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Stealing From the Homeless

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Stealing From the Homeless

When you live on the streets, nothing is safe.

Homeless and Hiding in Suburbia

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Homeless and Hiding in Suburbia

In the woods outside of Seattle, the homeless are setting up camp, even building communities.

The Solution to Seattle’s Homeless Problem Is Painfully Obvious

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The Solution to Seattle’s Homeless Problem Is Painfully Obvious

More than 15 years ago, Seattle began experimenting with Housing First and then stopped. Why?

A Day Focused on Those We Forget

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A Day Focused on Those We Forget

Seattle Weekly joins more than 20 other news organizations to shine a spotlight on homelessness.

Medical Cannabis Patients May Temporarily Lose Access to Medicine, DOH Warns

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Medical Cannabis Patients May Temporarily Lose Access to Medicine, DOH Warns

But they can still buy recreational pot like anyone else.

When It Comes to Emergency Homeless Spending, Is the City Getting Its $6 Million Worth?

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When It Comes to Emergency Homeless Spending, Is the City Getting Its $6 Million Worth?

Critics say the mayor isn’t using his emergency powers to their full effect.

Making Everywhere a Safe Place in Seattle

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Making Everywhere a Safe Place in Seattle

The city has taken positive steps to address gay bashing. But it’s on all of us to stop…

The Cop Reformer in Sheriff’s Office Clothing

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The Cop Reformer in Sheriff’s Office Clothing

Deborah Jacobs has taken over the newly expanded King County Sheriff’s Office oversight office.

The Beginning and the End of Washington’s Wild MMJ Market

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The Beginning and the End of Washington’s Wild MMJ Market

This week, hundreds of marijuana dispensaries will be shuttered. How did that happen?

How Green Is the Governor?

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How Green Is the Governor?

Environmentalists are lukewarm on Jay Inslee’s policies regarding both oil trains and carbon caps.

The Making of a Drag Queen

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The Making of a Drag Queen

Behind the scenes with Betty Wetter, who never misses a soda before bed.

Seattleites celebrate Trans Pride in Capitol Hill. Photo by Nathaniel Solis

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Despite Rain and Violence, Trans Pride Seattle Thrives

Organizers estimate this year’s Trans Pride drew 5,000 people.

Impromptu Dance Parties, Cheerleaders, and Rainbow Clowns at Seattle Pride 2016

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Impromptu Dance Parties, Cheerleaders, and Rainbow Clowns at Seattle Pride 2016

GIFs from this weekend’s celebration of LGBTQ culture and identity.

Assphalt: Sounder Wifi Sucks, But it May Stop Sucking Soon

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Assphalt: Sounder Wifi Sucks, But it May Stop Sucking Soon

Right now, train internet is “an urban legend, like Pizza Rat or Slender Man.”

Photos: Seattleites March for Trans Pride

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Photos: Seattleites March for Trans Pride

The march was both a protest and a celebration.

‘This Is Not an Isolated Incident,’ Says Survivor of Trans Bashing

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‘This Is Not an Isolated Incident,’ Says Survivor of Trans Bashing

“This is a symptom. This is much larger than [what happened to me].”

Trans Person Beaten Bloody on Capitol Hill

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Trans Person Beaten Bloody on Capitol Hill

Leaving a fundraiser for the Orlando gay nightclub massacre, a Seattle trans person was bashed.

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Celebrating the “Brilliance and Resilience” of Black High School Graduates

An event tonight at the Langston Hughes Performing Arts Institute will honor African American students from more than…

Immigrant rights advocates gather at a press conference downtown. Photo by Casey Jaywork.

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Murray Reiterates Pro-Immigrant City Policies Following SCOTUS Decision

“No Seattle City official will ever ask you what your immigration status is,” said Murray.

Reporter Who Revealed Flint Water Contamination Speaks in Seattle

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Reporter Who Revealed Flint Water Contamination Speaks in Seattle

“They were forcing people to use water that you wouldn’t give to an animal.”