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With pandemic funding set to end in 2024, the general election could significantly affect how the city addresses its multimillion-dollar shortfall.

Jennifer and John Ely of Sage Bluff Alpacas employ kindness, hard work and enthusiasm to produce prized luxury fiber for yarn and garments.

Pam Montgomery took a chance on a Prosser orchard 35 years ago — and pioneered sweet success in the form of a fruity chocolate drop.

While the “Housing First” model has gained statewide interest, organizations still face an uphill battle for initial financial investment.

Even as educators grapple with starting the discussion, students throughout the state say that racist bullying remains a problem.

Seattle may have the highest rents statewide, but communities such as Walla Walla and Spokane have seen the most drastic losses in affordability.

After 150 years of broken treaties and declining salmon populations, Randy Settler worries there won't be enough fish for future Indigenous generations.

After two appearances in the north-central Washington town, the German and Austrian-inspired Krampus Seattle took its show to Bremerton and beyond.

Families from Ukraine and Afghanistan celebrate the season with communities they have found in Wenatchee.

Instead of praying for better weather in the future, Washington's tree fruit growers are buckling up for more cold and wet conditions.

Though protesters forced a change of venue, families say the YWCA event — which involves drag queens reading books to children — was a success.

Dulce Gutierrez and Nikki Torres may differ in political viewpoints, but both candidates seek to increase civic awareness in their communities.