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How a WA lawmaker used a fake kidnapping to sway a vote
Sen. Tim Sheldon cited a Mexican kidnapping as an argument for keeping certain info about state and local politicians offline. One problem: it never happened.
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Two former Durkan staffers alleged mistreatment in Seattle mayor’s office
One employee reported that the mayor grabbed her by the face. Another is saying that she oversees a toxic work environment. Durkan denies both accounts.
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Progress on WA climate bills could boost Inslee’s 2020 hopes
After years of failure and frustration, Democrats are taking a piecemeal approach to climate legislation, and it appears to be working.
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Lynnwood uses disaster shelters for the homeless. Could Seattle?
Manufactured in Everett, the easy-to-construct structures were made for hurricane relief, but have been serving another purpose closer to home.
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What would Seattle gain by hosting a presidential debate?
Local Democrats, including Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan, want the party's candidates for president to face off at the Paramount Theatre. Here's why.