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King County studies youth gun violence amid rising suicides
It’s unclear what’s driving the trend.
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UW summarizes Washington climate impact on water
The report localizes information from the United Nations.
Northwest
Mental illness: Lawmakers propose plan to treat without consent
Concerns raised on the guardianship and loss of rights for incapacitated persons.
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The future could look a lot like this year’s flood season
Climate change is expected to lead to more winter flooding in King County.
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Legislators Das, Mead team up on environmental protection policies
Numerous bills proposed this session in Olympia
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King County Council could place roads levy lift on 2020 ballot
Levy could increase taxes for a median home by about $224 a year.
Northwest
North Bend facility will serve as U.S. quarantine zone
Facility will be one of five nationwide.
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Paradiso Festival is on the rocks following lawsuit
Paradiso Festival, one of the most popular annual EDM events in Washington state, may be in trouble after…
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Recredentialed: Hundreds of WA doctors are stuck working survival jobs
Unable to find residency positions, many are driving Ubers, working warehouses or unemployed.
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Lawmakers back timber industry to help reduce WA’s carbon emissions
8 million acres of private forests offset 12% of state’s carbon emissions, says forestry group.
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Pot shops group up in unincorporated King County
A report found the retailers are not distributing around the county.
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Lawmakers hear pitch to replace gas tax with per-mile fees
Transportation officials recommend 10-year transition.
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Recredentialed: Barriers face Washington’s immigrant, refugee professionals
Even with degrees from abroad, it can be difficult for many to get certified in the state.
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Lawmakers propose sweeping regulations for vaping industry
Bill supporters cite concerns over health issues and teen use.
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Democrats seek firearm training requirement for concealed carriers
Republican senator calls proposal ‘unconstitutional.’
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Snohomish County man is first U.S. case of new coronavirus
A man in his 30s was hospitalized in Everett after contracting the virus during a trip to China.
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Gun rights advocates rally at Capitol
Criticism levied at Matt Shea investigation, Republican leadership.
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AG Bob Ferguson talks lawsuits, gun control
Washington state Attorney General stopped by Sound Publishing’s Kirkland office.
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Proposed law adds a fee to plastic bags at checkout
Senate passes bill to ban single-use plastic bags, place 8-cent fee on reusable plastic bags.
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Republicans try to guarantee $30 car tabs amid court hangup
Lawmakers sponsor companion bills in the House and Senate.