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Washington has been ranked among the nation’s top 10 states by U.S. News & World Report, with high marks in health care, education and the economy, the Kitsap Sun reports.
Canadian travel to the U.S. is dropping sharply as Trump’s tariffs and talk of Canada as a potential “51st state” strain cross‑border ties, raising economic and political concerns.
Once a symbol of national pride, Washington’s Reflecting Pool has turned algae green. Experts blame heat, shallow water and reduced treatment, prompting concern over monument maintenance.
U.S. maritime crackdowns on cocaine traffickers have not significantly reduced supply, Pentagon and DEA officials admit, underscoring cartels’ adaptability and limits of interdiction at sea.
The U.S. House is set to vote on a bill that would make daylight saving time permanent, aiming to end the twice-yearly clock changes and alter daily life nationwide.
Iraq’s prime minister is set to meet US President Donald Trump in Washington, aiming to deepen strategic ties, discuss security cooperation and address regional tensions, Al Jazeera reports.
Washington standout Green captured the USA 1,500 meters title Sunday, surging ahead in the final lap. The Husky star’s victory cements his status among America’s elite middle-distance runners.
Severe storms, flooding and power outages disrupted events marking the US’s 250th anniversary, forcing cancellations, travel delays and emergency responses across multiple states.
USNI News’ June 29, 2026 Fleet and Marine Tracker details current U.S. Navy deployments, carrier strike group operations, and Marine Corps movements across key global regions.
Some Costco shoppers may be eligible for cash as part of a new settlement, according to USA Today. The agreement involves alleged overcharges and could affect members nationwide.
The University of Washington has once again ranked among the world’s top universities, according to a new global survey, reinforcing its reputation for research, innovation, and academic excellence.
A new survey of U.S. travelers ranks two Washington state gems among the nation’s best national parks, spotlighting their rugged peaks, lush forests and iconic Northwest scenery.
The Great American State Fair opens in Washington, drawing crowds with patriotic displays, local food, and music, as visitors say the event boosts their pride in community and country.
Greenpeace USA marked World Press Freedom Day by projecting “Democracy Dies by Billionaire” onto The Washington Post’s headquarters, protesting billionaire influence over media and democratic institutions.
From towering Ferris wheels to prize-winning livestock, the Great American State Fair captures regional traditions and modern thrills in vivid scenes across the United States.
Donald Trump heralded a “golden age of America” in a Washington DC speech marking the nation’s 250th anniversary, hailing renewed strength while critics warned of deepening divisions.
The US marks its 250th birthday with fireworks, military flyovers and patriotic events, as celebrations across several states are disrupted by heatwaves and severe storms.
US forces have struck targets in Iran for the 10th straight night, US officials say, amid rising regional tensions. Tehran condemns the attacks as aggression and vows a firm response.
Tensions between the Trump administration and Iranian officials are escalating, raising fears of a broader conflict in the Middle East that neither side appears economically or politically prepared to sustain.
The freshly restored Washington Reflecting Pool, renovated under a Trump-era project, is already showing signs of wear as paint peels, raising questions about cost, oversight, and workmanship.