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Proposed Law Would Raise Age Limit For Tobacco Sales
State lawmakers cite health concerns over tobacco and vape products.
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Urban Indigenous Communities Push for Action to Address Violence Against Women
A new law seeks to strength data collection on missing and murdered indigenous women.
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Dembowski Selected to Chair King County Council
Dembowski will take over the position from Joe McDermott, who served as chair for three years.
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King County Considers Building 44,000 Affordable Housing Units By 2024
A report on housing released in December was accepted by the King County Council on Monday.
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Democrats Turn Attention to 30-Round Magazines, Ghost Guns In 2019
Following gun control success on the November ballot, state Democrats are eyeing further regulation.
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Climate Change Could Kill Salmon’s Sense of Smell
A report released by UW last month highlights further dangers higher CO2 levels pose to Coho salmon.
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It Looks A Lot Like Inslee Is Running For President
New statements and political fundraising from the Governor point towards a 2020 presidential bid.
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UW Fauntleroy Ferry Study Targets Performance Improvements
Short-term recommendations include improved staffing and technology to reduce bottlenecks.
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Substance Use Policy Revision Keeps Kids in Seattle Schools
Counseling and an individualized plans for students caught using drugs and alcohol has led to a decrease in…
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How Does The Texas ACA Ruling Affect Washington?
A ruling last week from a Texas judge striking down the ACA will likely be overturned.
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Seattle Weekly’s 2018 Year in Review
A collection of our favorite and most impactful stories from the past 12 months.
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State Supreme Court Upholds Youth Jail Levy
The decision, issued Dec. 27, sided with King County and allows it to keep collecting revenue.
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Harborview Hall Homeless Shelter Launches On First Hill
The shelter has been in the works for two years as the building has been renovated.
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Vashon Island Seen as National Model for Disaster Readiness
The small island community relies on local volunteers and individual awareness to prepare for a major earthquake.
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King County Launches Text to 911 Service
The service will help the hearing impaired and those experiencing domestic violence.
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Puget Sound Prepares For The Big One
Three years after an alarming report made national headlines, locals are quietly preparing for disaster.
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Why Do Washington Voters Struggle With Climate Change Policies?
Despite environmental awareness and the public’s apparent desire for reform, statewide initiatives keep failing
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Seattle Takes on Elder Abuse as Reported Cases Rise
Local agencies and geriatric care managers aim to increase public awareness about the epidemic.
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Climate Action Coalition Urges City to Respond to Seattle Squeeze
MASS asks the city to prioritize reducing traffic and increasing pedestrian safety ahead of the Alaskan Way Viaduct’s…