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Travis Decker cops find ‘items of interest’ in hunt for ‘killer’ dad as fugitive warned he ‘has to aim for perfection’

COPS hunting for a dad accused of murdering his three children have reportedly found items that could belong to him as the search for him ramps up.  Investigators believe they could be closing in on missing Travis Decker, who has been at large for more …

Son, daughter of UH coach Kelvin Sampson proud to work with dad

University of Houston men’s basketball coach Kelvin Sampson chuckles at the memory of his young son, Kellen, putting tape down for the sidelines, baseline and halfcourt in their Pullman, Wash. Home. Then, donning a dress shirt and clip-on tie, he paced up …

Lind-Ritzville seniors ready to face the world

RITZVILLE — The Lind-Ritzville Class of 2025 has made it.  “Today, we're walking across the stage in wizard hats, holding diplomas that prove we endured through it all: the chaos, the cramming and the laughter and all the growing pains that came with …

Goodbread: Ranking all 16 SEC football schedules, toughest to easiest

Two weeks ago at the SEC Meetings in Destin, commissioner Greg Sankey lamented what he believes to be a lacking focus on strength of schedule by the College Football Playoff Selection Committee, which extended only three bids to the SEC for its first 12- …

Father's Day 2025

Fathers may not always say much, but their actions speak volumes. From teaching how to ride a bicycle to silently standing in the background through life’s toughest storms, a father's presence is often quiet but powerful. And once a year, a special day …

'One of the biggest milestones in life' reached for Warden grads

WARDEN – Warden High School held its graduation ceremony last Friday to celebrate its students as they move on from high school and into their futures.  “To the class of 2025, we did it. But more importantly, you did,” said Miliany Pruneda, Warden High …

Rowena Fire closes I-84 eastbound: What drivers should know

(This story has been updated to include new information) Eastbound I-84 closed June 11 between mileposts 64 and 82 due to the Rowena Fire, according to the Oregon Department of Transportation and the Wasco County Sheriff's Office. The closure is …

Results: 2025 NCAA Track and Field Championships

The 2025 NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships are underway at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon. The action kicked off on Wednesday, June 11 and concludes on Saturday, June 14. The men will compete on Wednesday and Friday, while the women will compete …

Police search for missing, at risk 6-year-old out of Yakima

YAKIMA, Wash. — Police in Yakima are looking for a missing and potentially at-risk 6-year-old boy who may be on his way to Los Angeles with a woman who doesn't have permission to take him out of state. Kleiber Rondon-Rodriguez is 3-foot-8-inches tall …

Search continues for man accused of killing his 3 daughters in Washington state

Fire District 3 firefighters rescue elderly couple and pets from burning home

BATTLE GROUND — On Tuesday (June 10) evening, Clark County Fire District 3 firefighters executed a rescue during a residential fire in a manufactured home community in southwest Battle Ground — while simultaneously responding to a separate medical …

Sawdust flies at Ronan's Chainsaw Rendezvous

Chainsaws were growling, grumbling and whirring amid a nest of extension cords, drifts of sawdust, and many bottles of water. Must have been the annual Mission Valley Chainsaw Carvers Rendezvous in Ronan. It began with move-in day on Thursday, and carving …

Construction tech startups land $100M for automation, AI and prefab

Five early-stage construction technology startups recently secured more than US$100 million in new funding, with solutions targeting engineering workflows, site automation, AI-powered monitoring, and robotic manufacturing. Creative render of Auar’s “micro- …

$1.2M grant to help revitalize contaminated property in Benton, Franklin counties

Local government officials hope a new $1.2 million federal grant will lead to the revitalization of vacant lots and dilapidated buildings in areas across the Mid-Columbia.  The Benton-Franklin Council of Governments was one of three entities in Washington …

June T. Sanders explores abstract trans forms in the monthlong art show she curated at Saranac Art Projects

click to enlarge Young Kwak photos Elva Bennett's "The Dancers" Images of nude women project onto a white screen at the front of Saranac Art Projects' East Gallery. Abigail Hanson uses a soundboard to produce dissonant and often eerie …

National media ran wild with a story on negative health impacts of cannabis consumption

click to enlarge After a study pointed to bad health impacts, is the takeaway that we need to promote more cannabis research? It might not be "if it bleeds, it leads" — the saying in the news industry that brutally negative stories draw the most …

Traffic declines on International Selkirk Loop

On June 6, officials from the International Selkirk Loop — a tourism nonprofit promoting U.S. and Canadian communities around the Selkirk Mountains — sent a letter to lawmakers in both countries stating the economic risks of declining international traffic …

Key clue emerges from new video of Seattle burglary ring after suspect, 21, arrested for 'robbing NFL, MLB stars'

Prosecutors in Seattle have revealed a series of key clues they've used to charge a 21-year-old man with a string of high-profile burglaries of local athletes' homes. The alleged burglary ring is accused of hitting the residences of current Seattle …

David Hogg exits DNC

Last month, the DNC’s rules and bylaws committee recommended that the full party vote to hold new elections, siding with Democratic activist Kalyn Free, who’d lost the Feb. 1 election for vice chair. On Wednesday afternoon, the DNC announced that the party …

WILDFIRES: 98% of People in Canada Living with Asthma Say Poor Air Quality Worsens Their Health

7 Practical Steps to Keep Your Asthma Managed This Wildfire Season TORONTO,, ONTARIO, CANADA, June 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As wildfires once again rage across the country, Asthma Canada is urging people living with asthma to take serious …

Summit Spine Continues Expansion into North Carolina, Partners with Dr. Louis Torres

FAYETTEVILLE, NC, UNITED STATES, June 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Summit Spine & Joint Centers, a leading multi-location provider of minimally invasive spine care, proudly announces the appointment of Dr. Louis Torres as the newest …

Belleza Tropical Resortwear Releases Luxury Collection with Norma Huembes, Miss Universe Nicaragua at Miami Swim Week

Founded by Latina Designer Marcela Peralta, BELLEZA TROPICAL RESORTWEAR Champions Sustainable Glamour with a Body-Positive Edge NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Designed in the heart of New York and inspired by …

From coral planting to driving conservation, Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts Maldives are making every stay matter

MALDIVES, June 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In line with its long-term commitment to sustainable tourism, Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts Maldives carried out a series of environmental and social initiatives across its four properties over the past week. …

ABetter Design Company’s Cornhole Shootout Leads Kick Off for Active Summer Fun

ABetter Design Company preps active summer fun products BRIGHTON, MA, UNITED STATES, June 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Just in time for summer, ABetter Design Company preps its line-up of award-winning active products to get outside and enjoy …

Circus 1903 Celebrates Its 600th Performance in Its Final Show of the Tour in Jeddah

Circus 1903 celebrated its 600th show with a spectacular final performance in Jeddah, thrilling audiences with classic circus acts and modern theater magic JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA, June 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The world-renowned "Circus …

Villarreal Houston Sends 43 Families and 150 Participants to Spain for International Competition and Player Development

Villarreal Houston Academy is proud to announce the participation of over 150 players, coaches, and family members in a landmark international trip. HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, June 12, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Villarreal Houston Academy is …

New Irvine Sports Chiropractic Clinic Helps Athletes Recover Faster, Avoid Surgery, and Perform at Their Peak

Modern sports chiropractic clinic in Irvine helps athletes recover faster, avoid surgery, and return to peak performance with hands-on care. IRVINE, CA, UNITED STATES, June 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As sports injuries continue to sideline …

Tactacam REVEAL Introduces Premier Cellular Trail Camera and Power Accessories

DECORAH, Iowa, June 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tactacam — America’s leading manufacturer of technical outdoor cameras — announces the launch of its REVEAL Ultra Cellular Trail Camera. The all-new camera is the company’s most advanced cellular trail …

New Puyallup Gym Breaks the Mold: Industrious Offers Inclusive, Results-Driven Fitness for All Ages and Levels

New gym Industrious Puyallup brings elite coaching, inclusive workouts, and community energy to fitness lovers of all ages and levels. PUYALLUP, WA, UNITED STATES, June 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new fitness facility is shaking up the …

Wicked Fabulous Champions LGBTQ+ Wellness with New Guide Exploring the Seven Dimensions of Self-Care

A new wellness guide centered around the Seven Dimensions of Wellness - physical, emotional, social, financial, spiritual, intellectual, and environmental. HULL, MA, UNITED STATES, June 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a bold move to redefine …

Qalitex Issues Industry Advisory on Growing Need for Proactive Stability Testing in Supplement Formulations

Qalitex Labs releases industry advisory urging supplement brands to adopt proactive stability testing as global regulations and marketplace standards tighten. IRVINE, CA, UNITED STATES, June 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Qalitex Laboratories, a …

Lifespanning Launches Certified Longevity Marketplace With 1,000+ Tests, Supplements & Devices

A single, trusted hub where health-seekers can buy rigorously vetted longevity products, backed by science, shipped in days. MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, June 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Lifespanning, the company dedicated to making cutting-edge …

Summer Travel and Spinal Health: How to Avoid Back Pain on the Go

JACKSONVILLE, FL, UNITED STATES, June 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With summer travel season in full swing, millions of individuals are preparing for long road trips, flights, and hotel stays. While vacations offer a welcome break, travel- …

Author Fred Hueston Releases Memoir Chronicling 87-Day Heart Transplant Journey

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Author Fred Hueston announces the release of his new memoir, My Heart Journey: Waiting on a Heart, a personal account of his 87-day hospital stay while awaiting a life-saving heart …

Dr. Carl Forkner Recognized for Leadership in International Medical Sector

PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, June 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dr. Carl Forkner, a Research Psychologist specializing in Veterans mental health and wellness, has been honored with an award for his leadership in the international medical sector. …

Troy Martial Arts Program Transforms Child Development Through Leadership Training

TROY, MI, UNITED STATES, June 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Local program shifts focus from traditional karate to comprehensive leadership development for children At a time when many parents worry about their children's confidence and focus, one …

EY US announces Neelam Brar of Total Life as an Entrepreneur of the Year® 2025 Florida Award finalist

Recognizing bold leadership and innovation in aging and mental health, EY names Neelam Brar a Florida finalist for the 2025 Florida Entrepreneur Of The Year. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ernst & Young LLP …

Atlantic Grille at Hammock Beach Golf Resort & Spa Debuts New Menus

Fresh Flavors, Seasonal Ingredients, and Coastal Classics Await at the Oceanfront Dining Destination PALM COAST, FL, UNITED STATES, June 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hammock Beach Golf Resort & Spa, an oceanfront, grand resort designed …

Hyde School Honors Senior Alister Walsh with Outstanding Athlete of the Year Award

Hyde senior Alister Walsh wins Outstanding Athlete of the Year for leadership in sports; heading to Hamilton College to study Economics. BATH, ME, UNITED STATES, June 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hyde School proudly announces that Alister …