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State lawmaker proposes bill to offer people money in exchange for gas-powered yard tools

A state lawmaker from Seattle is pushing to offer financial incentives to state residents if they give up their gas-powered yard tools.

4 years ago

King County Corrections Guild calls for two-week shutdown of jail operations

The president of the King County Corrections Guild is calling for a total two-week shutdown of all jail operations amid rising COVID cases.

4 years ago

State Board of Health will not yet make a decision to require COVID vaccine for students

The state Board of Health just started to consider making the COVID vaccine mandatory for school children in Washington, and will not make a decision yet.

4 years ago

Whatcom County Council names 22-year-old Simon Sefzik as late Sen. Ericksen’s replacement

Whatcom County Council named 22-year-old Simon Sefzik as the replacement for late state Senator Doug Ericksen in a 4-2 vote on Tuesday.聽

4 years ago

Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers tests positive for COVID-19

Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers says he has tested positive for COVID-19, amid a rise in cases across the region.

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Washington House, Senate will start session mostly remote as COVID cases surge

Amid a surge of COVID cases statewide, the Washington House voted to reduce the number of people allowed in the chamber for the upcoming session.

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Washington AG Bob Ferguson says it’s been a ‘slow recovery’ from COVID

Washington state Attorney General Bob Ferguson says he's now on the mend after testing positive for COVID-19 in December.聽

4 years ago

UW Medicine postpones non-urgent surgeries over rise in COVID cases

UW Medicine is postponing surgeries and other procedures that are not urgent through Jan. 14, citing a recent rise in COVID-19 cases.

4 years ago

Entire fire department in Grays Harbor town resigns in protest

All 12 members of the Cosmopolis Fire Department -- situated in Grays Harbor County -- resigned in protest over the weekend.聽

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State ferries on reduced schedules, short staffed heading into weekend

If ferries are part of your New Year's plans this year, beware that most runs are on a reduced schedule through the weekend.

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Lopez Island ferry dock damaged, but still in service

Part of the Lopez Island ferry dock is damaged after being rammed by a boat that made a hard landing, but it is still operating.

4 years ago

Pipes at risk of freezing, bursting in Western WA due to cold temperatures

With the cold temperatures expected to last a few days, your pipes -- indoor and outdoor -- are at risk of freezing and bursting.

4 years ago

Washington Attorney General Ferguson tests positive for COVID-19

Washington state Attorney General Bob Ferguson has tested positive COVID-19.聽He has been isolating at home since his first symptoms.

4 years ago

UW nutritionist suggests stopping after three bites of holiday dessert

A University of Washington nutritionist has some advice about how limit our sugar intake when faced with a tempting holiday dessert.

4 years ago

Washington astronaut details journey with NASA in chat from space with Gov. Inslee

High up in the atmosphere, Washington state native and astronaut Kayla Barron spoke with Gov. Inslee this week about her path to space.

4 years ago

State recognizes difficulty finding booster shots, assures there is ‘plenty of supply’

It may be tough to find appointments for COVID booster shots in Washington, but the state department of health promises there is enough supply.

4 years ago

Drama over Edmonds streateries continues after councilmember walks out of session

Restaurant seating continues in parking spots in Edmonds for now, after a special session of the city council is called on a technicality.

4 years ago

Bellingham woman sentenced to prison for ‘shunt’ attack on train tracks

A Bellingham woman was sentenced Friday in U.S. District Court in Seattle to a year in prison for railroad sabotage.

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Gov. Inslee rolls out 2022 climate proposals with focus on clean energy

Governor Jay Inslee rolled out his latest climate policy wish list Monday for the 2022 legislative session, which totals more than $625 million.

4 years ago

State senator proposes bill to repeal Washington’s long-term care tax

State Sen. Mark Schoesler has pre-filed a bill, hoping for a quick repeal of Washington's new long-term care tax when the Legislature meets next month.聽