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‘It’s an issue of liberty’: WA will stop jailing kids who run away or skip school
Washington is an outlier when it comes to jailing kids for things that aren't crimes. A new law intends to change that.
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International bike expert's advice to Seattle: 'Make it difficult for people to drive'
Author Peter Walker has researched bike infrastructure around the world — he says Seattle's has some glaring gaps.
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WA’s new climate laws give Inslee a boost. But will they help his White House bid?
The longshot presidential candidate is pinning his hopes on the Washington Legislature's recent actions to combat climate change.
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New proposal would buy the Showbox six more months
The bill from Councilmember Lisa Herbold comes as she accuses opposing attorneys of "changing the terms of negotiation."
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Free college is coming for WA families making under $50K
A new plan approved by the Legislature will soon provide free tuition to low-income families — guaranteed.