Hanford is testing a complex matrix of air scrubbers on a stack. It’s part of a massive effort to clean up 56-million-gallons of radioactive waste stored at the site in southeast Washington. NWPB’s [Northwest Public Broadcasting’s] Senior Correspondent Anna King has more.

A nearly two-month-long study is now underway at Hanford, in southeast Washington state. It’s looking at a new stack on the Waste Treatment Plant – and how to keep chemical nasties from coming out of it. NWPB’s Senior Correspondent Anna King has more.

Officials at the Port of Longview are trying to ensure a major rail terminal expansion will be built safely. As OPB's Erik Neumann reports, their concerns came up because of new scrutiny of the contractor they hired to do the job.

A new housing development in Albany is underway, and its developer says it will include homes that are designed to be affordable to many of the area’s residents. KLCC’s Zac Ziegler [ZIG-ler] reports:

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Amidst a challenging budget year – Springfield City Council is considering whether to ask voters to approve a higher fire levy.

KLCC’s Rebecca Hansen-White explains.

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Yesterday/Wednesday, Oregon Governor Tina Kotek announced new details about the state’s investments in conservation work --- using money from a lawsuit against Monsanto. OPB's April Ehrlich [ER-lick]] reports.

Yesterday/On Wednesday (5/28), commissioners at the Port of Longview discussed safety rules for a contractor that was awarded a $44 million dollar job on their property.

Washington state officials say the number of people killed in vehicle crashes decreased in 2024.

It’s spring – the time when birds nest and lay eggs. And near Portland, one unusual couple of nesters has drawn the attention of local birders. OPB's April Ehrlich [ER-lick] has the story about two waterfowl finding love, despite their differences.

The NCAA Baseball tournament opens Friday with play in 16 double-elimination regionals, including Corvallis and Eugene.

KLCC’s Love Cross reports.