Interview
Bellevue-based CEO wanted a simpler solution to his own problems
Crime
Savanna’s Act co-sponsored by U.S. Sen. Maria Cantwell (D-WA); Washington ranks among highest in nation
Vaccinations
Measles outbreak slows as four new cases are confirmed in Oregon.
Housing crisis
Several are the same companies that opposed Seattle’s head tax last year.
‘We don’t have the money to do it’
Program is underfunded by roughly $250 million annually
Crime
A new law seeks to strength data collection on missing and murdered indigenous women.
WA Legislature
28 cities have ordinances that restrict or ban ownership of pit bull terriers
U.S. Supreme Court
A week after the Supreme Court ruling, active-duty service members remain uncertain about their future.
Environment
Six-month moratorium on new fossil fuel infrastructure was narrowly approved
Public Health
Health officials said un-immunized groups of students in schools can pose an increased risk of spreading preventable diseases
Legislature
Lawmakers cite health concerns over tobacco and vape products
Landfill
Should we ship away waste or build an incinerator?
Law enforcement
Following the death of Iosia Faletogo, community leaders brainstorm creation of cultural home.
Sports commentary
In his last year on the ballot, the Mariner legend and greatest designated hitter of all time gets the Cooperstown call.
Housing crisis
Rent and housing prices hit south end communities hard; SeaTac, Tukwila, Kent, Burien, Renton and Auburn are working to create organization like Eastside’s ARCH
King County
Mayors of nine cities — including Auburn, Kent, Federal Way, Bellevue, Kirkland, Redmond, Issaquah, Renton and Sammamish — have pledged to help
Environment
State environmental organizations’ poll points to continuing support for carbon-reducing measures.
Donor is passionate about finding a cure for macular degeneration
Firearm regulations
Following gun control success on the November ballot, state Democrats are eyeing further regulation.
Local agencies and geriatric care managers aim to increase public awareness about the epidemic.