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South Seattle lawmakers want to split Seattle Public Schools
House Education chair says the district is too big.
John Stang
John Stang is a freelance writer who often covers state government and the environment. He can be reached on email at johnstang_8@hotmail.com and on Twitter at @johnstang_8
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House committee gives $12 minimum wage a lift
The vote is split on partisan lines, but are there signs of room for compromise?
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Looking to a nuclear future in Washington
A Kennewick lawmaker's bills could help pave the way for new power generation technologies and greater public acceptance.
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Job killer? Or creator? Inslee carbon plan launches debate
As a hearing draws a big crowd, House committee chair says he sees chances to get a majority behind Gov. Inslee's cap-and-trade proposal.
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Legislative leaders spare Bertha
A top Republican promises a bill to stop the tunnel work will make no progress.