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Seattle will loosen restrictions on spending its big-business tax
The Jumpstart tax was originally intended to raise funds for housing and climate projects. Now the door is open for the city to spend it freely.
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Project 2025 calls for massive changes to Hanford nuclear cleanup
The Heritage Foundation’s blueprint proposes reclassifying radioactive waste as something less dangerous so it can be disposed of more cheaply.
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What Seattle residents want to see in the $8.3B city budget
In an hours-long public meeting, community members asked the Council to protect Jumpstart, invest in the Central District, address public safety & more.
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WA voter turnout dropped for all ages — especially young people
Participation for Washingtonians 18-24 dropped 8.5 points from the 2020 election, but improved compared to 2016.
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Bob Ferguson continues fight against abortion pill restrictions
In a case with national implications, WA’s governor-elect and officials in 18 states are challenging FDA policies that limit access to mifepristone.