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Seattle Mayoral Candidate Thaddeus Whelan (Photo: KIRO Newsradio)...
Seattle's Morning News

‘First step is addressing housing costs’: Army veteran seeks Seattle mayoral seat to push for more progressive change

Seattle's mayoral race is in full swing, with candidates campaigning as much as possible before the August primary election.
1 year ago
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Heather Bosch

Lawsuit claims Washington farm replaced local employees with foreign workers

Washington state's AG alleges a local farm replaced employees with foreign labor.
1 year ago
King County Assessor John Wilson...
MyNorthwest Staff

Accused of harassing fiancée, King County Assessor calls resignation push ‘well-orchestrated’ collusion

King County Assessor John Wilson is pushing back against a temporary restraining order (TRO) filed against him by his former fiancée, Lee Keller.
1 year ago
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Samantha Lomibao, KIRO 7 News

Seattle community rallies against fighting in Iran

On Wednesday, there was a big message of peace from people in Seattle’s Capitol Hill protesting missile strikes that have taken the lives of hundreds of people.
1 year ago
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Julia Dallas

‘A new low point for county politics’: King County Assessor continues to fight restraining order

King County Assessor John Wilson battles a restraining order from his former fiancée amid ongoing legal challenges.
1 year ago
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Gwen Baumgardner

Local leaders push back after Supreme Court upholds Tennessee gender-affirming care ban

Supreme Court backs Tennessee's gender-affirming care ban, prompting swift reactions from Washington lawmakers.
1 year ago
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Frank Sumrall

‘Less is more’: Chief Barnes praises Seattle Police ushering peaceful ‘No Kings’ protest

When approximately 70,000 people took to the streets of Seattle to participate in a "No Kings" rally against the Trump administration, the Seattle Police Department had a tall task in making sure everything went smoothly and peacefully.
1 year ago
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Frank Sumrall

No arrests after clash between protesters and police escalated in Tukwila Saturday

No arrests were made after a demonstration in front of the Department of Homeland Security field office escalated into a clash between police and protesters, the Tukwila Police Department confirmed.
1 year ago
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Frank Sumrall

‘Incredibly hateful and dehumanizing’: WA rep warns of rising political violence after Minnesota assassination

Washington Congressman Adam Smith spoke about rising political violence after a man fatally shot a Minnesota lawmaker and her husband.
1 year ago
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AAMER MADHANI, The Associated Press

Trump directs ICE to expand deportations in Democratic-run cities, undeterred by protests

President Donald Trump on Sunday directed federal immigration officials to prioritize deportations from Democratic-run cities, a move that comes after large protests erupted in Los Angeles and other major cities against the Trump administration’s immigration policies.
1 year ago
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Associated Press

Israeli strikes kill Iran’s top military leaders and prompt retaliation

Israel launched a wave of strikes across Iran on Friday that targeted its nuclear program and military sites, killing at least two top military officers and raising the prospect of an all-out war between the two bitter Middle East adversaries.
1 year ago
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Julia Dallas

Trump revokes Columbia River salmon restoration deal, citing energy concerns

President Trump signed a memorandum to revoke the Columbia River Basin agreement that would impact the Lower Snake River dams.
1 year ago
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Frank Sumrall

‘Seattle needs help’: Mayoral candidate ready to leave doctor’s office for city office

The August primary for the election of Seattle mayor is fast approaching, and one candidate, a medical doctor with zero prior political experience, believes he's just what the city needs.
1 year ago
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US Rep. McIver indicted on federal ‘charges from skirmish at New Jersey immigration center

U.S. Rep. LaMonica McIver faces indictment for allegedly assaulting immigration officers in New Jersey.
1 year ago
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Frank Sumrall

Ferguson appoints Snohomish County director as WA’s top health official

Washington Governor Bob Ferguson appointed Dennis Worsham as the state's next Secretary of Health.
1 year ago
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Heather Bosch

Seattle mayor moves to toughen ‘nuisance’ law, targeting properties accused of attracting crime

The Seattle mayor aims to strengthen the "nuisance" law targeting crime-attracting properties for safer neighborhoods.
1 year ago
Baumgartner NCAA settlement UW...
Jason Sutich

WA Rep. pushes bill that challenges NCAA settlement, seeks fair pay for student-athletes

Baumgartner's bill aims to reshape NCAA pay structures and promote fair compensation for athletes while pushing for vital conference reforms.
1 year ago
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JAKE OFFENHARTZ and JASON DEAREN, The Associated Press

Protests intensify in Los Angeles after Trump deploys hundreds of National Guard troops

Tensions in Los Angeles escalated Sunday as thousands of protesters took to the streets in response to President Donald Trump’s extraordinary deployment of the National Guard.
1 year ago
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John Curley Show

‘The gloves are off’: John Curley analyzes the Musk v. Trump social media feud

Explore John Curley's insights on the Musk-Trump feud over tax credits and spending cuts. Discover the impact on social media today.
1 year ago
WA AG birthright citizenship...
James Lynch

Washington attorney general goes before 9th Circuit Court of Appeals on birthright citizenship

Washington Attorney General Nick Brown argues birthright citizenship at the 9th Circuit.
1 year ago
Seattle City Council (1)...
Julia Dallas

Seattle City Council member stepping down next month

Cathy Moore's departure creates an opening in the Seattle City Council this summer.
1 year ago
Kshama Sawant congress...
MyNorthwest Staff

Kshama Sawant is challenging Rep. Adam Smith for House seat

Kshama Sawant files for Washington's 9th District, taking on Adam Smith in a critical congressional race.
1 year ago
Port of Seattle tariffs...
Heather Bosch and The Associated Press

Tariffs blamed for Port of Seattle traffic trouble

Explore how recent tariffs are causing traffic troubles at the Port of Seattle and their effects on local commerce.
1 year ago
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Julia Dallas

Fight over hotly debated natural gas initiative headed to Washington State Supreme Court

A King County judge has ruled against I-2066, an initiative regarding natural gas, as reported by Climate Solutions.
1 year ago