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‘I can’t contain my rage at Donald Trump’: WA lawmakers react to storming of US Capitol

State lawmakers weigh in as Trump supporters gathered at the U.S. Capitol to protest the ratification of the Electoral College votes, forcing a lockdown.
6 years ago

Lawmakers reconvene after violent protests at Capitol

The U.S. Capitol went into lockdown after a pro-Trump mob forced its way into the building shortly after 11 a.m. One person was shot and killed during the mayhem.
6 years ago

Restraining order upheld in court against Spiffy’s Restaurant in Chehalis

Following a court ruling Tuesday, the restraining order against Spiffy's Restaurant in Chehalis for offering indoor dining has been upheld.
6 years ago

Gov. Inslee unveils ‘Healthy Washington,’ a regional reopening plan

Governor Jay Inslee announced a new reopening plan for 2021 called "Healthy Washington," which will be based on regions, not individual counties.
6 years ago

Tacoma Police Department ramps up rollout of body-worn cameras

The Tacoma Police Department rolled out body-worn cameras to over 80 officers on Monday, as part of a phased deployment wrapping up in March.
6 years ago

David Fahrenthold: Why GOP is ‘indulging Trump’s baseless fantasy’

With President Trump continuing his push to overturn the results of the 2020 election, the Republican Party has divided itself over supporting that effort.
6 years ago

WA Republican lawmakers divided on Trump’s final push to overturn election

Of Washington state's three Republicans in Congress, only Dan Newhouse has made his position clear on Wednesday's final tally of electoral votes.
6 years ago

Rain tapers off Wednesday, flood warning persists for Skokomish River

Just as forecasters predicted, a dry spell on Tuesday didn't last long before the rain returned.
6 years ago

Legislation to strengthen subpoena power of OPA, OIG passes Seattle City Council

The Seattle City Council approved new subpoena powers for the Office of Police Accountability and Office of Inspector General in misconduct investigations.
6 years ago

Mercer Island MD: COVID vaccine side effects can be uncomfortable, but temporary

Mercer Island MD Dr. Gordon Cohen describes his experience getting the COVID vaccine, and the temporary side effects he experienced.
6 years ago

Mobile phone service down in Skykomish, fix expected to take ‘several hours’

Mobile phone service in and around Skykomish is currently down, according to the King County Sheriff's Office. 
6 years ago

COVID-19 updates: All 8 regions to remain in Phase 1 until at least Jan. 18

The state Department of Health says there have been more than 257,000 confirmed coronavirus cases, and 3,699 people have died from the virus statewide.
6 years ago

How to set goals, make resolutions for the new year during a pandemic

The calendar has flipped to 2021, but psychologist Dr. Kira Mauseth suggests being realistic as you set goals and look forward to the new year.
6 years ago

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6 years ago

Minimum wage increase, protections for orcas among new laws taking effect in 2021

With 2021 now here, a handful of new laws took effect the second the clock struck midnight, while others will be delayed until later on in the year. 
6 years ago

Tacoma to end glass recycling pickup at homes starting next week

Starting Monday, Tacoma will no longer be picking up glass at homes and duplexes, a move that the city says will save nearly $500,000.
6 years ago

Certain lots of Sportmix pet food recalled after 28 dogs die

The FDA is alerting pet owners and veterinary professionals about certain Sportmix pet food products that may contain potentially fatal levels of aflatoxin. 
6 years ago

Restauranteur: West Seattle businesses ‘hanging in’ with community help

Lora Radford, executive director of the West Seattle Junction, and Todd Carden of Elliott Bay Brewing on the state of businesses in West Seattle.
6 years ago

Former Seattle resident arrested after body parts found scattered in Arizona

Walter Mitchell, a former Seattle resident, is accused of dumping human body parts in Arizona. Mitchell was arrested and booked into jail Tuesday.
6 years ago

Spiffy’s Restaurant gets court hearing over COVID restrictions

Spiffy’s Restaurant in Chehalis will wait one more week to hear if a judge will uphold a state order forcing the restaurant to stop serving food indoors.
6 years ago

Bomb threat forces evacuations of downtown Leavenworth late Tuesday

A bomb threat forced evacuations in downtown Leavenworth late Tuesday night. The area is now clear, but the investigation is ongoing.
6 years ago

David Fahrenthold explains why Lindsey Graham is to thank for Trump signing COVID bill

Reporter David Fahrenthold says there was a golf course persuasion from Senator Graham to get President Trump to agree to the stimulus package.
6 years ago

Boeing 737 MAX returns to the air Tuesday with first flight by US airline

American Airlines put the Boeing 737 MAX back in the air Tuesday as the first flight by a major U.S. airline since the aircraft was recertified last month. 
6 years ago

Fire at strip mall in Seattle’s Lake City determined to be incendiary

At least three businesses were destroyed in a fire at a one-story strip mall on Northeast 127th Street in Lake City, the north end of Seattle, late Monday.
6 years ago