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Idaho doctor: Abortion access ‘integral to the practice of OB-GYN’
Idaho has one of the strictest abortion bans in the country. On April 24th, the U-S Supreme Court is scheduled to hear oral arguments in a case to decide whether Idaho’s ban violates a federal law mandating emergency care. Continue Reading Idaho doctor: Abortion access ‘integral to the practice of OB-GYN’
Audit finds marked increase in antisemitic incidents
According to a new report released April 16, by the Anti-Defamation League, 2023 had the most reported incidents of antisemitism nationwide since the organization began tracking incidents of antisemitism in 1979.
Last year, there were 8, 873 reported incidents of antisemitism nationwide, which the organization averages to one incident every hour.
Continue Reading Audit finds marked increase in antisemitic incidents
Nueva ley de WA sobre DEI en educación divide a residentes de Prosser
Las escuelas de Washington deben incluir en sus planes de estudios la historia y las contribuciones de grupos marginados y poco representados en el marco de la diversidad, la igualdad y la inclusión. Sin embargo, en Prosser, la ley recién aprobada ha causado divisiones. Continue Reading Nueva ley de WA sobre DEI en educación divide a residentes de Prosser
Bird flu in cattle stressing Northwest dairy operators
Barley, a Jersey cow, and some of her herdmates on pasture last spring at Steensma Dairy & Creamery. (Credit: Steensma Family Dairy & Creamery) Listen (Runtime 1:06) Read Some Northwest… Continue Reading Bird flu in cattle stressing Northwest dairy operators
Project Open Door will keep doors open
Recent funding from the Washington State Department of Commerce will help keep one Pierce County housing project running. Project Open Door serves people experiencing chronic homelessness.
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Money, politics, debate over crime victims: What’s stalling prison reforms in Olympia
By: Jeanie Lindsay, Northwest News Network Prison reforms were among the many issues considered by lawmakers in Olympia this year. But, once again, measures aimed at resentencing and solitary confinement… Continue Reading Money, politics, debate over crime victims: What’s stalling prison reforms in Olympia
Mixed messages: Idaho Legislature legalizes fentanyl testing strips, disbands safe syringe program
Idahoans will gain access to fentanyl testing strips this year. Advocates say this could save lives, especially for first-time users. Continue Reading Mixed messages: Idaho Legislature legalizes fentanyl testing strips, disbands safe syringe program
As election draws closer, Northwesterners weigh in on student loan forgiveness
Washington State University student Alura Lane works at a coffee shop in downtown Pullman most days of the week to pay for college, rent and other living expenses. This election… Continue Reading As election draws closer, Northwesterners weigh in on student loan forgiveness
New WA law about DEI in education divides Prosser residents
Washington schools are now required to include Diversity, Equity and Inclusion history and contributions in curriculum. But in Prosser – the newly passed law is already causing divides. Continue Reading New WA law about DEI in education divides Prosser residents
Migratory birds could cause avian influenza in Northwest dairy cattle
Northwest dairy cattle eat rations out of a feed bunk. (Credit: Washington State Department of Agriculture) Listen (Runtime :58) Read Experts say they are not sure how the highly-pathogenic avian… Continue Reading Migratory birds could cause avian influenza in Northwest dairy cattle
Idaho man arrested, charged with supporting terrorism
The criminal complaint against Alexander Scott Mercurio is photographed on Tuesday, April 9, 2024. Mercurio, 18, is charged with attempting to provide material support to the Islamic State group after… Continue Reading Idaho man arrested, charged with supporting terrorism
Unhoused residents file complaint in court against city of Clarkston
Four unhoused residents and a nonprofit that works with the homeless are suing the city of Clarkston. Continue Reading Unhoused residents file complaint in court against city of Clarkston
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