Politics
Pullman Fire Department Assistant Chief Post To Stay Empty Amid Budget Deficit
The city is grappling with a major budget shortfall and has implemented a hiring freeze.
Pullman Firefighters Union Warns of Staffing Cuts Amid City Budget Crisis
Part-time reserve firefighters to lose hours, reducing personnel on major incidents
Advocacy Groups Launch Ads Challenging ICE's Tactics
Ads portray ICE as either overly aggressive or as community-focused, aiming to sway public opinion on the controversial agency.
Lifestyle
WSU Honored for Transformational Change Initiative Projects
University recognized for efforts to boost student success and retention across multi-campus system.
WSU Greek Leadership Bans Parties After Falls on Greek Row
Two men have been injured in recent high falls from buildings on the university's Greek Row.
WSU Professor Shares Media Literacy Tips for Seniors
Erica Weintraub Austin to discuss navigating today's information landscape at free public talk.
Crime
Thieves Ram Car Through Wall to Steal From Weed Dispensary
Authorities search for suspects after break-in at Happy Time Weed Dispensary near Pullman, Washington.
21-Year-Old Injured in 30-Foot Fall from WSU Greek Row Building
Pullman police say the incident was an accident after the student slipped on ice while trying to urinate from a third-story window.
Two Arrested After Early Morning Pullman Assault
Whitman County SWAT Team assists in apprehending suspects on multiple felony and domestic violence charges
Sports
Washington State Hosts Saint Mary's (CA) After Wedin's 21-Point Game
The Cougars look to bounce back at home against the Gaels in a WCC matchup.
Cougar QB Arrives Early to Impress Strength Coach
WSU strength coach Malcolm Hardmon says quarterback is first to greet him in the mornings
Lakers Hire NCAA National Championship-Winning Coach in NBA Draft Role
Tony Bennett joins Los Angeles front office as it prepares for the 2026 NBA Draft.
Health
Research: Munchies May Aid Those Lacking Appetite
Study finds cannabis use triggers cognitive response to increase food intake, regardless of factors like age, weight or recent eating.
Prenatal Infection Linked to Increased Adult Alcohol Misuse Risk
WSU study finds antioxidant treatment may help reduce effects of early immune stress on later alcohol use disorder.
Researchers Find Key to Healthy Heartbeats
A tiny region in a little-known muscle protein may hold the key to a healthy, steady heartbeat.
