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Swedish nurse strike still possible following Dec. 30 negotiations
Not enough progress was made, nurses unions say.
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Swedish Medical Center nurses could send notification of strike by year’s end
Union reps say negotiations have stalled since they began in April.
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Who owns King County forestlands?
It’s a hodgepodge mix, but large investment companies own a substantial chunk.
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Catch a train: WA considers an Auburn to Spokane rail line
An east-west route could tie in with the proposed ultra-high-speed rail between B.C. and Portland.
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Regional homelessness authority approved by King County, Seattle
The authority will consolidate crisis response and services into one entity.
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King, Pierce county officials want answers on Sound Transit fare enforcement disparities
The transit agency reported in October that black riders were more likely than others to get fined.
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Despite concerns, homelessness authority moves toward final Seattle vote
Seattle’s homelessness committee aligned the city’s plan with King County’s.
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King County approves environmental justice provision
An update to the King County climate action plan should include an environmental justice framing as it’s developed…
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Homelessness authority approved by King County, awaits Seattle vote
The agreement would consolidate emergency services for people experiencing homelessness.
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Council approves $600,000 to increase security at King County Courthouse
The funding will be split evenly between increasing deputies, security and social services.
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Victims, law enforcement speak about King County Courthouse conditions
An entrance to the courthouse was closed after an assault.
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King County Council approves controversial winery, brewery ordinance
After five years, the county has updated regulations surrounding alcohol production and tasting.
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Tenant advocates prepare for another push in Olympia
Following wins in Burien and Federal Way, just cause evictions are on the 2020 Legislative agenda.