Rep. Chapman: Drug possession and use will be legal in Washington without quick action

By Pepper Fisher OLYMPIA — Washington’s legislators managed to work together to achieve some major successes during the legislative session that came to a close on Sunday, adopting a bi-partisan $69 billion operating budget for the next
NOHC is offering to give Lincoln School building to the right person or group

By Pepper Fisher PORT ANGELES – The historic North Olympic History Center (NOHC) on West 8th Street in Port Angeles, still known by many as the Lincoln Elementary School Building, is on the market, though not necessarily
Sudan conflict sparks mass exodus of foreigners as locals remain trapped in crossfire
kdow/Getty Images (LONDON) — Fighting in Sudan between forces loyal to two rival generals has triggered a mass exodus of foreigners, while locals struggle to escape. As of Tuesday evening, one American and five United Nations staffers
How two decades of gun culture helped shape America's 'Stand Your Ground' laws
Steve Prezant/Getty Images (NEW YORK) — A wrong address, a mistaken car, and stray basketball – five times over six days, seemingly mundane interactions turned violent or deadly after one party pulled out a firearm. Though the
At least 4 people of interest identified in shooting at after-prom party in Texas
PBNJ Productions/Getty Images (TEXAS) — At least four people of interest have been identified in a shooting at an after-prom party in Texas over the weekend that injured nearly a dozen teenagers, authorities said Tuesday. Eleven teenagers
LOCAL SPORTS BONUS: Peninsula College adds three local standout athletes

By Oly Archibald PORT ANGELES — It’s no secret that at Peninsula Pirate home basketball games seating is in high demand. That happens when one of the best NWAC programs plays in the smallest gym in the
Chief Justice Roberts declines invitation to testify about Supreme Court ethics
Ryan McGinnis/Getty Images (WASHINGTON) — Chief Justice John Roberts on Tuesday declined an invitation to testify before the Senate Judiciary Committee at a hearing about Supreme Court ethics. Sen. Dick Durbin, chairman of the influential panel, sent
5 takeaways after Biden's 2024 campaign launch — and why Dems and GOP are both excited
OsakaWayne Studios/Getty Images (NEW YORK) — President Joe Biden launched his reelection campaign Tuesday, capping off months of speculation over his electoral future and laying the groundwork for a potential rematch with former President Donald Trump. Biden
Rep. Chapman: Drug possession and use will be legal in Washington without quick action
By Pepper Fisher OLYMPIA — Washington’s legislators managed to work together to achieve some major successes during the legislative session that came to a close on Sunday, adopting a bi-partisan $69 billion operating budget for the next
NOHC is offering to give Lincoln School building to the right person or group
By Pepper Fisher PORT ANGELES – The historic North Olympic History Center (NOHC) on West 8th Street in Port Angeles, still known by many as the Lincoln Elementary School Building, is on the market, though not necessarily