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The Daily Evergreen

The student voice of Washington State University since 1895

The Daily Evergreen

The student voice of Washington State University since 1895

The Daily Evergreen

WSU Panhellenic Council President Ani Duni says community outreach and transparency are two of the goals laid out in ‘Forward 19’ Thursday afternoon in the CUB. Duni says Panhellenic hopes to include more diverse programs and to improve overall inclusivity on campus.

Panhellenic Council looks to improve safety

CARMEN JARAMILLO, Evergreen reporter April 2, 2019

The WSU Panhellenic Council may revise bylaws in the coming months to focus on safety as part of an initiative called “Forward 19.” Panhellenic President Ani Duni said traditionally Panhellenic...

“My injury is quite old, so I don’t know what opportunities for recovery I have at this point,” abuse survivor Victoria says.

Domestic abuse, brain injury link inspires bill

LAUREN ELLENBECKER, Evergreen reporter April 2, 2019

Victoria records daily conversations, transcribes the recordings, refers to her notebook and studies material until it becomes a memory. “If I don’t write something down, it doesn’t exist in my...

Studded tires are illegal to use when it is not winter, but a proposed bill would ban the the use of studded tires year-round. Cindy Ryu, Washington state representative, says using these tires cause significant damage to roads that costs taxpayers money.

Proposed bill could make studded tires illegal

JAYCE CARRAL, Evergreen reporter March 28, 2019

Washington state highways received over $20 million in repairs due to damage from tires House Bill 1309 would phase out and ultimately ban studded tires in Washington by 2025. John Shaheen, WSU Transportation...

Pullman City Police Chief Gary Jenkins talks about the need for a new captain position on the force Jan. 15 at City Hall.

City police recognized for drone program

GEORGE ERALIL, Evergreen reporter March 26, 2019

The Alliance for Innovation will award the Pullman Police Department for its use of drones in local government initiatives, community outreach and welfare projects. Pullman Police Chief Gary Jenkins...

The intersection of Grimes Way and Terre View Drive was briefly closed after the accident.

Contractors remove feeder tunnel, close some pedestrian access on Grimes Way

CODY SCHOELER, Evergreen reporter March 25, 2019

Electric contractors started construction work on the WSU electric power distribution system Monday. WSU Construction Manager Brian Funke said contractors will remove an old feeder tunnel. The construction...

NHSTA recalls 37 million Takata airbags

JAYCE CARRAL, Evergreen reporter March 19, 2019

Pullman Police issued an alert regarding a recall of Takata airbags. Drivers can check their vehicle for any recalls by going to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration website and entering...

If this bill is made into law, it would change the legal smoking age from 18 to 21. This would include vapes and cigarette use.

New bill could raise smoking age

CAMERON SHEPPARD, Evergreen reporter March 7, 2019

The Washington state House of Representatives voted 66-30 in favor of raising the minimum age required to buy tobacco and vaping products from 18 to 21. The bill, HB 1074, was supported by state Attorney...

Parking limitations to occur during spring break

CODY SCHOELER, Evergreen reporter March 6, 2019

Parking on campus will be restricted over spring break to allow for the City of Pullman Maintenance and Operations staff to clean up the streets. Pullman Police Commander Chris Tennant said parking...

The WSU Pullman campus will conduct a mandatory test of the alert system this morning. This involves locking electronic doors on campus.

WSU plans test for alert system

ELAYNE RODRIGUEZ, Evergreen reporter March 4, 2019

WSU will hold an all-campus lockdown to test the alert system at 11:45 a.m. Tuesday on the Pullman campus. Emergency Management Coordinator Sarah Blatner said when the doors lock, WSU students, faculty...

Pullman Police Chief Gary Jenkins discusses recent personnel changes in the Pullman department during the Pullman Police Advisory Committee on Jan. 14 at city hall

Police develop Pullman strategic plan

CARMEN JARAMILLO, Evergreen reporter February 26, 2019

The Pullman Police Department is consulting with graduate students from the University of Washington to develop a strategic plan to guide the department in the coming years, Pullman Police Chief Gary Jenkins...

The Evergreen works to provide the best information about recent crime and court updates in the Pullman area.

Car accidents higher than average as icy conditions continue

CODY SCHOELER, Evergreen reporter February 26, 2019

There were eight reported traffic accidents in Pullman due to slick road conditions on Sunday, said Pullman Police Commander Chris Tennant. None of the accidents resulted in injuries because the vehicles...

Snow covers vehicles parked along Greek Row in January 2017.

City advises residents to avoid street parking during snowstorm

CHERYL AARNIO, Evergreen reporter February 25, 2019

When the snow accumulates, people are advised to move their cars from the sides of the street so snow plows can get through. Last week, the City of Pullman asked residents not to park on the street...

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