More than a hundred undocumented youth in Washington’s foster care system could have a path to legal status. But a new class action lawsuit claims the state fails to connect these youth with the immigration services they need. KUOW’s Gustavo Sagrero reports.

Oregon wildfire survivors are asking the state Supreme Court to take up their case against utility giant PacifiCorp [[pacifi-CORP]]. OPB's April Ehrlich reports.

While Washington deals with another drought this year, a major hydropower producer in the state says it is not expecting any major impacts.

Candidates running for four Deschutes County commission seats on the May primary ballot have collectively fundraised over 1 million dollars. That amount sets a local record, and it’s a symptom of recent political shifts in the region. Kathryn Styer Martínez reports.

A new federal grant will help some Douglas County homeowners pay for repairs.

Low-income homeowners in Douglas County will soon have more help if their house needs safety upgrades.

An airport that’s often used as a base for fighting wildfires in the Oregon Cascades will be closed entirely during June and July.

LEDE: Washington gas prices are likely to continue rising in the coming months. That’s because of war in Iran AND a scheduled hike to the state gas tax. State Government reporter Sarah Mizes-Tan [MYE-zehz tan] has more.

LEDE: Gas prices in Washington state are persistently hitting record highs. It’s the second most expensive state for a gallon of fuel, behind California. State Government reporter Sarah Mizes-Tan [MYE-zehz tan] has more.

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[[HOST INTRO:]] Rising diesel prices are squeezing Pacific Northwest fishermen. They're cutting into profits and adding new uncertainty to an already challenging industry. Rachel Miller-Howard reports. :08