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State BLM group calls on FBI to open investigation into Pierce County Sheriff

A Washington BLM coalition issued a letter to the FBI this week, calling on the department to open an investigation into Pierce County Sheriff Ed Troyer.

4 years ago

Capital gains tax inches closer to passage in Washington, but still faces final hurdle

After hours of debate across two days, the Washington state House voted Wednesday to approve a proposed 7% capital gains tax,

4 years ago

Seattle leaders propose millions in spending for COVID recovery, aging bridges

Seattle city leaders unveiled a pair of proposals this week to direct millions of dollars towards COVID-19 recovery efforts and aging infrastructure.

4 years ago

Health officer: Snohomish County ‘in serious jeopardy’ of rolling back to Phase 2

Snohomish County is at risk of being one of the next counties to roll back to Phase 2 of reopening when the state re-evaluates COVID-19 data May 3.聽

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New budget forecast paints rosy picture for Seattle’s post-pandemic recovery

Seattle's financial future is brighter than originally predicted, having taken a positive turn over the last five months according to a new budget forecast.

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Accountability group received over 19,000 complaints against SPD from protests in 2020

Seattle's Office of Police Accountability released an expansive report last week, detailing the thousands of complaints the oversight body received in 2020.

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Auburn the latest Puget Sound city to tighten rules for homeless camping

Auburn City Council will vote Monday on a measure that would make it a criminal offense to camp in public parks or on other city properties.聽

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These six candidates are pulling in the most money in the race for Seattle’s next mayor

The list of fundraising leaders in the race for Seattle mayor has doubled in the last month, led by homelessness advocate Colleen Echohawk.

4 years ago

Tulalip Tribe reaches deal for first sports betting contract in Washington

Washington state has now reached a tentative deal that would allow the Tulalip Tribe to host and facilitate sports betting at licensed casinos.

4 years ago

Tim Eyman ordered by judge to pay another $2.9 million in fines to state

Tim Eyman has been ordered to pay nearly $2.9 million in court fees related to a recently-resolved lawsuit brought by state Attorney General Bob Ferguson.聽

4 years ago

Seattle mayoral candidate: Challengers should support defunding SPD ‘or drop out’

The future of policing is one of the central debates for candidates running for Seattle mayor in 2021. So, where do they each stand on the future of SPD?

4 years ago

Marshawn Lynch sits down with Dr. Anthony Fauci for candid one-on-one

Dr. Anthony Fauci fielded questions on Friday from none other than former Seattle Seahawks star running back Marshawn Lynch.聽

4 years ago

Washington solidifies goal to end sale of new gas-powered cars by 2030

The Washington state Legislature passed a bill Wednesday setting an ambitious goal to end the sale of new gas-powered cars by 2030.

4 years ago

Gov. Inslee defends decision to roll three counties back to Phase 2

Gov. Jay Inslee addressed criticism of the Phase 2 rollback of three counties, defending the move as essential in order to avoid a fourth wave.

4 years ago

In parting letter to shareholders, Bezos says Amazon ‘needs to do a better job’ for its workers

Jeff Bezos published his final letter to Amazon shareholders as CEO, stating that the company still has a ways to go in better serving its employees.聽

4 years ago

Superintendent Reykdal delays state tests for students over ‘inequitable access for remote learners’

Washington Superintendent of Public Instruction Chris Reykdal announced Wednesday that he will be delaying general state tests for students.聽

4 years ago

What to expect with Washington vaccine eligibility now opened up

With COVID-19 vaccine eligibility now open to all Washingtonians age 16 or older, the state is warning people to remain patient and expect delays.

4 years ago

Investigation to determine whether Pierce County sheriff has ‘pattern of misuse of authority’

Pierce County Council released an update on its investigation into Sheriff Ed Troyer Tuesday, laying out its expansive scope in the coming weeks.

4 years ago

No, you can’t keep ‘murder hornets’ as pets in Washington state

Asian Giant Hornets are set to emerge from their hibernation any day now, and state officials are looking for new ways to fight their spread.聽

4 years ago

King County Executive joins growing calls for sheriff’s resignation

A newly-revealed letter indicates that Executive Dow Constantine has joined the growing calls for King County Sheriff Mitzi Johanknecht's resignation.聽