Northwest
Washington Senate passes death penalty repeal bill
There have been 78 inmates put to death in this state since 1904, with the most recent in…
Northwest
Bones found near Port Angeles likely 500-1,000 years old
If the remains are found to be Native American, they will be repatriated to tribal members.
Northwest
Congresswoman eyes document on border detention of Iranians
U.S. Rep. Pramila Jayapal, from Seattle, is trying to authenticate the document.
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State psychiatric hospital to open wards to reduce violence
The project will combine increased staffing, more therapy for patients and tighter security.
Northwest
Washington House narrowly passes low-carbon fuels standard
The bill now heads to the Senate for consideration, where it stalled last session.
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Yakima County judge with depression has gun rights restored
In July 2018, he had been found pacing at the edge of the I-82 bridge.
Northwest
Another endangered Northwest orca missing, feared dead
The 42-year-old male fathered 20 babies with 11 different females, according to genetic research.
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Documents show Rep. Matt Shea had detailed plans for action
The Spokane lawmaker called the report “a political hit job/label lynching paid for by us taxpayers.”
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EPA announces $2.2 million grant for drinking water program
Washington will use $723,000 to expand lead testing in child care facilities and public schools.
Northwest
State Senate makes tweaks to workplace conduct rules
Staffers are concerned that every complaint they make, no matter how small, will be made public.
Local News
Deputy marshals shoot Snohomish County fugitive in Las Vegas
The man was wanted on firearms and drug charges. His name and condition haven’t been released.
Business
Bills in Washington Legislature to allow sports betting
Leaders of several Indian tribes with casinos testified in support of the idea.
Business
Boeing to evict falcons from rafters of closed Renton plant
The nesting pair has lived inside the factory for four years, raising children and eating pigeons.
Northwest
Coast Guard board to investigate deadly crab boat sinking
Scandies Rose went down with five of its seven crew members on Dec. 31 in the Gulf of…
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Whistleblower: Border hold on Iranians was a local initiative
“Extreme vetting” of travelers with Iranian backgrounds reportedly was directed by Blaine port managers.
Local News
Bill would eliminate most elections in odd-numbered years
Supporters say it would increase voting, opponents say it would limit the ability to file measures.
Northwest
Neo-Nazi terrorist group has rumored ‘hate camp’ in Washington
The leader of “The Base” reportedly owns 30 acres of land near Republic in Ferry County.
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Seattle shooting suspects have at least 75 previous arrests
Police will set up a mobile command center to deal with an uptick in gang violence at Fourth…
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Far from Mexico border, Seattle judge weighs wall funding
U.S. District Court Judge Barbara Rothstein hopes to rule within a few weeks on the challenge.
Northwest
Mayor, police pledge action after deadly Seattle shooting
It was the third violent incident this week in a part of the city long known for rampant…