State’s new prescription rules to roll out next month
Fewer pills and more oversight are just some of the aspects of new state rules to help fight the opioid crisis in Washington state.8 years ago
New initiative is reducing the amount of prescription drugs in circulation
A new effort to fight the opioid crisis in Washington is making a significant dent in the number of prescription opioids in circulation.8 years ago
Seattle council questions mayor’s plans for extra soda tax money
Seattle's soda tax took in millions more than expected. Mayor Jenny Durkan has one plan for the extra money. But some council members question that plan and want to use the funds for the tax's original intent.8 years ago
Seattle police chief: Not approving SPD contract would ‘be a big mistake’
A tentative contract for Seattle police officers may be running into a few problems as it is in the hands of the city council. Not approving the contract would be "a big mistake" according to the police chief.8 years ago
SHARE/WHEEL cuts out early on tiny house village as city pulls plug
After initially running day-to-day operations at the controversial Licton Springs tiny village, SHARE/WHEEL is now pulling out of its agreement to run the village through its scheduled closure in March.8 years ago
Is I-1634 about groceries, soda taxes, or union jobs?
Election Day is just over three weeks away and Washington voters will have four statewide initiatives to decide on their ballots. Among them is I-1634 which aims to stop the spread of soda taxes in the state.8 years ago
Tentative SPD contract now in the hands of Seattle City Council
Seattle Police have been working without a contract, or a pay raise, since 2014. Mayor Jenny Durkan says that’s unacceptable.8 years ago
‘He got away with murder’ – Family of corrections officer reacts to court ruling on death penalty
Her sister, 34-year-old Monroe Corrections Officer Jayme Biendl was murdered in 2011 by inmate Byron Scherf.8 years ago
Prop 1 aims to improve access to early learning with $600 million levy
Seattle voters next month will be asked to approve Prop 1, a more than $600 million education levy that covers multiple education programs in the city, including subsidized preschool.8 years ago
Seattle Mayor Durkan visiting LA for homelessness crisis tips
Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan is visiting Los Angeles to discuss approaches to the homelessness crisis. Despite what she previously implied to the press, Durkan is not visiting the city's giant homeless tents.8 years ago
Seattle City Council debates erecting giant tents for the homeless
Should Seattle follow San Diego and L.A.'s lead and use large sprung tents that can house hundreds to get people off the streets and on a path to housing?8 years ago
King County announces police inquest overhaul in incidents of deadly force
Starting in March 2019, King County will enact an inquest process that allows victims of police shootings to call their own witnesses, among a series of other sweeping changes.8 years ago
Republican state lawmakers unveil proposals to improve mental health care
State Senator Steve O'Ban spearheads a trio of bills aimed at wide-scoping reform for mental health care, addiction treatment, and more.8 years ago
Why the Oso memorial matters: An agonizing search for a brother
John Hadaway spent seven weeks searching a field of mud for his brother after the Oso mudslide. He lost a brother, but gained lifelong friends.8 years ago
Ride the Ducks civil case heads to court Tuesday
A civil trial for the 2015 Ride the Ducks crash on Seattle's Aurora Bridge will begin in court Tuesday. If no settlement is reached, the trial could last up to five months.8 years ago
King County Council approves wide-scoping Gun Safety Action Plan
King County Council voted on their own Gun Safety Action Plan, strengthening gun storage requirements among a handful of other initiatives8 years ago
King County budget includes cash for gang unit members, but fewer than sheriff wanted
King County Sheriff Mitzi Johanknecht has been asking for money for three new positions for a regional gang task force. Executive Dow Constantine’s proposed 2-year budget includes two.8 years ago
Seattle cuts back funding from homeless agencies falling short of goals
While the money Seattle is investing in homeless services is paying off in some areas, not all contracted agencies are meeting their goals. The city is cutting some funding as a result.8 years ago
Board of health wants signs posted at gun shops, ranges
A new proposal, made by the Seattle King County Board of Health, would require gun shop owners post signs warning of the health effects of owning a firearm.8 years ago
Supreme Court considers initiative controversy around safe injection sites
A controversial initiative, blocked by the City of Seattle and a King County judge, is now before Washington state's Supreme Court. Organizers have hope that they will get I-27 on the ballot.8 years ago
Compromise measure secures Mariners, disappoints Seattle tourism industry
The fight over how much public money to use for fixes at Safeco Field should finally be resolved Monday as the King County Council votes on a compromise.8 years ago
Bethe1to Campaign encourages people to take action for Suicide Prevention month
The increase in suicides in Washington state has prompted the health department to promote the new national #Bethe1to Campaign.8 years ago
The Oso firefighters who refused to leave anyone in the mud
Meet Tim and Willy Harper, two volunteer Oso firefighters who refused to leave their hometown fire station that devastating day in 2014 and who helped ensure all 43 victims were found.8 years ago
