of free school meals, leading to public backlash. Originally, Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson proposed using funds from the Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise Levy to provide free meals, with the expectation that Washington State would eventually cover the costs through a millionaires tax. However, the council's amendment shifted focus to a means-tested food voucher program, which faced criticism for potentially excluding some students. In response to public outcry, Council President Joy Hollingsworth and Councilmembers Dionne Foster and Dan Strauss have now committed to amending the city's budget to support universal meals, despite concerns about the general fund's $175 million deficit.
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Kenmore Air Seaplane Crashes in Washington, All Onboard Rescued

Kenmore Air Seaplane Crashes in Washington, All Onboard Rescued

A Kenmore Air DHC-3T amphibious aircraft crashed on July 23, 2026, near Sucia Island, Washington State. The seaplane, operating flight 140 to the San Juan Islands, carried 11 people, including a pilot and 10 passengers. All occupants were rescued before the aircraft was engulfed in flames, though four sustained serious injuries requiring hospitalization. The United States Coast Guard and Airlift Northwest were involved in the rescue operation. Kenmore Air, a major seaplane operator in the U.S., provides scheduled and charter services across Washington State and British Columbia.
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USA250: 10 greatest college athletes from Michigan

USA250: 10 greatest college athletes from Michigan

As part of USA TODAY Sports' USA 250 initiative, here's a look at the top 10 greatest college athletes to ever play in the state of Michigan:
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The latest Seahawks 90-man roster entering 2026 training camp

The latest Seahawks 90-man roster entering 2026 training camp

Get up to speed on the Seattle Seahawks’ 90-man roster ahead of their 2026 training camp opener!
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Alaska Erroneously Flags Thousands of Citizens in Voter Roll Purge

Alaska Erroneously Flags Thousands of Citizens in Voter Roll Purge

Alaska has removed approximately 3,000 to 3,500 individuals from its active voter list, citing potential noncitizenship. The removals, based on outdated data from the Division of Motor Vehicles, have mistakenly affected many U.S. citizens. The state's 'motor voter' program, which registers voters during driver's license applications, flagged these individuals. The Division of Elections is addressing the issue by contacting those affected to confirm their citizenship status. The incident has raised concerns about voter disenfranchisement and the accuracy of voter rolls.
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Federal Judges Approve New Tennessee Congressional Map Dividing Majority-Black District

Federal Judges Approve New Tennessee Congressional Map Dividing Majority-Black District

A federal judicial panel has approved a new congressional map for Tennessee that divides a majority-Black district in Memphis. The decision allows the map to be used in the upcoming August 6 primary elections. The map was revised following a U.S. Supreme Court ruling that weakened Voting Rights Act protections. Critics argue that the redistricting was racially motivated, aiming to dilute Black voting power, while supporters claim it was driven by partisan politics. The map divides the Memphis district into parts of three districts, affecting representation for the area's Black population.