WSU researchers discover 'COVID-like' virus immune to current vaccines
Researchers at Washington State University discovered a new COVID-like virus in Russian bats that, if it infected humans, would resist current vaccines.
Nakia Watson helps Washington State beat No. 19 Wisconsin 17-14
Nakia Watson scored two touchdowns against his former team as Washington State beat No. 19 Wisconsin 17-14 on Saturday.
Former WSU coach Nick Rolovich files wrongful termination claim
Former Washington State football coach Nick Rolovich has filed a claim against the university seeking $25 million for wrongful termination after he was fired last year for refusing to get vaccinated against COVID-19.
Top 3 WSU police leaders retire after investigation
The Washington State University police chief and his two top subordinates say they will retire following an internal investigation that concluded they mishandled a complaint and subsequent punitive action against an officer accused of having sexual relations while on duty.
Auburn lawmaker pushes bill to keep UW, WSU in Pac-12
Washington Rep. Drew Stokesbary, R-Auburn, plans to introduce a bill requiring University of Washington and Washington State University to stay in their athletic conference.
WSU researchers find way to reuse disposable masks to improve concrete
Researchers at Washington State University have developed a way to reuse single-use disposable masks – by making concrete more durable.
Inslee signs law intended to reduce hazing incidents after WSU freshman's death
After Washington State University freshman Sam Martinez died from alcohol poisoning after a fraternity event in 2019, his parents became determined to prevent similar tragedies.
WSU player who went viral for dunk gets ready to head to NIT semifinals
The Washington State men’s basketball team is still dancing in March. The Cougs are in the semifinals of the men’s NIT tournament on Tuesday for the first time since 2011 when Klay Thompson led them.
2 bills call for higher penalties for hazing after death of WSU fraternity pledge
Two bills that raise the penalties for "hazing' are making their way through the state legislature, and both were inspired by the death of a Washington State University freshman two years ago.
WSU cancels classes Monday, Tuesday to allow students to safely return to Pullman
Washington State University announced that classes on Monday and Tuesday will be canceled due to the recent pass closures.
Inslee: WSU coach ‘just wrong’ in claims about vaccine order
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee is disputing Nick Rolovich’s statements that the Democrat targeted the former Washington State University football coach with his statewide COVID-19 vaccine mandate for all public employees.
Former Washington State coach Nick Rolovich appeals firing over refusal to get vaccine
Attorneys for former Washington State coach Nick Rolovich sent a letter to the university appealing his firing for refusing to get the coronavirus vaccine, contending school officials did not conduct a fair process to determine whether he should receive a religious exemption to a state mandate that all state employees must be vaccinated.
Washington State fans supporting team after Rolovich move
Joe Trull was disappointed that Nick Rolovich did not get a chance to coach a full season at Washington State.
WSU head football coach Nick Rolovich seeks religious exemption from vaccine mandate
This morning we have learned WSU head coach Rolovich has applied for a religious exemption from the state's COVID-19 vaccine mandate.
Reports: WSU head football coach seeks religious exemption from COVID vaccine
Washington State University head football coach Nick Rolovich is trying to get a religious exemption from the COVID-19 vaccine mandate, according to his mentor.
3 former WSU frat members plead guilty to alcohol charges
Three former Washington State University fraternity members have been sentenced to eight months of probation after they pleaded guilty to supplying liquor to a minor on the same night a 19-year-old freshman died of alcohol poisoning at an initiation event.
WSU coach Nick Rolovich says he intends to follow vaccine mandate despite previous statements
Washington State coach Nick Rolovich said Thursday that he intends to follow a new state mandate requiring COVID-19 vaccinations for all those working at the state’s colleges and universities, including coaches.
WSU to end ‘personal or philosophical’ vaccine exemptions
Washington State University has announced students will soon no longer be able to cite a "personal or philosophical" exemption to the school’s requirement that all who attend get a COVID-19 vaccine.
June Daugherty, former Washington women’s basketball coach, dies at 64
June Daugherty, the former Washington and Washington State women’s basketball coach who led the Huskies to seven NCAA Tournaments, has died. She was 64.
Rolovich vaccine decision puts WSU in awkward position
Many colleges across the country are telling students a COVID-19 vaccination is required if they want to attend classes on campus during the upcoming academic year.