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The Tenino U19 soccer team poses for a photo at the Kick in the Grass Tournament. In the back row left to right: Abby Robertson, Kaycee Jones, Holly Thoren, Leyna Burkevics, Jenessa Culp, Tate Carbonneau, Kyra Dirks, Kyla Watson, Kami Oliveira, and Chloe Grayless..Front row left to right: Tamara Snodderly, Gracie Sweet, Maria Summer, Kendra Cutlip, Paisley Garcia, Allison Kalkus, Zoey Golovanov, and Mikeala Cutlip.

Tenino U19 team takes third at Kick in the Grass Tournament

The Tenino U19 girls soccer team rode a win in its opener to a third-place finish in the Kick in the Grass Tournament over the weekend in Tumwater In that first game, Tenino handled Shelton, … more

By The Chronicle staff | 7/22/24

A search warrant was obtained for the BMW. That’s when 2 kilograms of fentanyl powder and 2 pounds of maijuana were found, according to JNET, which estimated the value of the powder between $120,000 and $200,000.

Fentanyl, marijuana seized after police chase that began in Chehalis

Members of the Joint Narcotics Enforcement Team (JNET) seized 2 kilograms of fentanyl and 2 pounds of marijuana after a traffic stop in Chehalis turned into a police chase that ended with a crash in … more

By The Chronicle staff | 7/22/24

Kent police investigate attempted child kidnapping

Detectives are seeking the public's help in identifying a possible suspect in an attempted kidnapping where a man reportedly tried to pull a young girl out of a bathroom window in a home in Kent. … more

Mike Carter / The Seattle Times (TNS) | 7/22/24

Thurston County girl, 17, suspected of DUI, injures two in crash, state patrol says

A 17-year-old Lacey girl, suspected of driving under the influence, is now facing a possible vehicular assault charge after she injured two passengers in a Saturday night wreck in Lakewood, according … more

Rolf Boone / The Olympian (TNS) | 7/22/24

One dead, two injured in Grays Harbor County wreck, state patrol says

A 70-year-old Port Angeles man died at an area hospital after he was involved in a two-vehicle wreck near McCleary Friday afternoon, according to the Washington State Patrol. A man and woman in … more

Rolf Boone / The Olympian (TNS) | 7/22/24

Pedestrian hit and killed in south Pierce County by Thurston County driver has been identified

A 79-year-old pedestrian who was hit and killed in south Pierce County near McKenna last week has been identified, according to the Washington State Patrol. About 7:20 a.m. July 18, Dae S. Hwang … more

Rolf Boone / The Olympian (TNS) | 7/22/24

U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris announces the plans to elevate water security as a foreign policy priority, in the South Court Auditorium at the White House in Washington, D.C., on June 1, 2022.

Without Biden, choosing Harris is a less risky option for Democrats, local political experts say

There's good reason Vice President Kamala Harris has emerged as the most likely replacement as the Democratic nominee for president, experts said Sunday. After President Joe Biden announced he … more

Alexandra Duggan / The Spokesman-Review (TNS) | 7/22/24

U.S. President Joe Biden delivers the State of the Union address during a joint meeting of Congress in the House chamber at the U.S. Capitol on March 7, 2024 in Washington, DC.

What Washington state Democrats, voters are saying about endorsements after Biden's exit

After President Joe Biden's departure from the presidential race Sunday, some Washington Democrats followed his lead and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for the top of the ticket. Others … more

Claire Withycombe / The Seattle Times (TNS) | 7/22/24

US President Joe Biden waves on stage during the Vote To Live Prosperity Summit at the College of Southern Nevada in Las Vegas, Nevada, on July 16, 2024.

What Biden's exit means for Washington state ballot

President Joe Biden's decision to end his candidacy has a different meaning in different states, because each state has its own rules when it comes to general election ballots. Washington's own … more

The Seattle Times (TNS) | 7/22/24

Suspect arrested after returning to scene of arson in downtown Tacoma, police say

Police arrested a 34-year-old woman Sunday who they said returned to the scene of an arson in downtown Tacoma. Crews responded to a fire about 6:45 a.m. Saturday in the 300 block of East 26th … more

Alexis Krell / The News Tribune (TNS) | 7/22/24

The House first passed legislation in 2021 designating “988” as the number to call for the National Suicide Prevention Hotline.

Two years into 988 crisis line, Washington state works to spread the word

Calls to 988 have increased steadily in the two years since the number was designated as the new nationwide mental health suicide and crisis lifeline. Now, the state Department of Health is … more

Taylor Blatchford / The Seattle Times (TNS) | 7/22/24

Nick Saputo casts his ballot in Washington’s presidential primary March 12 in Seattle’s Beacon Hill neighborhood.

Poll finds big divide in top issue for Washington state Democrats and Republicans

SEATTLE — Heading into the 2024 presidential elections, the top concerns of Democrats and Republicans in Washington couldn't be more different, according to a new state poll. A plurality … more

Gene Balk / The Seattle Times (TNS) | 7/22/24

Man sentenced for kidnapping, raping two Pierce County women at knifepoint

A 29-year-old man convicted of raping two women at knifepoint in Pierce County while part of a seasonal work program from Mexico was sentenced Friday to nearly 18 years to life in prison, the high … more

Peter Talbot / The News Tribune (TNS) | 7/21/24

People paddle board in Snow Lake at Mount Rainier National Park on Monday, July 8.

Three Washington national parks are among 17 best in the U.S., according to new ranking

Between its mountains, islands, pine tree-lined cliffs and beaches, Washington is known for its access to nature. So it should come as no surprise that its three national parks are among the best in … more

Daniel Schrager / The Bellingham Herald (TNS) | 7/21/24

Wolves keep endangered status in Washington state

Gray wolves in Washington will remain on the state's endangered species list. The Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission decided to maintain the wolves' status as endangered, resisting a … more

Michael Wright / The Spokesman-Review (TNS) | 7/21/24

Motorcyclist doing 120 mph leads Thurston County sheriff's deputies on chase

A motorcycle rider was jailed after embarking on a high-speed chase — think 120 mph — with Thurston County law enforcement, authorities announced Saturday. The Thurston County … more

The News Tribune (TNS) | 7/21/24

Eastern Washington deputy shoots, kills man accused of attacking deputy prosecutor with machete

A Stevens County Sheriff's Office deputy shot and killed a man who charged at the deputy with the same machete the man is accused of using to attack a county prosecutor earlier on Friday. The … more

Garrett Cabeza / The Spokesman-Review (TNS) | 7/21/24

Here are the top contenders for governor as ballots arrive for Washington primary election

If history repeats itself, this year's race for Washington's next governor will be close. Ballots dropped last week for the Aug. 6 state primary elections. This year marks the first … more

Ellen Dennis / The Spokesman-Review (TNS) | 7/21/24

Girls run at the White Pass Cross Country Camp.

Camp at White Pass has been a destination for Washington cross country runners for 50 years

WHITE PASS — Washington high school runners won't see any courses this fall as challenging as the two-mile climb from the base to Pigtail Peak at Clear Lake/White Pass Cross Country Camp. … more

Luke Thompson / Yakima Herald-Republic (TNS) | 7/21/24

Two injured after motorcycle crosses centerline, strikes semi near Packwood

A man and woman from Yelm were both injured and transported to Harborview Medical Center in Seattle after their motorcycle crossed the centerline on U.S. Highway 12 northeast of Packwood and struck a … more

By The Chronicle staff | 7/21/24