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WA congressman riffs on national security in the Trump era
U.S. Rep. Adam Smith, the top Democrat on the Armed Services Committee, likened the president’s approach to drunk…
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New Washington state laws that took effect July 27
Housing, policing and diaper changes are among the areas that the legislation covers.
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Immigration arrests surged last month in Washington
Newly revealed arrest records offer the clearest look yet at how Trump’s immigration crackdown is unfolding
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King County Council adopts ‘Welcoming’ motion for immigrants
Council responds to Trump administration ‘sowing fear across the country through brutal, unjust persecution’
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Prescribed burns are an essential tool for forest health
The Washington Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has supported organizations like Cascadia PBA and landowners to educate and…
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King County to expand flood outreach after Texas tragedy
Flood Control District Board votes to increase education, early warnings and community engagement
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Gas tax will rise 6 cents a gallon in Washington on July 1
Lawmakers turned to the tax to contend with a projected $1 billion shortfall in the next two-year transportation…
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‘No Kings’ rallies scheduled across King County on June 14
The nationwide effort is intended to protest recent actions and policies by the Trump administration.
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How to prepare for increased wildfire risk this summer
The Department of Natural Resources has tips on how to protect property.
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Seattle socialist Kshama Sawant to challenge Adam Smith
Announces run in 2026 election for 9th District Congressional seat
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More specialty license plates on the way in WA
Up to six new options will arrive this fall.
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Washingtonians will need state permit to buy guns under new law
The requirement will go beyond the state’s existing background checks.
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New state law directs $100M in grants toward hiring police or other public safety options
Gov. Ferguson signs bill that provides local sales tax option