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Tire companies have been busy eliminating underperforming locations in their portfolios over the last two years to reduce costs and expenses and improve profits.
Community Wholesale Tire Distributors closes facilities, lays of dozens
Tire companies have been busy eliminating underperforming locations in their portfolios over the last two years to reduce costs and expenses and improve profits.
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February 12, 2026 at 10:50 AM
Tire companies have been busy eliminating underperforming locations in their portfolios over the last two years to reduce costs and expenses and improve profits.
The HGTV personality shared the sad news on Instagram.
Fans Show an Outpouring of Support After HGTV Star Opens Up About ‘Deep Sorrow'
The HGTV personality shared the sad news on Instagram.
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February 12, 2026 at 8:50 AM
The HGTV personality shared the sad news on Instagram.
“It is literally the wild, wild west when it comes to data protection,” said state Sen. Yasmin Trudeau, D-Tacoma.
Immigration and privacy limits on license plate cameras pass WA Senate
“It is literally the wild, wild west when it comes to data protection,” said state Sen. Yasmin Trudeau, D-Tacoma.
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February 12, 2026 at 7:50 AM
“It is literally the wild, wild west when it comes to data protection,” said state Sen. Yasmin Trudeau, D-Tacoma.
Leydis Menendez Abdala, 52, will serve prison time after accepting a plea agreement.
‘Measure of justice’: Woman who fled to Mexico after fatal DUI crash pleads guilty
Leydis Menendez Abdala, 52, will serve prison time after accepting a plea agreement.
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February 12, 2026 at 6:50 AM
Leydis Menendez Abdala, 52, will serve prison time after accepting a plea agreement.
Top analyst revamps Apple stock price target
February 12, 2026 at 5:50 AM
Top analyst revamps Apple stock price target
Sam Darnold, Tory Horton, others walked the parade route to mingle with fans. DeMarcus Lawrence let folks touch the team’s Lombardi Trophy.
Seahawks, 700k+ fans wild at Super Bowl parade: ‘Crazy! This is beyond belief!’
Sam Darnold, Tory Horton, others walked the parade route to mingle with fans. DeMarcus Lawrence let folks touch the team’s Lombardi Trophy.
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February 12, 2026 at 4:50 AM
Sam Darnold, Tory Horton, others walked the parade route to mingle with fans. DeMarcus Lawrence let folks touch the team’s Lombardi Trophy.
The Tacoma-based health system settled the case from one of its Spokane facilities without admitting liability or wrongdoing.
Feds say MultiCare ignored surgeon’s ‘red flags.’ Health system to pay millions
The Tacoma-based health system settled the case from one of its Spokane facilities without admitting liability or wrongdoing.
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February 12, 2026 at 3:50 AM
The Tacoma-based health system settled the case from one of its Spokane facilities without admitting liability or wrongdoing.
Seahawks DE DeMarcus Lawrence brings the Lombardi Trophy to the fans during the Super Bowl 60 parade. See the incredible 12s interaction in downtown Seattle!
DeMarcus Lawrence Shares Lombardi Trophy With Fans at Parade
Seahawks DE DeMarcus Lawrence brings the Lombardi Trophy to the fans during the Super Bowl 60 parade. See the incredible 12s interaction in downtown Seattle!
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February 12, 2026 at 3:20 AM
Seahawks DE DeMarcus Lawrence brings the Lombardi Trophy to the fans during the Super Bowl 60 parade. See the incredible 12s interaction in downtown Seattle!
This is the second round of mass layoffs for the company in about six months. Almost 250 positions were cut across Washington in December.
Bellingham caregivers hit in another round of statewide PeaceHealth layoffs
This is the second round of mass layoffs for the company in about six months. Almost 250 positions were cut across Washington in December.
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February 12, 2026 at 2:50 AM
This is the second round of mass layoffs for the company in about six months. Almost 250 positions were cut across Washington in December.
Some shoppers may remember when department stores were the heart of the mall experience.
159-year-old retail giant announces more store closures
Some shoppers may remember when department stores were the heart of the mall experience.
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February 12, 2026 at 1:50 AM
Some shoppers may remember when department stores were the heart of the mall experience.
Apple (AAPL) is ramping up for an eventful spring.
Apple is about to launch a 'game-changer' iPhone
Apple (AAPL) is ramping up for an eventful spring.
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February 12, 2026 at 12:50 AM
Apple (AAPL) is ramping up for an eventful spring.
The company hid behind an alias for over a year while it worked on the 550-acre deal.
It’s official. Amazon is $5B mystery data center developer near Tri-Cities
The company hid behind an alias for over a year while it worked on the 550-acre deal.
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February 12, 2026 at 12:20 AM
The company hid behind an alias for over a year while it worked on the 550-acre deal.
Fall is the best time to seed a lawn, but there are times when seeding in the spring is necessary.
Here's How I Spring Seed My Lawn as a Yardcare Expert
Fall is the best time to seed a lawn, but there are times when seeding in the spring is necessary.
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February 11, 2026 at 11:20 PM
Fall is the best time to seed a lawn, but there are times when seeding in the spring is necessary.
Back in the 1990s and 2000s, it seemed like nearly every American had cable.
Iconic 39-year-old cable network, QVC, faces Chapter 11 bankruptcy
Back in the 1990s and 2000s, it seemed like nearly every American had cable.
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February 11, 2026 at 10:50 PM
Back in the 1990s and 2000s, it seemed like nearly every American had cable.
Bank of America (BAC) CEO Brian Moynihan isn't buying into the "economic doom" narrative.
Bank of America CEO drops surprising view on the economy
Bank of America (BAC) CEO Brian Moynihan isn't buying into the "economic doom" narrative.
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February 11, 2026 at 10:20 PM
Bank of America (BAC) CEO Brian Moynihan isn't buying into the "economic doom" narrative.
Colby Gunderson pleaded guilty to three felonies on Tuesday for his role in a crash that killed a mother and seriously injured her daughter.
Ferndale man sentenced in Whatcom County for fatal 2023 hit-and-run
Colby Gunderson pleaded guilty to three felonies on Tuesday for his role in a crash that killed a mother and seriously injured her daughter.
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February 11, 2026 at 9:50 PM
Colby Gunderson pleaded guilty to three felonies on Tuesday for his role in a crash that killed a mother and seriously injured her daughter.
Her raunchy sets often include absurd stories from the adult entertainment industry.
Political lightning rod Stormy Daniels sets date for Tri-Cities comedy show
Her raunchy sets often include absurd stories from the adult entertainment industry.
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February 11, 2026 at 9:20 PM
Her raunchy sets often include absurd stories from the adult entertainment industry.
Compared to January, average home rental prices decreased this month in four of seven of the county’s top markets.
Where are rents rising in Whatcom County? Our latest survey breaks it down
Compared to January, average home rental prices decreased this month in four of seven of the county’s top markets.
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February 11, 2026 at 8:50 PM
Compared to January, average home rental prices decreased this month in four of seven of the county’s top markets.
Seahawks fans begin to arrive at Lumen Field for the team's Trophy Celebration on Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026. After the trophy celebration, the team will parade along 4th Avenue in downtown Seattle ending at the Space Needle.
Seahawks fans begin to arrive at Lumen Field for the Super Bowl LX Trophy Celebration
Seahawks fans begin to arrive at Lumen Field for the team's Trophy Celebration on Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026. After the trophy celebration, the team will parade along 4th Avenue in downtown Seattle ending at the Space Needle.
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February 11, 2026 at 8:20 PM
Seahawks fans begin to arrive at Lumen Field for the team's Trophy Celebration on Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026. After the trophy celebration, the team will parade along 4th Avenue in downtown Seattle ending at the Space Needle.
Senate Bill 6346 passed out of committee Monday and will be debated on the upper chamber floor in the coming days.
80,640 weighed in at Legislature about contentious WA bill. What’s the record?
Senate Bill 6346 passed out of committee Monday and will be debated on the upper chamber floor in the coming days.
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February 11, 2026 at 7:50 PM
Senate Bill 6346 passed out of committee Monday and will be debated on the upper chamber floor in the coming days.
Ferrari has rolled out some of its most boundary-pushing models in recent years, broadening its lineup with offerings such as the V6 plug-in hybrid–powered 296 and the Purosangue SUV.
Ferrari Plans Five New Models for 2026, Including Its First EV
Ferrari has rolled out some of its most boundary-pushing models in recent years, broadening its lineup with offerings such as the V6 plug-in hybrid–powered 296 and the Purosangue SUV.
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February 11, 2026 at 7:20 PM
Ferrari has rolled out some of its most boundary-pushing models in recent years, broadening its lineup with offerings such as the V6 plug-in hybrid–powered 296 and the Purosangue SUV.
Tax credits are incredibly valuable to those who receive them.
IRS issues stern warning for taxpayers claiming 2 popular credits
Tax credits are incredibly valuable to those who receive them.
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February 11, 2026 at 6:50 PM
Tax credits are incredibly valuable to those who receive them.
Mortgage rates could move sooner than many homebuyers expect but not because of interest-rate cuts - rather because of how the Federal Reserve manages itsbalance sheet.
Why the Fed's balance sheet could move mortgage rates sooner
Mortgage rates could move sooner than many homebuyers expect but not because of interest-rate cuts - rather because of how the Federal Reserve manages itsbalance sheet.
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February 11, 2026 at 6:20 PM
Mortgage rates could move sooner than many homebuyers expect but not because of interest-rate cuts - rather because of how the Federal Reserve manages itsbalance sheet.
Officials are expecting hundreds of thousands of people downtown.
Seahawks championship celebration kicks off at Lumen Field
Officials are expecting hundreds of thousands of people downtown.
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February 11, 2026 at 5:50 PM
Officials are expecting hundreds of thousands of people downtown.
The 30,000-square-foot office building houses the Western Washington University Testing and Passport Center.
Whatcom County to purchase Bellingham office building for planning department
The 30,000-square-foot office building houses the Western Washington University Testing and Passport Center.
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February 11, 2026 at 4:50 PM
The 30,000-square-foot office building houses the Western Washington University Testing and Passport Center.