Eric Wilkinson

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‘Why are they doing this?’: Daycare owner fights for her kids after new state regulations

Some providers believe the changes will force them to get rid of families they are currently serving. EDMONDS, Wash. — Torrie Amaratunge bought her Edmonds home intending to turn it into...

Family desperately searches for missing Lummi elder

Bessalynn Mary James, 64, disappeared without a trace from the reservation six weeks ago. Police call it "suspicious." LUMMI NATION, Wash. — Bessalynn Mary James was reported missing from the Lummi...

Farmers fear future amid decade-long talks over Whatcom county water

Cities, tribes, farms and homeowners are all vying for a share of the same precious resource. BELLINGHAM, Wash. — The battle over water rights has been raging in Whatcom County for...

A more stable future in 21 days: Host homes sought for homeless youth

Snohomish County's Cocoon House is hoping the community will open its hearts and its doors. EVERETT, Wash. — Jeanne Crisp has always prided herself on making her house a home for...

Restraining order against estranged husband preceded Kingston mother’s killing

Officials believe the killing happened when three children were home. KINGSTON, Wash. — Kitsap County deputies are investigating the death of a mother in her own home, with three of her...

Snohomish County’s first crisis center faces financial hurdles

The $19.5 million center to help those dealing with drug and mental health issues was supposed to open in October. It hasn't seen a single patient. LYNNWOOD, Wash. — The crisis...

Overtime soars as Clallam County jail struggles with understaffing

The county has just 17 guards to manage more than 100 inmates. CLALLAM COUNTY, Wash. — As deputies process prisoners at the Clallam County Jail, they Are increasingly feeling handcuffed by...

Port Angeles embraces Canadians with heartfelt welcome amidst political tension

The city has a close relationship with Canada, both geographically and culturally. PORT ANGELES, Wash. — Only 22 miles across the Strait of Juan de Fuca separate Port Angeles from Victoria,...

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