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Widespread burnout among healthcare workers prompts change at hospitals
Healthcare workers unions are supporting HB 1868 and companion bill SB 5715.
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Washington Democrats introduce bills clarifying police reforms
One deals with mental health response and the other deals with less-lethal weapons.
Northwest
King County health expert is ‘mind-boggled’ by spread of Omicron variant
Omicron wave could peak by mid-January, according to predictions.
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King County Prosecutor Dan Satterberg not seeking re-election
After 15 years as county prosecuting attorney, Satterberg announced he will retire Dec. 31, 2022.
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Health care leaders declare statewide crisis, request action
The letter written to Gov. Inslee requests deployment of National Guard.
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Far too little fraud to make a difference in election, AP finds
This story has been republished with permission from the Associated Press.
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New laws bring changes to minimum wage, plastic silverware, voting rights for felons
Two taxes take effect, but the future of each is uncertain.
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Legal fight on redistricting returning to the Supreme Court
Two lawsuits say the plans aren’t valid because commissioners broke state law before voting to approve them.
Northwest
Up your mask game for the new year, expert says
A surgical mask provides the best protection against omicron
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King County scientists work to save chinook salmon
They conducted a study to determine how the salmon use the Green River as a habitat.
Northwest
Snow leads to hundreds of incidents along King County highways, freeways
State Patrol responds to 279 collisions, 865 other incidents over 3 days
Northwest
Snow leads to hundreds of incidents along King County highways, freeways
State Patrol responds to 279 collisions, 865 other incidents over 3 days
Northwest
Omicron weighs on booster lines, holiday gatherings
Harborview Medical Center doctor says it’s now the dominant strain