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Frank Sumrall

DOJ challenges WA clergy reporting law, citing First Amendment violation

The Justice Department is filing legal action against the State of Washington over its new law, Senate Bill 5375, which requires members of the clergy to report known child abuse, even if it’s revealed during confession.
1 month ago
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Associated Press

Iran says it launched attack on US forces at Qatar’s Al Udeid Air Base

Iran launched a missile attack Monday on a U.S. military base in Qatar, retaliating for the American bombing of its nuclear sites.
1 month ago
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Frank Sumrall

Trump addresses nation after bombing ‘the bullies of the Middle East’; ³ÉÈËXÕ¾, KTTH react

Reactions from U.S. and Washington politicians and ³ÉÈËXÕ¾ and KTTH hosts after Trump that the U.S. military struck three sites in Iran.
1 month ago
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AAMER MADHANI, DAVID RISING, and SAM MEDNICK, The Associated Press

US has struck three Iranian nuclear sites, Trump says, joining Israeli air campaign

President Donald Trump said Saturday that the U.S. military struck three sites in Iran, directly joining Israel’s effort to decapitate the country’s nuclear program.
1 month ago
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Seattle's Morning News

‘First step is addressing housing costs’: Army veteran seeks Seattle mayoral seat to push for more progressive change

Seattle's mayoral race is in full swing, with candidates campaigning as much as possible before the August primary election.
1 month ago
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Heather Bosch

Lawsuit claims Washington farm replaced local employees with foreign workers

Washington state's AG alleges a local farm replaced employees with foreign labor.
1 month ago
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MyNorthwest Staff

Accused of harassing fiancée, King County Assessor calls resignation push ‘well-orchestrated’ collusion

King County Assessor John Wilson is pushing back against a temporary restraining order (TRO) filed against him by his former fiancée, Lee Keller.
1 month ago
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Samantha Lomibao, ³ÉÈËXÕ¾ 7 News

Seattle community rallies against fighting in Iran

On Wednesday, there was a big message of peace from people in Seattle’s Capitol Hill protesting missile strikes that have taken the lives of hundreds of people.
1 month ago
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Julia Dallas

‘A new low point for county politics’: King County Assessor continues to fight restraining order

King County Assessor John Wilson battles a restraining order from his former fiancée amid ongoing legal challenges.
1 month ago
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Gwen Baumgardner

Local leaders push back after Supreme Court upholds Tennessee gender-affirming care ban

Supreme Court backs Tennessee's gender-affirming care ban, prompting swift reactions from Washington lawmakers.
1 month ago
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Frank Sumrall

‘Less is more’: Chief Barnes praises Seattle Police ushering peaceful ‘No Kings’ protest

When approximately 70,000 people took to the streets of Seattle to participate in a "No Kings" rally against the Trump administration, the Seattle Police Department had a tall task in making sure everything went smoothly and peacefully.
1 month ago
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Frank Sumrall

No arrests after clash between protesters and police escalated in Tukwila Saturday

No arrests were made after a demonstration in front of the Department of Homeland Security field office escalated into a clash between police and protesters, the Tukwila Police Department confirmed.
2 months ago
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Frank Sumrall

‘Incredibly hateful and dehumanizing’: WA rep warns of rising political violence after Minnesota assassination

Washington Congressman Adam Smith spoke about rising political violence after a man fatally shot a Minnesota lawmaker and her husband.
2 months ago
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AAMER MADHANI, The Associated Press

Trump directs ICE to expand deportations in Democratic-run cities, undeterred by protests

President Donald Trump on Sunday directed federal immigration officials to prioritize deportations from Democratic-run cities, a move that comes after large protests erupted in Los Angeles and other major cities against the Trump administration’s immigration policies.
2 months ago
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Jason Sutich

Trump admin. orders Medicaid data be shared with Homeland Security for immigration enforcement

Deportation officials now access personal data of millions of Medicaid enrollees amid immigration crackdown under the Trump Administration.
2 months ago
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Associated Press

Israeli strikes kill Iran’s top military leaders and prompt retaliation

Israel launched a wave of strikes across Iran on Friday that targeted its nuclear program and military sites, killing at least two top military officers and raising the prospect of an all-out war between the two bitter Middle East adversaries.
2 months ago
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Julia Dallas

Trump revokes Columbia River salmon restoration deal, citing energy concerns

President Trump signed a memorandum to revoke the Columbia River Basin agreement that would impact the Lower Snake River dams.
2 months ago
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Frank Sumrall

‘Seattle needs help’: Mayoral candidate ready to leave doctor’s office for city office

The August primary for the election of Seattle mayor is fast approaching, and one candidate, a medical doctor with zero prior political experience, believes he's just what the city needs.
2 months ago
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US Rep. McIver indicted on federal ‘charges from skirmish at New Jersey immigration center

U.S. Rep. LaMonica McIver faces indictment for allegedly assaulting immigration officers in New Jersey.
2 months ago
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Frank Sumrall

Ferguson appoints Snohomish County director as WA’s top health official

Washington Governor Bob Ferguson appointed Dennis Worsham as the state's next Secretary of Health.
2 months ago
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Heather Bosch

Seattle mayor moves to toughen ‘nuisance’ law, targeting properties accused of attracting crime

The Seattle mayor aims to strengthen the "nuisance" law targeting crime-attracting properties for safer neighborhoods.
2 months ago
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Jason Sutich

WA Rep. pushes bill that challenges NCAA settlement, seeks fair pay for student-athletes

Baumgartner's bill aims to reshape NCAA pay structures and promote fair compensation for athletes while pushing for vital conference reforms.
2 months ago
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JAKE OFFENHARTZ and JASON DEAREN, The Associated Press

Protests intensify in Los Angeles after Trump deploys hundreds of National Guard troops

Tensions in Los Angeles escalated Sunday as thousands of protesters took to the streets in response to President Donald Trump’s extraordinary deployment of the National Guard.
2 months ago
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John Curley Show

‘The gloves are off’: John Curley analyzes the Musk v. Trump social media feud

Explore John Curley's insights on the Musk-Trump feud over tax credits and spending cuts. Discover the impact on social media today.
2 months ago