Solan: ‘Cops can’t do their jobs right now in Seattle’ despite new police pursuit law
Mike Solan, president of the SPOG, says 'cops can't do their jobs right now in Seattle' despite the state's new police pursuit law.2 years ago
‘No Turn on Red’ policy expands in downtown Seattle
According to SDOT, 28 locations are complete with the rest set to happen before the Major League Baseball All-Star Week.2 years ago
Tyler Lockett real estate agency becomes Seahawks sponsor
Tyler Lockett became a licensed real estate agent in Washington in 2021, the same year he signed an extension with the Seattle Seahawks.2 years ago
Report: Sugary beverages consumption decreases due to Seattle tax
鈥淚 used to complain about the [sugary beverages] tax before, but now 鈥� I realized how much it鈥檚 needed,鈥� a Seattle resident said.2 years ago
Everett expands ‘no sit, no lie’ law, bans public drug use
The Everett City Council is expanding its "no sit, no lie" law on a 4-3 vote, which is set to take effect May 18.2 years ago
WA, DOE agree to updated cleanup plan for Hanford Nuclear Reservation
The DOE and the state of Washington reached an agreement for planning a cleanup of radioactive waste from the Hanford nuclear waste facility.2 years ago
City of Kent creates legislation roadmap with drug possession ordinance
Kent Mayor Dana Ralph introduced an ordinance stating drug possession (not marijuana) will soon be a gross misdemeanor.2 years ago
Gov. Inslee signs affordable childcare access bill
The bill aims to allow more families to qualify for state-subsidized affordable childcare through the Working Connections Child Care program.2 years ago
Alaska Airlines, ZeroAvia team up to develop largest zero-emission plane
Alaska Airlines announced on May 1 that ZeroAvia is retrofitting a Bombardier Q400 plane with a hydrogen-electric propulsion system.2 years ago
Bill to increase penalties against hazing signed into law
"55% of students experience some form of hazing, and 95% of these hazing incidents go unreported," the legislation read.2 years ago
Auburn mayor frustrated over Olympia’s failure to pass drug possession law
After lawmakers couldn't agree over legislation regarding possessing illicit drugs, starting July 1, it will no longer be a crime to possess said drugs.2 years ago
Gee, Ursula question Amazon’s motives as employees are sent back to the office
Monday was the start of a long transition for tens of thousands of Amazon corporate employees to return to offices for at least three days a week.2 years ago
Kraken tickets continue to surge following upset series victory in Round 1
After upsetting the defending Stanley Cup champion Colorado Avalanche, the Seattle Kraken are advancing to the second round of the NHL playoffs2 years ago
Paid sick, safe time now permanent for Seattle app-based workers
Seattle became the first city in the nation to implement permanent paid sick and safe time benefits for app-based gig workers.2 years ago
Deadly fungus spreading in U.S. with approximately 60% mortality
The CDC has聽issued a warning about a deadly drug-resistant strain of fungus, Candida auris, spreading in healthcare facilities in the U.S.2 years ago
Suspect in Leticia Martinez-Cosman death pleads not guilty
Brett Gitchel, the man accused of killing Leticia Martinez-Cosman after a Mariners game, plead not guilty to all charges Monday.2 years ago
11 Washington counties receive ‘F’ grades for air quality
Despite being six months removed from the final month of fire season in Washington, 11 counties still received an "F" grade when it comes to air quality.2 years ago
Small Seattle landlords frustrated with late rent fees now capped at $10
The City of Seattle implemented a $10 cap on late fees for rental payments Wednesday after the council passed the decision on a 7-2 vote.2 years ago
Climate Pledge joins Seahawks, Mariners stadiums with a significant excise tax exemption
Climate Pledge Arena got an unexpected tax break because the Seahawks and Mariners ownership refused to pay an excise tax directed at stadiums.2 years ago
With Seattle’s housing levy set to expire, city council proposes to triple it
The housing levy is set to expire this year, leaving the Seattle City Council to develop a proposal to renew it over the next couple of months.2 years ago
Gov. Inslee signs bill finding death penalty in WA unconstitutional
Thursday Gov. Inslee signed legislation that repeals a number of unconstitutional state laws, including Washington鈥檚 invalid death penalty statute.2 years ago
Bill to increase Washington’s legal age of marriage to 18 stalls in Senate
While 96% of the nationwide marriages involving a minor were 16- or 17-years-old, 98 marriages occurred with a minor under the age of 14.2 years ago
Assault, reckless driving charges against former CEO Dan Price dropped
Gravity Payments co-founder Dan Price was originally accused of attempting to forcibly kiss a woman and grabbing her throat.2 years ago
