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Lunar New Year proposed as Washington’s next state holiday
A bill to make it a legal holiday awaits a key vote. Some Asian American constituents were opposed,…
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Lawmakers seek lasting approach to drug possession after Blake decision
OLYMPIA — Lawmakers are at a crossroads again on what to do about illegal drug possession.
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Democrats advance assault weapons ban, new rules for gun buyers
The measures passed a House committee without Republican support. They are part of a broader agenda to curb…
Sports
Washington pickleball fans may may soon have special license plate
Enthusiasts are teaming up on a bill for a special plate. Proceeds would build and maintain courts.
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Effort begins to lower the legal limit for driving drunk
Washington could join Utah with toughest standard in the nation. Change concerns wine and hospitality industries.
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State of the State: Inslee pushes for $4 billion housing bond
Calls for an assault weapons ban and the constitutional protection of abortion rights drew cheers from Democrats, silence…
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WA lawmakers prepare for first in-person session since 2020
More homes, less homelessness, a Blake ruling fix and an assault weapons ban are among the issues to…
Opinion
America needs ‘all of the above’ energy approach | Brunell
In 2023, one of the most significant shifts America needs is to return to an “all of the…
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State sues 3 major drug retailers for role in fueling opioid epidemic
AG Bob Ferguson alleges Albertsons, Kroger and Rite Aid of failing to prevent overuse of opioid prescriptions
Opinion
Wreaths honor veterans at cemeteries across America | Brunell
The holiday season is an especially difficult time for anyone grieving lost loved ones. Evergreen wreaths placed on…
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Holiday travel: Icy Sea-Tac airport tops ‘Misery Map’
The predicted third-busiest holiday travel season since 2000 faces a wintry mix of traffic jams and flight issues.
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For 7th straight year, Democrats aim for assault weapon ban
Democratic legislators will seek several gun control laws in the 2023 session, including one requiring a permit to…
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Snow and cold temps expected this week in Puget Sound region
The weather forecast calls for several inches of snow as well as a cold snap this week in…
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Gov. Inslee proposes $4 billion bond to assist homeless, build housing
WA voters would get the final say.
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Dinosaurs, drug laws and police pursuits on lawmaker to-do lists
WA legislators are queuing up bills they want to debate next year. Here are 8 certain to garner…
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Free at-home COVID-19 tests available through end of year
Washington residents can order up to 10 free at-home test kits per month.
Obituaries
Pauline Jane Thaidigsman | Obituary
Pauline Jane Thaidigsman (Paulie) passed away from metastatic lung cancer and related medical problems on Thanksgiving night, November…
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Crime, climate, abortion on docket in legislative session warm-up
Washington lawmakers will hold 39 hearings this week. Nearly all will be conducted in person, which hasn’t happened…