WSP

Authorities say that 20-year-old Jose Vargas was westbound on I-90, 20 miles west of Ritzville, when he lost control of his vehicle, leaving the roadway and then rolling at least once in the median.

2021 marked a noticeably violent year on Washington state roadways.

A spike strip maneuver was attempted to stop the vehicle, however, it was unsuccessful.

Thursday morning a Washington State Trooper was injured when his vehicle was struck while on the side on the road.

Sometimes, you just have to laugh.

Keep in mind, State Routes 26 and 195 as well as Interstate 90 over Snoqualmie Pass will have an increased WSP presence.

The WSP announced the death of Robert LaMay on Friday.

WSP Troopers caution motorists traveling during Thursday evening's rush-hour to be careful of compact snow and ice on roadways.

Troopers say the debris fell from a trailer or truck around 7:15 pm Thursday night.

According to the Washington State Patrol, and also reported by other sources, 8.5 Percent of the actual Troopers who work the highways have not submitted any paperwork of vaccination status, or exemptions.