The Skagit County Interlocal Drug Enforcement Unit seized about 300,000 counterfeit pills containing fentanyl in 2022, marking a significant increase from the about 18,000 pills seized in 2021.
Official: 17 people killed in bus-truck crash in NW Pakistan
A rescue official in northwest Pakistan says a head-on collision between a passenger bus and a speeding truck trailer killed at least 17 passengers.
Apple, Google profits squeezed on China, sluggish economies
Apple reports first drop in quarterly revenue since 2019 as China’s zero-COVID policy disrupted iPhone output.
Former US Navy captain sentenced in massive bribery scandal
A former U.S. Navy captain who was caught up in a massive contracting scandal has been sentenced to 2 1/2 years in federal prison for taking nearly $91,000 in bribes.
Hundreds of Portland city workers on strike for better pay
Negotiations over a new four-year deal broke down in December, Oregon Public Broadcasting reported.
Mariners position analysis: Will Seattle find its answer in left field with a platoon?
With 2023 spring training looming, it’s difficult to know what is fair to expect from Jarred Kelenic, who will compete with Taylor Trammell for a starting spot on the opening day roster.
A Portland stolen-car hunter abandons the chase, but his disciples plan to keep going
“PDX Stolen Cars” was formed by a Portland car lover as car thefts in the Pacific Northwest – and across the nation – surged, overwhelming police departments.
NHL continues diversity efforts during All-Star celebrations
The NHL is using its All-Star celebrations in South Florida to highlight its efforts to increase diversity in the sport.