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The fight continues: a look at union efforts in Washington state
This week, the team talks to a researcher about the labor landscape, and covers stories related to REI, Starbucks and nurses’ unions.
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Bellingham staffer asked ChatGPT to 'exclude' vendor from city contract
An expert in procurement fraud says it’s the first time he’s seen AI used this way: “a classic issue that happens in government procurement… just with a modern veneer.”
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Seattle elects Katie Wilson as its next mayor
Incumbent Bruce Harrell becomes the fifth straight Seattle Mayor to only serve one term
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The Newsfeed: Seattle mayoral candidates take to social media
Incumbent Bruce Harrell and challenger Katie Wilson are turning to short-form videos, podcasts and influencers in a bid to reach younger voters.
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How social media and influencers are shaping the Seattle mayor’s race
Challenger Katie Wilson has gone on a soccer podcast and appeared on a food influencer’s Instagram, and incumbent Bruce Harrell’s campaign started posting on TikTok after Wilson won the primary.