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Funding shaky for state program to earthquake-proof bridges
The state's budget for seismically upgrading bridges could drop from about $22 million to roughly $4 million next year.
Bill Lucia
Bill Lucia is the editor-in-chief at the Washington State Standard. He has a decade of experience covering state and local policy and politics, including as a city reporter in Seattle for Crosscut.
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Rough ride: One-third of Seattle's arterial streets are in poor shape
Backlogged paving maintenance costs grew to $900 million in 2013.
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A promising moment for Seattle pedestrians
As the city wages a never-ending battle to keep crosswalks visible and pedestrians safe, SDOT is testing a tougher and pricier new paint.
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How militarized are Washington's police departments?
In Ferguson, Mo. police used military equipment in response to protestors. Washington law enforcement agencies have some of the same gear.
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King County grabs ex-Seattle police leader for top deputy post
Former Interim Seattle Chief Jim Pugel, shoved aside by Mayor Ed Murray, comes out of retirement to take a position with King County.