Regional News

Commissioner Franz Enacts Statewide DNR Burn Ban


Jul 01, 2021
With fire danger increasing ahead of the Fourth of July weekend, Commissioner of Public Lands Hilary Franz has signed an order…





Washington State Patrol Phone Compromised


Aug 04, 2015
The Washington State Patrol (WSP) Headquarter’s telephone was compromised . The WSP received 30 complaints from citizens stating…

Wolverine Fire Grows to Nearly 16,000 Acres


Aug 02, 2015
The Wolverine Fire, burning on the west shore of Lake Chelan, made significant growth over a 24 hour period.  A Saturday night…

Witnesses sought in bicycle collision on Highway 2


Jul 31, 2015
The Washington State Patrol (WSP) is seeking the opportunity to speak with anyone who may have information about a bicycle rider…

Meetings scheduled on planned rotenone treatments of eastern Washington waters


Jul 22, 2015
State fishery managers will host four public meetings in late July to discuss plans to treat several lakes and a stream in…

Drought conditions prompt fishing closures, restrictions on numerous rivers


Jul 17, 2015
State fishery managers are closing or restricting fishing on more than 30 rivers throughout Washington to help protect fish in…