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    PNW plant-based foods could help in climate fight
    PNW plant-based foods could help in climate fight
    By Aaron Kunkler • February 22, 2020 1:30 am

    Animal products create a lot of emissions, but veggie alternatives are coming from King County.

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    The language of the original bill prohibited privately-owned detainment facilities from being contracted by local, state, or federal government entities, but a last-second amendment was adopted to substantially narrow the focus of the legislation. File photo
    Lawmakers flinch on banning for-profit detention facilities
    By Seattle Weekly • February 19, 2020 6:15 pm

    Last minute amendment exempted ICE detainment facility.

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    A proposal to make King County Metro fares free for low-income households could be approved in the coming months. File photo
    King County considers free transit for low-income residents
    By Aaron Kunkler • February 19, 2020 9:05 am

    The program would target those at or below 80 percent of the federal poverty level.

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    Federal Way resident Mi’Chance Dunlap-Gittens, 17, died Jan. 27, 2017. Courtesy photo
    Law enforcement challenges report on sting operation that...
    By Aaron Kunkler • February 11, 2020 6:30 pm

    King County Office of Law Enforcement Oversight’s findings rattle Sheriff’s Office, police union.

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    Unstable housing? Apply for Section 8
    Unstable housing? Apply for Section 8
    By Seattle Weekly • February 11, 2020 4:50 pm

    Applications open in February for housing vouchers

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    In 2018, the city of Seattle approved and then repealed a head tax within a month. It would have levied a $275 per employee tax on businesses grossing more than $20 million annually. Sound Publishing file photo
    County head tax bill passes committee
    By Aaron Kunkler • February 11, 2020 2:45 pm

    Bill would let King County levy a tax on businesses to fund housing and address homelessness.

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    Gov. Jay Inslee signs the first bill of the 2020 legislative session into law. On the right stands the bill’s primary sponsor, Sen. Jamie Pedersen, D-Seattle, who is wearing a red tie. Photo by Cameron Sheppard, WNPA News Service
    Gov. Inslee signs tax bill to help fund...
    By Seattle Weekly • February 11, 2020 1:30 am

    Law shifts a portion of the tax burden to large tech companies.

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    King County Metro’s battery-electric bus. Photo courtesy of kingcounty.gov
    King County Metro bus fleet will be electrified...
    By Aaron Kunkler • February 10, 2020 10:35 am

    Future base in South King County would house hundreds of the zero-emission vehicles.

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    Three-quarters of the suicide deaths among children ages 10 to 14 are caused by firearms, according to a new report from the Firearm Injury and Policy Research Program at the University of Washington. File photo
    King County studies youth gun violence amid rising...
    By Aaron Kunkler • February 10, 2020 10:10 am

    It’s unclear what’s driving the trend.

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    High tides, as seen in this file photo of Raymond’s Willapa Landing Park in Pacific County, could become the norm in the future due to sea level rise. Sound Publishing file photo
    UW summarizes Washington climate impact on water
    By Aaron Kunkler • February 10, 2020 7:30 am

    The report localizes information from the United Nations.

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    State Capitol Building, Olympia, Washington. File photo
    Mental illness: Lawmakers propose plan to treat without...
    By Seattle Weekly • February 8, 2020 10:30 am

    Concerns raised on the guardianship and loss of rights for incapacitated persons.

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    A King County work crew clears a road near Preston on Feb. 7, 2020. Heavy rains appear to have caused multiple landslides along the road. Aaron Kunkler/staff photo
    The future could look a lot like this...
    By Aaron Kunkler • February 7, 2020 4:45 pm

    Climate change is expected to lead to more winter flooding in King County.

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    King County Council could place roads levy lift...
    By Aaron Kunkler • February 5, 2020 12:15 pm

    Levy could increase taxes for a median home by about $224 a year.

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    Screenshot from paradisofestival.com.
    Paradiso Festival is on the rocks following lawsuit
    By Aaron Kunkler • February 4, 2020 3:30 pm

    Paradiso Festival, one of the most popular annual EDM events in Washington state, may be in trouble after one of…

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    Recredentialed: Hundreds of WA doctors are stuck working survival jobs
    Recredentialed: Hundreds of WA doctors are stuck working...
    By Aaron Kunkler • February 2, 2020 1:30 am

    Unable to find residency positions, many are driving Ubers, working warehouses or unemployed.

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    A stump left over from a previous timber cut on Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2019, in Gold Bar, Wash. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
    Lawmakers back timber industry to help reduce WA’s...
    By Seattle Weekly • January 31, 2020 11:30 am

    8 million acres of private forests offset 12% of state’s carbon emissions, says forestry group.

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    Pot shops group up in unincorporated King County
    By Aaron Kunkler • January 29, 2020 3:30 pm

    A report found the retailers are not distributing around the county.

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    Washington state lawmakers will consider a system that would charge drivers fees based on how many miles they travel. File photo
    Lawmakers hear pitch to replace gas tax with...
    By Seattle Weekly • January 29, 2020 11:30 am

    Transportation officials recommend 10-year transition.

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    Sarah Abdullah is a pharmacist who left Iraq as a refugee. She joined the Welcome Back Center at Highline College and is now only two tests away from gaining Washington state certification to practice her trade. Aaron Kunkler/staff photo
    Recredentialed: Barriers face Washington’s immigrant, refugee professionals
    By Aaron Kunkler • January 26, 2020 1:30 am

    Even with degrees from abroad, it can be difficult for many to get certified in the state.

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    If passed, Senate Bill 6254 would limit the nicotine concentration of vape products, ban certain flavoring chemicals and require vape manufacturers, distributors and retailers to obtain licenses from the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board. Photo courtesy of ecigarettereviewed.com
    Lawmakers propose sweeping regulations for vaping industry
    January 23, 2020 3:15 pm

    Bill supporters cite concerns over health issues and teen use.

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    • Washington pickleball fans may may soon have special license plate
    • Effort begins to lower the legal limit for driving drunk
    • Police arrest Auburn man accused of trying to kidnap barista
    • Housing costs, homelessness among top issues in WA, survey says

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