Washington state

When whale researchers encountered a pod of orcas in the Strait of Juan de Fuca between Washington and British Columbia on Saturday, they spotted one female swimming strangely: She was carrying a dead newborn orca on her nose.

Researchers recently published a study tracking the presence of killer whales in Washington waters, such as Puget Sound and the Salish Sea, since the 1970s.

Unprecedented flooding is driving tens of thousands of people from their homes. As local authorities share resources, the state is asking for federal aid.

Tons of Northwest ingredients — like cranberries, turkeys and potatoes —can be found on your own Thanksgiving table.

An endangered orca was spotted Friday carrying a dead newborn on her nose, umbilical cord still attached, between Orcas Island and Cypress Island in Washington state.

A record twenty-two million dollars in opposition spending appears to have paid off for grocery, seed and pesticide makers. Washington voters Tuesday…