The city of Hermiston is making more bets that artificial intelligence and big data could transform its economy.

Researchers at the Department of Energy’s Pacific Northwest National Laboratory are bringing their knowledge of nuclear power, space governance, cybersecurity and technology test beds to the space domain by joining an organization that facilitates collaboration across the global space industry.

Medicare enrollees in Washington may soon need to get additional approval before undergoing some medical procedures, under a controversial new program the federal government will test in a half-dozen states. 

In the Tri-Cities, more than 80 people employed at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory by Battelle hold H-1B visas, making it a top 10 employer in the state for workers with H-1B visas.

Those working on radiation and nuclear projects as part of national security missions at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory are now being asked to volunteer to be laid off as the Richland lab continues to look for ways to cut costs. 

PNNL began asking in mid-August for voluntary layoffs as the Tri-Cities’ largest employer sought to make cuts in response to anticipated federal spending reductions. 

Businesses should consider banning cellphones from meetings. Paying attention to them instead of others in the room shows a lack of respect, listening, and social and self-awareness.

Several technologies developed at or in partnership with Pacific Northwest National Laboratory in Richland will receive part of $35 million in federal funding to move them to the marketplace. 

A 35-year veteran of Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, with experience in leveraging big data and leading national security research, will be its next director. 

Washington state Department of Ecology’s Washington Conservation Corps is recruiting young adults ages 18-25 and military veterans or those with a sensory or mental disability of any age to fill more than 250 positions across the state.