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Should electronic signatures be enough to qualify initiatives?

Secretary of State Kim Wyman on criticism from the left for not accepting digital signatures on initiatives, and why she believes we need to consider implications.

6 years ago

Bellevue modeler warns of ‘catastrophic outcomes’ with COVID-19 cases rising

With a “troubling” rise of COVID-19 cases in King County and across Washington state in recent weeks, public health officials are ringing the alarm.

6 years ago

Counties to remain in current phases; Inslee to sign ‘No Mask, No Service’ mandate

Gov. Inslee said on Thursday he will sign a statewide mandate by Tuesday that prohibits businesses from serving customers without masks.

6 years ago

SCOTUS decision on scholarships to religious schools not applicable to WA

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that religious schools can't be excluded from private school subsidies. In Washington, private school subsides aren't allowed.

6 years ago

Seattle business: Nothing done about CHOP until it affected officials

A member of a business in the CHOP area says the sweep came far too late and only when the protest impacted elected officials.

6 years ago

With CHOP dismantled, Capitol Hill resident ‘feeling relieved’

Capitol Hill Resident Joseph Suttner talks about his experience as Seattle police dismantled the CHOP on Wednesday morning in Capitol Hill.

6 years ago

‘Enough is enough:’ SPD takes back East Precinct, dismantles CHOP

Seattle police officers have arrived the CHOP early Wednesday morning, and have reclaimed the area around the East Precinct.

6 years ago

Cousin of Charleena Lyles says ‘culture of policing hasn’t changed’

Katrina Johnson, the cousin of Charleena Lyles, says change in policing won't happen until the right people with the right intentions are at the table.

6 years ago

Downtown Puyallup all clear after being evacuated for ‘major’ gas leak

Parts of downtown Puyallup have been ordered to either evacuate or shelter in place, after what the city is describing as a "major gas leak."

6 years ago

Who is running for Washington State Governor in 2020?

In the upcoming primary election on Aug. 4, 2020, there will be 36 candidates on the ballot for Governor of Washington state.

6 years ago

Face mask exemption cards are not real, not endorsed

If you have a medical reason to not wear a mask or face covering, there is no need for you to carry an exemption card when you're out in public.

6 years ago

Seattle journalist Omari Salisbury shares an inside look at the CHOP

Omari Salisbury with Converge Media has been reporting on the ground from the CHOP every day. He stopped by Seattle's Morning News to provide an update.

6 years ago

COVID-19 updates: 651 new cases, 5 new deaths

Health officials say there were 651 new cases coronavirus from Saturday to Sunday in Washington state.

6 years ago

What Seattle could learn from Camden, NJ remaking their police force

Louis Cappelli, Camden County NJ Freeholder, on dismantling their police department and starting from scratch, and what other cities could learn.

6 years ago

Business owner in CHOP says city gave away the neighborhood

Bill Donner (Richmark Label) is one of the business owners suing the city of Seattle over CHOP, and says the area belongs to the community.

6 years ago

Gov. Inslee says Trump cares more about dead Confederates than living Americans

Gov. Inslee on Friday slammed President Trump for caring more about dead Confederates than living Americans.

6 years ago

Washington Mask Challenge encourages making, donating masks

A statewide order requiring masks to be worn in public settings takes effect Friday, making the Washington Mask Challenge even more relevant.

6 years ago

Pride Month in Seattle goes virtual with three full days of events

Pride Month in Seattle is going virtual for 2020. There will be three full days of speakers, performances, and activities hosted online from June 26-28.