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PARADISE, Calif. The Camp Fire has claimed 48 lives and 8,800 structures in Northern California, officials said Tuesday. The blaze, the deadliest and most destructive wildfire in the states history, kept growing Tuesday, though firefighters got some reprieve as winds died down. Still, though swirling winds and limited visibility at times remained challenging, Cal Fire operations section chief Joshua Bischof said the day was a successful one. Winds Tuesday werent as brisk, something forecasters said should be the case

CRAWFORDSVILLE, Ind. Police say an Indiana woman murdered her husband and didnt report it for days, according to WXIN. The incident occurred on Friday in Montgomery County, but police say Sheila Ridenour waited until 3:24 a.m. Monday to tell authorities that she had shot her husband to death. Officers responded to the home in the 5700 block of West 700 South and found Billy Ridenour, 62, dead. Sheila was taken into custody and transported to the Montgomery County Jail.

MALIBU, Calif. AP Southern Californias huge wildfire roared to life again Tuesday in a mountain wilderness area. But in a sign of significant progress against the blaze, more neighborhoods were reopened to thousands of residents who fled last week. A massive plume rose suddenly at midmorning in the Santa Monica Mountains near the community of Lake Sherwood, prompting authorities to send numerous aircraft to drop fire retardant and water on the blaze. Forecasters had warned of ongoing fire danger

$1 million of the 2019-2020 King County budget will be used to restart the Sheriffs gang unit. The money will be used for hiring, training, and advancement of recruits.

An Edmonds man is being recognized for creating videos detailing his life as a nurse while also educating people about important health issues.

The number of confirmed acute flaccid myelitis cases from 25 states, including Washington, represents a threefold increase compared to the same time period last year.

After the Riverdale actress revealed the adorable nickname her BF has for her last night on the PCA red carpet, Camila tells Busy the real reason behind it.

In this cinematic universe, you never know whos going to pop up next. Join WatchMojo as we count down our picks for the Top 10 Cameos in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

The 2018 E Peoples Choice Awards aired Sunday night, and two CW shows went home winners.

Washington State Parks announced the launch of an interactive online recreation map specifically developed for people with disabilities. Washington state has long been a leader in providing accessible outdoor recreation. Washington State Parks is committed to making outdoor recreation accessible ...more

By Morf Morford Tacoma Daily Index Yes, I know 2018 is almost over, but just as many of the defining events of a decade occur in the latter half, many of the defining events of a year happen in final ...more

CHICAGO Coinciding with the 80th anniversary of Kristallnacht, the American Bar Association has released a historical and timely rule-of-law book that details how one government Nazi Germany systematically undermined fair and just law through humiliation, degradation and ...more

The state Department of Social and Health Services has agreed to pay $900,000 to the estate of a 74-year-old woman who allegedly was neglected and abused as a patient at Click to Continue

Major league baseball has launched an investigation into allegations from a former Seattle Mariners executive of racism and gender discrimination against the club. Lorena Martin, the Mariners director of high Click to Continue

If youve missed going to Tacomas iconic Pantages Theater, good news. Its back with shows starting Thursday. The $24.5 million renovation of the historic site at Ninth Street and Broadway Click to Continue