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Kate Stone

‘Serial killers voting’: Argument over prisoner rights bill gets intense in Olympia

People incarcerated for felony crimes such as rape and murder in Washington prisons could get back their right to vote, serve on a jury, or run for office.
3 years ago
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Feliks Banel

Seeking clues to the mystery cottage at Kirkland’s newest park

An iconic and mysterious roadside cottage in Kirkland now it has become part of the Eastside city’s newest public park.
3 years ago
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MyNorthwest Video

Jack & Spike video: Do courtroom sketch artists hate Trump?

The courtroom sketches of former President Donald Trump have not been flattering, according to Jack Stine and Spike O'Neill.
3 years ago
A bag of 4-fluoro isobutyryl fentanyl, which was seized in a drug raid, is displayed at the Drug En...
Matt Markovich

Bill proposing child removal from homes with fentanyl sparks charged debate

The immediate removal of a child from a home where fentanyl was found generated emotional debate and testimony in Olympia.
3 years ago
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Micki Gamez

Dust, diesel exhaust, delays dominate Sound Transit station amid repairs

Fumes, primarily diesel exhaust from the equipment contractors are using, can cause a bit of nausea for passengers who are sensitive to smells.
3 years ago
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Kate Stone

‘I said goodbye’: Passengers recall ‘terror’ as Alaska Airlines added to lawsuit

The pilots were able to land safely in Portland, Oregon. None of the 171 passengers and six crewmembers aboard Flight 1282 were seriously hurt.
3 years ago
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Matt Markovich

Hearing on Inslee plan to compel oil company price transparency gets heated

The first public hearing prompted strong accusations by climate activists and a vigorous defense from the industry.
3 years ago
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Heather Bosch

Retired Navy admiral to lead probe of Boeing after blowout fiasco

This comes after a panel -- used in place of an emergency exit -- blew out of a Boeing jet following take off from Portland, Jan. 5.
3 years ago
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Feliks Banel

‘National park on wheels’ seeks volunteers for Trails & Rails

A partnership between the National Park Service and Amtrak has placed volunteer interpretive guides on some routes for many years.
3 years ago
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Kate Stone

US Attorney’s Office to launch its own probe in the death of Manny Ellis

The U.S. Attorney's Office for Western Washington is launching its own probe into the death of Manuel Ellis, who died in Tacoma police officers' custody.
3 years ago
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Colleen O'Brien

The SMN Interviews: ‘Human jukebox’ Nikhil Bagga, Rep. Monica Stonier, Rob McKenna

Our weekly series highlights the best interviews from Seattle's Morning News on KIRO Newsradio.
3 years ago
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James Lynch

Seattle’s Union Gospel Mission works to bring the homeless inside this winter

The organization comes prepared with everything the homeless need to stay alive during a cold snap.
3 years ago
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Kate Stone

Initiative to repeal police pursuit restrictions certified, ballot likely next

The secretary of state's office certified Initiative No. 2113, confirming it has at least 324,516 signatures needed to qualify for the November ballot.
3 years ago
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James Lynch

Seattle woman, 80, carjacked at gunpoint and beaten

Delia Matabilas, 80, was approached by three young men, threatened with a gun and then assaulted on Monday.
3 years ago
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Heather Bosch

FAA is investigating Boeing, but Cantwell wants answers from FAA

The FAA said it's investigating Boeing over a midair emergency that left a hole in a commercial jet, but Sen. Maria Cantwell is pointing back at the FAA.
3 years ago
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Kate Stone

New state bill aims to crack down on protesters blocking highways

House Bill 2358, filed on Thursday, would inflict tougher penalties on those taking part in demonstrations that obstruct state highways.  
3 years ago
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Micki Gamez

SDOT: Seattle streets are ready for potential snow, frozen conditions

Bergerson and SDOT's message to drivers is to make smart choices when going out in freezing temperatures.
3 years ago
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Steve Coogan

‘End of an era’: Gee, Angela react to Pete Carroll’s departure as Seahawks coach

"Wow, the end of an era," Angela Poe Russell said. Gee Scott took a moment to reflect, but he also wanted to look ahead to the franchise's future. 
3 years ago
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Matt Markovich

Wash. bill proposes categorizing student athletes by chromosomal makeup

Eligibility for these groups would require medical documentation demonstrating a student's chromosomal makeup, without mandating a blood test.
3 years ago
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Chris Sullivan

WSP defends actions during protesters’ 5-hour takeover of I-5

The tactics used caught the WSP off guard, as protesters used cars as a blockade and flooded the lanes with people through cuts in the freeway fencing.
3 years ago
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Matt Markovich

WA House passes bill that sets minimum age requirement for marriage at 18 years old

Before issuing a marriage license, the county auditor must ensure that each applicant submits an affidavit confirming the person is at least 18 years old.
3 years ago
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Micki Gamez

Drivers in mountains need to take extra precautions, be aware of citations

Some of the state's mountain passes could be closed during this week's storms and tire- and chain-restrictions will be in place on others.
3 years ago
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Kate Stone

Wash. voters sound off on biggest priorities for new legislative session

Washington lawmakers are gearing up for a return to Olympia Monday and voters have made it clear: they expect action on the major issues facing the state.
3 years ago
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Kate Stone

Inslee accused of dishonesty over climate law’s impact on gas prices

A video from a 2014 committee meeting appeared to show the Inslee administration was aware of the possible impacts of a carbon tax on gas prices.
3 years ago