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The Centralia Power Plant is a coal-burning plant owned by TransAlta which supplies 380 megawatts to Puget Sound Energy. It is located in Lewis County and slated to shut down by 2025. Aaron Kunkler/Staff Photo

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National report outlines climate change’s course for the Northwest

More fires, floods and drought appear to be on their way for Washington state.

King County adds 80 acres to Rattlesnake Mountain Scenic Area

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King County adds 80 acres to Rattlesnake Mountain Scenic Area

Area governments and nonprofits purchased the remaining 80 acres of the 250 acre preservation area.

Romaine lettuce, beef recalled just before Thanksgiving

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Romaine lettuce, beef recalled just before Thanksgiving

23 people have been infected with a Shiga toxin-producing E. coli bacteria in 11 states.

Water a concern for local farmers

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Water a concern for local farmers

Summers will continue to get warmer and drier which could affect the Snoqualmie River.

Snow expected on the passes beginning Wednesday

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Snow expected on the passes beginning Wednesday

Holiday travelers should be prepared for snow on the state’s three main mountain passes this weekend.

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King County approves gun warning sign requirement

Warning signs must be posted in all King County gun stores and firing ranges.

Back Alley Brew shuts down

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Back Alley Brew shuts down

The drive-thru espresso stand was closed after a permitting dispute with the county.

King County considers how to invest in Snoqualmie River flood infrastructure

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King County considers how to invest in Snoqualmie River flood infrastructure

County representatives met in North Bend to talk with residents about an investment plan.

Early results: Carbon fee fails as gun control passes

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Early results: Carbon fee fails as gun control passes

Preliminary tallies are in for the state’s four initiatives.

Millions in grants will go to protect salmon

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Millions in grants will go to protect salmon

The King County Flood Control District recently awarded $4.6 million in grants to local watersheds.

Toll lane trips on Interstate 405 were higher than expected during the 2018 fiscal year. Since it opened in the fall of 2015 through the first quarter of this year, the toll lanes had raise nearly $59 million in revenue. Aaron Kunkler/staff photo

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State I-405 toll revenue was up last year

The Washington State Transportation Commission was updated on various programs on Oct. 16.

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Washington could have fastest train line in the U.S. within 20 years

Washington, Oregon and British Columbia study a corridor which would let trains travel at 250 mph.

From Snoqualmie to nuclear subs, Zetec builds inspection tech

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From Snoqualmie to nuclear subs, Zetec builds inspection tech

The Snoqualmie-based company builds ultrasound and eddy current testing tech.