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Frank Sumrall

WA Gun Law president: WA ‘just trying to invade the privacy of responsible gun owners’ regarding new restrictions

"They're just trying to invade the privacy of lawful, responsible gun owners," Kirk said. "They believe that somehow or another, gun stores are contributing to the gun violence problem, when in fact, they're not."
1 year ago
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Jason Rantz Show

WA Rep. Adam Smith on transgender women in sports: Let leagues decide, not lawmakers

U.S. Rep. Adam Smith discusses the need for leagues to establish fair transgender sports guidelines amid his re-election campaign.
1 year ago
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Frank Sumrall

‘This is political prosecution’: Tim Hazelo guilty of felony unlawful entry after refusing to wear a mask

Tim Hazelo, the former Island County Republican Party Chair, has been convicted of felony unlawful entry after he refused to wear a mask while he operated as an official election observer during the November 2024 general election.
1 year ago
Lewis County non-sanctuary...
Jason Sutich

Lewis County declares itself a ‘non-sanctuary’ county after unanimous vote

Lewis County commissioners declare the region a non-sanctuary city following a unanimous vote at the courthouse in Chehalis.
1 year ago
King County Assessor John Wilson gps monitor...
Julia Dallas

King County Assessor John Wilson suspends campaign for county executive

John Wilson, King County Assessor, halts his campaign for county executive amid allegations he violated a restraining order.
1 year ago
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Jason Sutich

WA to fund Medicaid gap for Planned Parenthood after ‘big, beautiful bill’ passage

Washington State will bridge Medicaid funding gaps post-federal cuts, Governor Ferguson announces, ensuring support for Planned Parenthood.
1 year ago
Shon Barnes sworn in...
James Lynch

‘We are accountable to you’: Shon Barnes sworn in as new Seattle police chief

Shon Barnes takes office as Seattle police chief, emphasizing community engagement and public safety for all residents.
1 year ago
U.S. President Donald Trump, joined by Republican lawmakers, holds a gavel after signing the "One, ...
Frank Sumrall

WA Rep. rips Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’: A ‘reverse Robin Hood’ for the rich

President Donald Trump's “big, beautiful bill” has received plenty of criticism and pushback, including from U.S. Rep Adam Smith, D-WA.
1 year ago
churches can now endorse political candidates...
Frank Sumrall

Churches, houses of worship can now endorse political candidates, IRS rules

Churches and other houses of worship can now officially endorse political candidates to their congregations, the IRS ruled Monday.
1 year ago
A photo of Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell....
Jason Sutich

Mayor Harrell seeks court approval to end federal oversight of Seattle Police

Mayor Harrell files for court approval to terminate Seattle's police consent decree and revise crowd management policies.
1 year ago
Elon Musk's political party...
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show

‘He needs to get out of politics’: Gee and Ursula unconvinced by Elon Musk’s new political party

Explore KIRO hosts' perspectives on Elon Musk's political party and its potential impact on the political landscape.
1 year ago
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Frank Sumrall

Snohomish County’s homeless population drops for second straight year, but federal funding still in jeopardy

County leaders revealed the number of unhoused people in Snohomish dropped to just more than 1,100 this year.
1 year ago
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Seattle's Morning News

‘The big, beautiful bill’ will ‘refocus Medicaid dollars,’ WA rep. claims

Just before the House sent the bill to the president's desk, Washington rep. Jim Walsh explained why this "big, beautiful bill" is necessary.
1 year ago
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MyNorthwest Staff with Wire Reports

Local leaders react as House passes Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill,’ sending it to president’s desk

House Republicans lifted President Donald Trump’s $4.5 trillion tax breaks and spending cuts bill to final passage Thursday, overcoming multiple setbacks to approve his signature second-term policy package before a self-imposed Fourth of July deadline. The tight roll call, 218-214, came at a potentially high political cost, with two Republicans joining all Democrats opposed. GOP leaders worked overnight […]
1 year ago
Trump's tax bill...
Julia Dallas

‘A big, extremely ugly bill’: WA Rep. claims Trump’s tax bill will be ‘incredibly damaging’ for people nationwide

House Republicans push Trump's tax bill, but concerns arise over its potential negative impact on Americans.
1 year ago
ICE using health care data...
Heather Bosch

AG Nick Brown joins lawsuit, says you shouldn’t be deported just for seeing a doctor

AG Nick Brown opposes using health data for deportation, advocating for patient privacy in Washington's multi-state lawsuit.
1 year ago
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Associated Press

Senate passes Trump’s ‘big, beautiful’ tax bill as Vance breaks 50-50 tie

Senate Republicans hauled President Donald Trump’s big tax breaks and spending cuts bill to passage Tuesday on the narrowest of votes, pushing past opposition from Democrats and their own GOP ranks after a turbulent overnight session.
1 year ago
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Mark Sherman, The Associated Press

Supreme Court limits nationwide injunctions, but fate of Trump birthright citizenship order unclear

The Supreme Court ruled that judges lack the authority to grant nationwide injunctions, but the fate of restrictions on birthright citizenship remains unclear.
1 year ago
Bruce Harrell...
MyNorthwest Staff

Seattle mayoral candidate launches website targeting Harrell’s response to sexual assault claims

A new website, appearing to be launched by Joe Mallahan, focuses on issues concerning Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell.
1 year ago
public land in WA...
Julia Dallas

Proposal to sell public land, including 5M acres in WA, removed from ‘Big Beautiful Bill’

A plan to sell millions of acres of public land in the western U.S., including public land in Washington is no longer being considered.
1 year ago
ICE Seattle director...
Gwen Baumgardner

‘There are aspects of our job we have to do’: ICE Seattle director breaks silence on protests

The ICE Seattle director discusses the impact of recent protests on operations and the agency's ongoing responsibilities.
1 year ago
seattle mayor harrell...
Frank Sumrall

‘We have a lot of work to do, and I’m up for it’: Seattle Mayor Harrell cites experience, city’s growth in bid for reelection

It's not lost on Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell that the city still has a lot of work ahead of it in order to achieve its major goals.
1 year ago
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Frank Lenzi

‘Disappointing’: Washington revenue forecast shows $720 million shortfall

Washington state is projected to face a $720 million budget shortfall over the next four years, according to the latest quarterly revenue forecast released Tuesday.
1 year ago
Seattle's education levy...
Heather Bosch

Seattle residents to vote on billion-dollar education levy

Seattle's $1.3 billion education levy is set for the 2025 ballot, impacting local schools and funding priorities.
1 year ago