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Man accused of kidnapping, attempting to kill son of missing Seattle woman
The suspect, Brett Michael Gitchel, is also accused of setting the missing woman’s car on fire.
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WA Senate OKs assault weapons ban, longer wait on gun sales
Bills outlawing many semiautomatic weapons and adding restrictions on gun purchases are now on course to becoming law.
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Advocacy group looking to empower local stewards of salmon habitat
Mid Sound Fisheries Enhancement Group is offering a free training program.
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King County Elections offers virtual workshops for candidates
Interested in running for office? Workshops have the details
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With access to abortion pill threatened, state buys 30K doses
Gov. Inslee says it gives Washington a three-year supply. The purchase comes as a federal judge may order…
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Washington state Senate passes tax break for newspapers
Vote 47-1 in favor of state B&O tax exemption; measure moves to House
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What fighting for access to reproductive healthcare looks like in 2023
Many Washington leaders have been vocal in their support of equitable access.
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Man with IEDs said neighbors tried to ‘microwave’ him | Podcast
King County Crime Dive podcast.
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Schools, housing, salaries score big in Senate Dems $70B budget
The proposed spending plan also spends money to fight climate change, help abortion providers and study police pursuits
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Teen brings gun to school; security guard accused of sex crime | Podcast
King County Crime Dive podcast.
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Push to lower legal limit to 0.05 for driving drunk falls short
OLYMPIA — An effort to lower the legal limit for driving drunk has come up short.
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Stalker turns killer; shooting investigation drags on; bald eagle shot | Podcast
King County Crime Dive
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House Democrats push Washington closer to assault weapons ban
Their bill outlawing the manufacture and sale of certain guns passed the state House. No Republican voted for…
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State of the County: Constantine discusses homelessness, environment, cameras for deputies
On March 7, King County Executive Dow Constantine gave his “State of the County ” speech, outlining some…
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In Olympia, Finnish president makes case for NATO, strong ties with WA
Sauli Niinistö became the first foreign head of state to address a joint session of the state Legislature…
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WA Lottery reveals Auburn woman as winner of $754.6 million Powerball jackpot
An Auburn woman has won the $754.6 million Powerball jackpot.
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What do you do with your food waste? King County wants to know
King County Solid Waste Division will have an online food waste survey open until April 30.
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Legislation seeks to strenghten Washington’s abortion laws
OLYMPIA — A day after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade last June, Democratic Gov. Jay…