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Uber, Lyft would need to cut emissions under WA state plan
Some studies have found the ride-hailing services increase vehicle miles driven and pollution.
Melissa Santos
Melissa Santos is formerly a Crosscut staff reporter who covered state politics and the Legislature. She came to Crosscut from The Seattle Times editorial board, where she wrote columns and opinion pi
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Growing pot at home could become legal in Washington state
Other states that have legalized recreational cannabis already allow home growing, but Washington does not.
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Washington state unveils $2.2 billion COVID relief plan
State lawmakers want to help struggling renters, small businesses and other people find a way back from the pandemic-induced economic downturn.
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What’s next for the two WA Republicans who voted to impeach Trump?
Observers say the votes to impeach from U.S. Reps. Jaime Herrera Beutler and Dan Newhouse signal a ‘civil war’ playing out within the GOP nationwide.
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Companies often want consultants' help with diversity — for free
Consultants of color who specialize in remaking corporate cultures say their work is routinely undervalued, even as demand for it grows.