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Image: SR 520 bridge construction work continues. Expanded tolling on SR 520 may be coming....
Chris Sullivan

Expanded tolling on SR 520 to pay for project may be coming

The Washington State Legislature may expand tolling on SR 520 to make up the budget to finish the major project.
3 years ago
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Bill Kaczaraba

Redfin: Seattle-area home sales impacted by climate, environmental factors

Seattle-area home buyers are becoming more interested in factors beyond the home itself. Redfin has added a 'Climate' tab to its website.
3 years ago
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Kate Stone

Police pursuit, parental rights initiatives go before Washington lawmakers

Police pursuits and parental rights in schools were in the spotlight in Olympia as lawmakers considered two citizen-led initiatives.
3 years ago
Image:South Kitsap High School basketball Coach Anthony Lewis lies in a hospital after being shot r...
James Lynch

South Kitsap High basketball coach injured in random I-5 shooting

Anthony Lewis was driving on Interstate 5 in Pierce County Sunday when someone opened fire, injuring the high school basketball coach.
3 years ago
Image: Bayside neighborhood resident Jane McClure addresses the Everett Historical Commission at th...
Feliks Banel

Will Everett mayor accept compromise to save Clark Park gazebo?

The Everett Historical Commission discussed the city’s request to tear down the Clark Park gazebo and offered a strategic compromise instead.
3 years ago
Heather Bosch

Wendy’s ‘surge-pricing’ strategy scrubbed after viral backlash

Dynamic pricing would allow restaurants to quickly raise prices in reaction to rush hour or inclement weather.
3 years ago
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Micki Gamez

Study: Large abs can lead to increased risk of heart disease

A new study claimed men with larger abdominal muscles are at a greater risk of heart disease later in life.
3 years ago
Image: An embryologist works on a petri dish at the Create Health fertility clinic in south London,...
Matt Markovich

Washington Senate passes bill criminalizing fertility fraud

The bill would make the practice an assault in the third degree, punishable by up to 5 years in prison and up to a $10,000 fine.
3 years ago
Image: The Washington State Capitol campus in Olympia can be seen in a recent photo. Democratic leg...
Matt Markovich

Possible constitutional challenge to income tax initiative spotlighted during hearing

Behind the scenes, opponents, Democrats in the House and Senate, have searched for legal landmines that may render the initiative invalid.
3 years ago
Cars drive across the I-90 floating bridge....
Nate Connors

I-90 in Bellevue to close at night this week for road work

The late work will have up to three lanes closed on I-90 east between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m.
3 years ago
Rent...
Matt Markovich

Rent stabilization bill fails to advance in Washington legislature

The rent stabilization bill, which aimed to limit yearly residential rent increases to 7%, has reached an impasse in the state legislature.
3 years ago
Crime patrols...
James Lynch

A new way to crack down on crime in the South Sound yields results

The All-Crimes Emphasis Operation took place in the South Sound region on February 14 and 15.
3 years ago
Image: The login page for Airbnb website is displayed on a computer on May 8, 2021, in Washington, ...
Matt Markovich

Proposed 10% tax on short-term rentals closer to becoming state law

In a move aimed at addressing affordable housing, lawmakers may give municipalities the option of implementing a 10% short-term rental tax.
3 years ago
Burien camping ban...
Sam Campbell

‘I have authority:’ Burien City Council member confronts homeless outside condo

Burien City Council member Linda Akey is facing scrutiny after a video was posted of her confronting homeless people outside of her home.
3 years ago
Wedding bouquet...
Matt Markovich

Child marriages soon to be illegal in state of Washington

The legal age to get married will be 18 after both chambers of the Washington Legislature passed a bill outlawing child marriage.
3 years ago
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Kate Stone

Showdown over added delivery app fees hits Seattle streets

Near Pike Place market on Thursday, about a dozen people rallied in support of the law, which impacts an estimated 40,000 gig workers in Seattle.
3 years ago
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Feliks Banel

Everett residents iced out of demolition plans: ‘Don’t blame the gazebo’

Mayor Cassie Franklin of Everett has decided to demolish the historic 1921 gazebo at Clark Park. Not everyone is happy about the decision.
3 years ago
Seattle Pacific University...

Mayfield: New president deserves space to help SPU find way forward

Deana Porterfield will officially become the first woman to lead Seattle Pacific University as President in the school’s 130-year history.
3 years ago
Bookshelf...
Matt Markovich

Senate passes ban on banning books after making changes reducing local decision making

The Washington Senate's bill aimed at addressing the banning of books and instructional materials related to those in protected classes.
3 years ago
Image: WSDOT crews were working near Renton when a person stepped out of a vehicle and fired a gun ...
Steve Coogan and James Lynch

Gunman shoots at WSDOT workers near Renton for unknown reasons

It is not known why a person fired at a Washington State Department of Transportation road crew near Renton Tuesday night.
3 years ago
Image: Stanley tumblers are displayed on a shelf at a Dick's Sporting Goods store on Feb. 2, 2024 i...
Angela Poe Russell

Russell: Stanley is experiencing the double edged sword of success

Stanley is on the defensive as more people have filed lawsuits accusing them of failing to disclose the presence of lead in their products.
3 years ago
Image: An 1892 illustration by William Irving depicting Washington Old Hall, a structure on the anc...
Feliks Banel

The thousand-year-old origins of the name ‘Washington’

Here's a refresher on how the Pacific Northwest state came to be called "Washington," and the meaning of the famous of American surname.
3 years ago
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Kate Stone

Mayor Bruce Harrell calls Seattle ‘persistent’ in State of the City address

In his second address, Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell outlined future goals for tackling crime, the drug crisis, affordable housing, and other issues.
3 years ago
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Kate Stone

Prosecutors will not charge Seattle officer in death of Jaahnavi Kandula

King County prosecutors said Wednesday it will not be charging Seattle Police Department Officer Kevin Dave in the death of Jaahnavi Kandula.
3 years ago