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Kent, Auburn, Renton mayors sign letter to legislators about drug laws
Three among 28 mayors across the state opposing House changes to Senate bill on drug possession laws
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Police poised to regain ability to undertake more pursuits
A bill partially unwinding a 2021 policing reform clears the Legislature. It is headed to Gov. Jay Inslee…
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$1.25 billion mental health levy is on April 25 special election ballot
King County Crisis Care Centers proposal would raise money through a property tax.
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Man accused of kidnapping, attempting to kill son of missing Seattle woman
The suspect, Brett Michael Gitchel, is also accused of setting the missing woman’s car on fire.
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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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King County Elections offers virtual workshops for candidates
Interested in running for office? Workshops have the details
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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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Washington state Senate passes tax break for newspapers
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
Many Washington leaders have been vocal in their support of equitable access.
Northwest
Man with IEDs said neighbors tried to ‘microwave’ him | Podcast
King County Crime Dive podcast.