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Lawmakers Not Stoked About Protecting State`s Pot Laws

It appears Smith is the only Washington lawmaker willing to back the legislation, at least now.

(PORTLAND, OR) - A proposed law that would force the federal government to respect state marijuana laws is gaining bipartisan support, but U.S. representatives from Washington state aren’t so stoked.

It would be a lot cooler if they were, advocates say.

Woodland Police Investigating `Stranger Danger` Incident

Please IMMEDIATELY report any sightings to police by calling 225-8981 or 911.

(WOODLAND WA) - Woodland Police are investigating an incident that occurred this morning where two males in a vehicle apparently attempted to pick up one or more children walking to school.

It was reported that between 7 and 8 a.m., a black large SUV type vehicle was in the area of Gun Club Road, in Woodland.

Setting the Record Straight on Coal Exports

Taxpayers to foot $300,000 bill for unnecessary study.

(SEATTLE) - Even as proposals for new Northwest bulk export facilities proceed through the rigorous environmental review mandated by law, opponents continue to mount an aggressive effort to block these projects.

In particular, recent efforts to fan concern about alleged health impacts from an increase in railway traffic defy logic...

Big Wave Season Wrap Up, XXL Biggest Wave Entry and Upcoming Hip Surgery

Includes the XXL entry photo shot by Bryn Forbes and my GoPro Hero 2 footage that was shot from a board mount of that ride.

(GIG HARBOR) - I would like to take a moment to thank you all for your continued support during my big wave adventures.

For over 13 years now, most of you have been following and or supporting me in some way, shape or form.

Her Name is Rachel Corrie

Rachel has been eulogized and demonized, celebrated and castigated.

(CLERMONT, FL) - "My Name is Rachel Corrie" is based on the writings and journals of Rachel Corrie, the 23-year-old Evergreen State College student, who traveled to the Gaza Strip in 2003 and was run over and killed by a USA MADE Caterpillar D9R armored bulldozer which was operated by Israeli Forces, on March 16th, 2003.

It happened just a few days before President Bush began the bombing of Baghdad.

Activists Symbolically Close Nuclear Weapons Base With Acts of Nonviolent Resistance

The resisters carried a letter addressed to the Bangor base commander.

(SILVERDALE, WA) - Twenty peace activists from around the United States were arrested as a result of their nonviolent protest against nuclear weapons at a U.S. Naval base.

The Bangor Trident base is home port to eight of the nation’s 14 Ohio class nuclear ballistic missile submarines.

Anti-Nuclear Activists Coming to Puget Sound in March

The Pacific Life Community (PLC) is dedicated to ending nuclear weapons and war-making through nonviolent direct action.

(SEATTLE) - Activists from around the country will come to Puget Sound in resistance to nuclear weapons and war-making during the first weekend of March.

The annual Pacific Life Community Faith & Resistance Retreat is being held at the All Saints Camp in Gig Harbor from March 1st through March 4th.

Vancouver Police Officer Involved in Shooting

An investigation into the shooting continues.

(VANCOUVER, WA) - Saturday, members of the US Marshals Fugitive Task Force, were attempting to locate and contact a wanted felony suspect, Jesse J. France, DOB 11/16/62, at an apartment complex located in the 7500 block of E 18th Street.

Officers located Mr. France in a vehicle and during that contact, Mr. France rammed the undercover police vehicle that was occupied by officers...

Cannabis Community Mourns Passing of Ric Smith

"Munchies Save Lives!" was Ric's favorite motto

(SEATTLE) - A beloved & irreplaceable treasure of the Washington Cannabis Community has passed away.

Ric Smith's legend as a cannabis freedom fighting activist began in 1996, when a friend dragged him out of the "AIDS hospice" and took him to the Seattle Hempfest.

Marijuana Parties in Washington State: Vacation Destination and New Year`s Eve

I can hear the stampedes going through the airports from here, 40 miles away.

(PORTLAND, OR) - Now that marijuana is legal in Washington state, a new industry has suddenly flamed up.

Although it is illegal to smoke in public or while driving, any other place appears legal. The cops are crying in their beer about this -- tut tut.