Providence financials improve, but challenges remain

The operator of Kadlec Regional Medical Center reported improving financial circumstances for the third quarter of 2025, though its leaders anticipate headwinds that stress the need for continued diligence.  Providence St. Joseph Health, which operates Richland’s Kadlec as well as St. Mary Medical Center in Walla Walla, indicated in its quarterly report that operating revenues outpaced the 3% growth in operating expenses. Operating earnings […]

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State AG launches new initiative to support workers’ rights

Washington state’s top justice official is throwing more resources into enforcing the state’s worker protections, saying federal efforts have lapsed under the Trump administration.  Attorney General Nick Brown recently announced the creation of a Worker Rights Unit in his office. In addition to working with other AG divisions focused on worker safety, environment and civil rights, it will work closely with the state’s Department of […]

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