Lawyer: WA Supreme Court has ‘convoluted opinion’ over capital gains tax
The capital gains tax, signed last year by Gov. Jay Inslee, went into effect in Jan. 2022, before it was stopped by lawsuits.4 years ago
ESD: Washington gained more than 15,000 jobs in February
While Washington’s unemployment rate remained constant at 4.6%, the state gained approximately 15,300 jobs last month.4 years ago
14-year-old student allegedly attacks teacher at Alderwood Middle School
The incident resulted in the arrest and emergency expulsion of the student. The teacher is currently at the hospital.4 years ago
Seattle small landlords blame regulations for 14% drop in properties
Tangentially, the share of large rental properties -- property owners owning between 21 and 200 units -- grew by 12% over the same time span.4 years ago
Seattle lawyer on tenants: ‘Lot of reasons to reject somebody with criminal history’
The court ruled the ordinance violated landlords' First Amendment rights after a lawsuit was filed by the RHA of Washington.4 years ago
Eviction notices one of most dangerous jobs a police officer faces
Assaults on officers in Washington state increased in 2022 by nearly 20%. For those serving eviction notices, the percentage nearly doubles.4 years ago
Speculating potential Trump charges as country awaits indictment
"I think the charges they are going to make against Trump here is something like falsifying business records," Farenthold said.4 years ago
Fatal overdose victim abandoned at Seattle Children’s parking lot
Sources told Jason Rantz there was a note left on the windshield explaining she died of an overdose. SPD is currently looking for a suspect.4 years ago
Seattle dives into professional cricket with new franchise, the Orcas
The Orcas will be one of six U.S. teams in Major League Cricket, alongside Dallas, San Francisco, New York City, Los Angeles, and Washington, D.C.4 years ago
Seattle City Attorney: Time to create ‘accountability in the public safety system’
The Seattle City Attorney identified 118 individuals who were responsible for over 2,400 cases referred to the office over the past 5 years.4 years ago
Semi-truck topples over on SR-167, northbound lanes reopened after long delay
A semi-truck rolled over on northbound State Route 167 Friday afternoon — just north of Ellingson — with the collision blocking all lanes.4 years ago
Suits: ‘I had a nose full of Seattle in 30 seconds’ while riding the bus
Bryan Suits came in close contact with loose fecal matter while on a bus in Seattle — surviving to tell the tale on-air Friday.4 years ago
Bremerton School Board settles for $2M to football coach Kennedy
Former Bremerton High School football coach Joe Kennedy has been officially reinstated by the school following a seven-year legal battle.4 years ago
Dem. Senator: Police pursuit bill a ‘big political win,’ despite own party disagreeing
A police pursuit bill, SB 5352, set to loosen restrictions for officers chasing criminals narrowly passed in the Washington State Senate on a 26-23 vote.4 years ago
Man arrested for arson during CHOP enters race for Seattle city council seat
"My crime does not define who I will be in the future, or my narrative, or the legislative policies I can implement in Seattle for the greater good of my people."4 years ago
Stine: Crackdown against transgender kids in sports ‘is the same’ as Coach Kennedy
H.R. 734's specific language states student-athletes must compete in sports in accordance with “a person’s reproductive biology and genetics at birth.”4 years ago
Auto Theft Prevention has funds siphoned while car thefts reach all-time high
The trend spilled into the new year, as the Puget Sound Auto Theft Task Force reported more than 81 cars were stolen per day in January alone.4 years ago
Seattle looks to create two new off-leash dog parks amid post-pandemic pet boom
Lincoln Park, Me-Kwa-Mooks Park, Hamilton Viewpoint Park, West Seattle Stadium, and the Delridge Playfield have been listed as some proposed locations.4 years ago
Stine challenges success of WA’s first ever carbon emission auction
Recent reports stated nearly $300 million was spent by companies bidding against each other to buy a limited amount of carbon emission allowances.4 years ago
WA carbon emission auction nets nearly $300M from oil, gas companies
The cap-and-invest program sets a limit on carbon emissions, requiring businesses to obtain allowances for greenhouse gas emissions.4 years ago
Shawn Kemp’s attorneys claim he acted in self defense in Tacoma shooting
Former Seattle SuperSonics star Shawn Kemp has been booked into Pierce County Jail on a "drive-by shooting" charge.4 years ago
Bill for fewer restrictions on police pursuits passes in WA Senate
With new amendments to the legislation, the bill would give police the authority to pursue a suspect if they have a “reasonable suspicion.”4 years ago
Three-decade high in WA teachers leaving profession as burnout soars
There was a 37-year-high in Washington teachers leaving the profession last year, according to a report from the Calder Policymakers Council.4 years ago
