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Why aren’t metal theft laws working in Washington state?

Why aren’t the current laws working? That’s the question many are asking with a recent rise in metal theft. ‘Significant amount of wire theft’...

Seattle chief librarian race takes a surprise twist with remote work dispute

The Seattle Public Library (SPL) is selecting its next chief librarian. Two finalists remain in contention: long time interim Seattle chief librarian Tom Fay,...

Rantz: Democrat says Native Americans can’t drown because of ‘eons’ of experience

A Democrat lawmaker is pushing a law forcing people to wear a personal flotation device in certain circumstances. It’s meant to prevent drowning accidents....

Dori: Former marines from Snoqualmie test COVID masking efficacy with bear spray

These two guys would have been a hoot in your high school chemistry class. From a driveway in the Snoqualmie Valley, buddies Jeff Kissick...

Washington’s outdoor mask mandate to be lifted Feb. 18; indoor to follow

Gov. Inslee announced Wednesday that the state’s outdoor mask mandate will be lifted by Feb. 18. The outdoor mask mandate currently in effect in...

Dori: Man bailed out twice now charged in attempted stabbing of 8-year-old in Tacoma

Thanks to $7,000 provided by the Northwest Community Bail Fund, a Tacoma man was free to walk the streets of the city Saturday, where...

Washington Democrats unveil expansive $16 billion transportation package

Washington Democrats have unveiled their new “Move Ahead Washington” package, detailing a 16-year transportation funding proposal with a $16 billion price tag. Dems, GOP...

Gee Scott interviews NBA great Jamal Crawford

On episode six of “Leaving a Legacy,” Gee Scott interviews former NBA Jamal Crawford. Crawford, who spent 20 years in the league and won...

Rantz: Cruel Providence COVID rule won’t allow senior to visit wife after her stroke

“I’m so broken right now,” George, a 61-year-old retiree emails me as the love of his life recovers from a stroke. George’s 65-year-old wife...

Construction layoffs ‘into the thousands, more to come’ as concrete worker strike nears third month

Picket lines on major construction sites around the Puget Sound region have been in effect since November. Thousand of construction workers have been laid...

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