Nick Bowman
Lawsuit claims Washington’s new redistricting maps discriminate against Latino voters
A coalition of voting rights groups filed a lawsuit this week challenging a redistricting plan approved by the Washington Supreme Court.2 years ago
Amazon continues to run afoul of state regulators over safety conditions in warehouses
The Washington Department of Labor & Industries issued a citation to Amazon regarding conditions in one of its warehouses.2 years ago
King County COVID cases finally trending down, but ‘we’re not out of the woods yet’
After soaring to record numbers in January, COVID-19 cases in King County appear to finally be trending in a downward direction.2 years ago
UW expert: False rumors about forced quarantine for unvaccinated were ‘strategically amplified’
Rumors claiming that the state would soon be setting up forced quarantines for the unvaccinated spread like wildfire in recent weeks.2 years ago
Early friction surfaces in bid to remove cars from Pike Place Market
Efforts to remove cars from Pike Place Market are encountering early friction, with one group accusing city council of overstepping its authority.2 years ago
State lawmakers aim to dismantle ‘NIMBY at its core’ by ending community councils
A group of state lawmakers are looking to phase out Washington's last two remaining community councils in a bid to expand housing options.2 years ago
‘Health care workers are at their breaking points’: Coalition pushes state lawmakers for solutions
The last year has been a difficult one for Washington's health care workers, with a coalition now pushing for legislative solutions.2 years ago
Franklin High School students stage sick-out to demand better COVID safety precautions
Students at Seattle's Franklin High School are planning a sick-out on Friday, claiming that COVID measures are not being adequately enforced.2 years ago
Dog rescued after being trapped for days inside Seattle house that slid off foundations
A dog trapped in a Magnolia home that slide off its foundations was rescued by Seattle firefighters on Thursday afternoon.2 years ago
Gov. Inslee deploys National Guard, halts non-urgent procedures amid hospital staffing crisis
Gov. Jay Inslee announced Thursday that he will be deploying the National Guard to hospitals across Washington state.2 years ago
COVID cases in Seattle schools skyrocket, as cancellations, remote learning shifts mount
COVID-19 cases continue to mount among staff and students in Seattle schools, with some opting to move back to remote learning.2 years ago
Seattle’s Bumbershoot Festival to return with new partner, reworked format
After nearly a year of deliberation among city leaders, a new partner has been found for Seattle's Bumbershoot Music & Arts Festival.2 years ago
Mayor Harrell extends Seattle eviction moratorium another 30 days
Mayor Bruce Harrell announced Wednesday that he will be issuing a 30-day extension for Seattle's eviction moratorium.2 years ago
Fired SPD officer who punched handcuffed suspect to sue city over termination
Former SPD Officer Adley Shepherd has filed a new lawsuit claiming that poor training and racial discrimination factored into his dismissal.2 years ago
‘We need action’: Gov. Inslee’s State of the State address highlights lengthy to-do list in 2022
Gov. Jay Inslee delivered his annual "State of the State" address on Tuesday, laying out a broad, ambitious swathe of goals for 2022.2 years ago
King County omicron surge ‘likely to get more difficult’ before situation improves
The omicron variant continues to stress health care systems across King County, with hospitalizations and COVID-19 cases continuing to rise.2 years ago
Gov. Inslee proposes bill making it illegal for elected leaders, candidates to spread election fraud lies
Gov. Jay Inslee is proposing a new bill to make it illegal for elected leaders or candidates to spread unfounded claims of voter fraud.2 years ago
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell: SPD Proud Boys protest hoax was ‘totally unacceptable’
City leaders issued criticism for SPD on Thursday, after it was revealed that several officers had participated in a coordinated hoax in 2020.2 years ago
King County district to use one-of-a-kind smartphone voting platform for third straight year
For the third straight year, the King Conservation District will be running its annual elections through a smartphone voting platform.2 years ago
Watchdog group: SPD ‘added fuel to the fire’ during 2020 protests with fabricated Proud Boys threat
An investigation revealed that several Seattle police officers participated in a coordinated misinformation effort during the height of protests in 2020.2 years ago
Opting against closures, Gov. Inslee shifts focus to increased COVID testing and boosters
Gov. Inslee announced a handful of mitigation measures Wednesday, designed to combat Washington's recent rise in COVID cases.2 years ago
In wake of legal troubles, failed ballot initiative, Tim Eyman pivots to lawsuit against Gov. Inslee
Anti-tax activist Tim Eyman announced a new lawsuit on Tuesday, filed in Thurston County Superior Court against Gov. Jay Inslee.2 years ago
Interim SPD Chief Adrian Diaz could get chance to take over role in permanent capacity
With Mayor Bruce Harrell taking office, Seattle could soon get some long-awaited clarity on the future of interim SPD Chief Diaz.2 years ago
