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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How social media and influencers are shaping the Seattle mayor’s race
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Feds roll out AI pilot program for Medicare reviews in Washington
The program will rely on the technology to help decide if procedures are eligible for coverage, which Sen. Murray called a move “to privatize Medicare.”
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The Curse of the Middle Guy: Ferguson’s first 8 months as governor
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Investigations team caps four years with state law, policy reforms
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Prosecutor won’t charge Rotschy after teen loses legs at worksite
Clark County cites a lack of proof that the Vancouver company acted with “culpable mental state” when a 16-year-old was injured using prohibited equipment.
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Does Chez Panisse live up to its towering reputation? Yes and no
Alice Waters’ Berkeley institution famously started the farm-to-table movement in 1971. But can its simple, farm fresh food stand up to today’s flashier flavors?
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The Newsfeed heads north to Snohomish County
This week, the team covers flooding, public transit, a measles outbreak and debate over security cameras in the state's third most populous county.
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Five years since the Blake decision in Washington state
The historic ruling opened the door for hundreds of thousands of drug possession convictions to be reversed. But many of those affected still await relief.
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Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson puts her affordability agenda to the test
In an interview with Host Paris Jackson, Wilson talks homelessness, policing, preparing for federal intrusion, and ”moving the needle” on quality of life.
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How the 2026 Washington state legislative session is going
Lawmakers continue to weigh a millionaire's tax, new limitations on AI chatbots and stronger protections for immigrants and voting rights.