politics
What González and Harrell’s council votes say about their mayoral bids
As city council members, Lorena González and Bruce Harrell frequently voted on the same side, except on a few key issues.
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King County repeals bicycle helmet law, citing disparate enforcement
The vote follows a Crosscut story showing it was used primarily to stop homeless people.
politics
Proposed WA redistricting maps may violate Voting Rights Act
None of the maps proposed by members of the state Redistricting Commission would create a Yakima Valley district where most eligible voters are Latino, a new analysis finds.
Environment
Urine trouble: High nitrogen levels in Puget Sound cause ecological worry
The Washington Department of Ecology is set to implement new 'nutrient waste' regulations to protect struggling marine life.
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Some Western cities use trash cleanup to combat homelessness
Cities are investing thousands of dollars in clean up programs during the pandemic.