I grew up in a suburb just outside Philadelphia, PA and fell in love with radio listening to the legendary Harry Kalas call Phillies baseball as a kid. I love sports, history, politics (human chess), a good Scotch, and am a bit of a foodie. I'm a big animal person and can't see my house without at least two dogs in it. I also believe in civil discourse and that we can coexist with different opinions. The world would be boring if we all thought the same way.
Robb Francis
Did the Washington State House ‘Assault’ the 2nd Amendment?
Late Wednesday evening the Washington State House brought to the floor Substitute House Bill 1240 (SHB 1240). It is titled "Establishing firearms-related safety measures to increase public safety", but does it?
Beloved Owner of Travel Stops in Washington State Dies
If you've driven 1-82, 395, I-5, or 90 you've probably stopped at any one of Love's Travel Stops on those highways. The owner of Love's Travel Stops, which owns and operates eight locations in Washington State, passed away yesterday at the age of 85.
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Is a New Pounding at the Pump Coming In Washington State?
The Washington State Department of Ecology has released the results of the first "Cap and Invest" (more commonly know as 'Cap and Trade') auction of carbon fuel credits in Washington State history.
No Change to Washington State Police Pursuit Law
One of the most debated topics in this year's legislative session has been changing the police pursuit laws in Washington State that were passed in 2021.
Washington State House Passes Odometer Bill…with A Catch.
On Saturday the House moved a bill tied to the reporting of your odometer reading to the State Department of Licensing.
Walmart Closing ALL of Their Portland Oregon Stores
Walmart made it official...the last two stores operating withing the Portland city limits will close.
The Most Affordable Places to Live in Washington State
It seems like everything around us continues to go up in price. Over the last few years one of the things we have rise is the cost of housing. Even with that, a new study revealed the ten most affordable places to live in Washington State with the majority of them in Eastern Washington.
Star Witness in Manson Family Trials Dies in Tacoma
It was called the end of an era. It shook America to it's core. Those of a certain age that remember the chill that crept across the country in the aftermath of the Tate-Labianca murders still think 'Boogeyman' when the name Charles Manson is uttered.
New Kennewick Diner Opening in Old Just Joel’s Location
It didn't take long for the familiar dining location at 1515 W Kennewick Avenue to gain a new tenant.
Washington State Now Closer to Interring Relatives in Your Yard
House Bill 1037 (HB 1037) would give Washingtonians the ability to inter family members, or those they deem to be family, on their private property.
Will Washington State Pay You to Narc on Your Neighbor?
A pair of bills filed during this legislative session may bring back bad memories for some Washingtonians from the height of the COVID lockdowns.
Luxury Life on Mercer Island: Your Own Tennis Court, Golf Course, & Theater
How many times have you told yourself " If I could, I'd love to have ________ on my property"?