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Historic documentary “Sugarcane” is the first Oscar-nominated film by a North American Indigenous filmmaker, shedding light on residential school abuse.

Spokane community protesters gathered in solidarity at the first Residents' Day March, bringing together diverse groups advocating for civil rights despite winter weather.

A Seattle federal judge temporarily blocks Trump's executive order to cut funds for youth gender-affirming care, citing constitutional concerns. More legal battles ahead.

Washington lawmakers consider two bills in 2025 to make Muslim holidays Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha state-recognized.

Local Buddhist, Christian, Unitarian and LDS congregations share how Valentine's Day inspires discussions of love beyond romance into community and faith.

This week's religion news roundup includes information about a Valentine's Day ball to raise funds for local LGBTQ+ youth, a proposed Idaho bill to bring Bible reading back into schools, a proposed Washington "homeless rights" bill Spokane businesses already oppose and more.

Lutherans respond to accusations of fraud and funding misuse by the Trump administration, reaffirming their commitment to service and social causes.