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WA Senate OKs assault weapons ban, longer wait on gun sales

Published 1:40pm Monday, April 10, 2023

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

Published 1:14pm Monday, April 10, 2023

Mid Sound Fisheries Enhancement Group is offering a free training program.

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King County Elections offers virtual workshops for candidates

Published 5:39pm Wednesday, April 5, 2023

Interested in running for office? Workshops have the details

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With access to abortion pill threatened, state buys 30K doses

Published 4:30pm Tuesday, April 4, 2023

Gov. Inslee says it gives Washington a three-year supply. The purchase comes as a federal judge may order the FDA to stop its sale.

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Investigation: $7.7M ferry accident caused by lack of ‘situational awareness’

Published 1:30pm Friday, March 31, 2023

Ferry captain reportedly resigned the day after the incident and did not help investigators.

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Washington state Senate passes tax break for newspapers

Published 1:14pm Friday, March 31, 2023

Vote 47-1 in favor of state B&O tax exemption; measure moves to House

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What fighting for access to reproductive healthcare looks like in 2023

Published 10:00am Tuesday, March 28, 2023

Many Washington leaders have been vocal in their support of equitable access.

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Massive fentanyl and meth bust tied to ‘Aryan Family’

Published 5:05pm Monday, March 27, 2023

A grand jury indicted 27 men and women, including a Renton man and an Auburn man, on drug trafficking charges for involvement in the distribution ... Read more

Mariners unveil new ballpark eats for 2023 season

Published 10:00am Monday, March 27, 2023

Our reporters sampled tasty barbecue, pizza, ice cream and more that will be served at T-Mobile Park.

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Skilled worker shortage could derail electrification goals | Brunell

Published 12:40pm Saturday, March 25, 2023

In the race to “electrify everything,” there are glitches that may derail the plan over the next 20 years. One is a shortage of skilled ... Read more

Schools, housing, salaries score big in Senate Dems $70B budget

Published 1:30am Friday, March 24, 2023

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

Published 1:30am Friday, March 24, 2023

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

Published 1:52pm Wednesday, March 22, 2023

Democratic budget writers say they will be cautious but able to fund their priorities. Senate put out a capital budget Monday.

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Frozen organic strawberries and a tropical fruit blend recalled because of Hepatitis A risk

Published 10:30am Wednesday, March 22, 2023

Two people living in King County have gotten sick.

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Stalker turns killer; shooting investigation drags on; bald eagle shot | Podcast

Published 5:11am Saturday, March 11, 2023

King County Crime Dive

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First-of-its-kind mental health crisis care center announced North King County

Published 12:30pm Friday, March 10, 2023

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

Published 12:36pm Thursday, March 9, 2023

Their bill outlawing the manufacture and sale of certain guns passed the state House. No Republican voted for it.

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State of the County: Constantine discusses homelessness, environment, cameras for deputies

Published 4:27pm Tuesday, March 7, 2023

On March 7, King County Executive Dow Constantine gave his “State of the County ” speech, outlining some of what he considers to be successes ... Read more

In Olympia, Finnish president makes case for NATO, strong ties with WA

Published 10:30am Tuesday, March 7, 2023

Sauli Niinistö became the first foreign head of state to address a joint session of the state Legislature on Monday.

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Washington needs more than 1 million homes in the next 20 years

Published 1:30pm Saturday, March 4, 2023

Department of Commerce officials say communities will need diverse housing options in the future as well.

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