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WA Senate OKs assault weapons ban, longer wait on gun sales
Bills outlawing many semiautomatic weapons and adding restrictions on gun purchases are now on course to becoming law.
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Advocacy group looking to empower local stewards of salmon habitat
Mid Sound Fisheries Enhancement Group is offering a free training program.
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With access to abortion pill threatened, state buys 30K doses
Gov. Inslee says it gives Washington a three-year supply. The purchase comes as a federal judge may order…
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Investigation: $7.7M ferry accident caused by lack of ‘situational awareness’
Ferry captain reportedly resigned the day after the incident and did not help investigators.
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What fighting for access to reproductive healthcare looks like in 2023
Many Washington leaders have been vocal in their support of equitable access.
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Man with IEDs said neighbors tried to ‘microwave’ him | Podcast
King County Crime Dive podcast.
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Massive fentanyl and meth bust tied to ‘Aryan Family’
A grand jury indicted 27 men and women, including a Renton man and an Auburn man, on drug…
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Mariners unveil new ballpark eats for 2023 season
Our reporters sampled tasty barbecue, pizza, ice cream and more that will be served at T-Mobile Park.
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Schools, housing, salaries score big in Senate Dems $70B budget
The proposed spending plan also spends money to fight climate change, help abortion providers and study police pursuits
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Audit finds accountability issues in King County’s equity and social justices programs
Auditors say the county lacks progress tracking, clearly defined roles and accountability measures.
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New forecast show state revenues won’t be quite as robust as expected
Democratic budget writers say they will be cautious but able to fund their priorities. Senate put out a…
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Frozen organic strawberries and a tropical fruit blend recalled because of Hepatitis A risk
Two people living in King County have gotten sick.
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Teen brings gun to school; security guard accused of sex crime | Podcast
King County Crime Dive podcast.
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Push to lower legal limit to 0.05 for driving drunk falls short
OLYMPIA — An effort to lower the legal limit for driving drunk has come up short.
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Stalker turns killer; shooting investigation drags on; bald eagle shot | Podcast
King County Crime Dive
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First-of-its-kind mental health crisis care center announced North King County
The facility in Kirkland is intended to fill gaps in the region’s mental healthcare infrastructure.
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House Democrats push Washington closer to assault weapons ban
Their bill outlawing the manufacture and sale of certain guns passed the state House. No Republican voted for…
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State of the County: Constantine discusses homelessness, environment, cameras for deputies
On March 7, King County Executive Dow Constantine gave his “State of the County ” speech, outlining some…
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In Olympia, Finnish president makes case for NATO, strong ties with WA
Sauli Niinistö became the first foreign head of state to address a joint session of the state Legislature…