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Candidates to replace Chopp in 43rd District offer big contrasts
Shaun Scott, a Democratic Socialist, and Andrea Suarez, whom the party calls “not a bona fide Democrat,” vie to succeed the longtime lawmaker.
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Seattle Mayor staves off deep cuts in $8.3B 2025 budget proposal
Harrell balanced the $250 million deficit with more than $200 million from the Jumpstart Payroll Expense Tax, plus the elimination of 159 city jobs.
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Does Washington need a ban to prevent natural gas bans?
The state is moving toward electric-friendly energy policies, but says it won’t outlaw natural gas. I-2066 would preemptively block any such attempts.
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Remembering popular progressive WA Republican Gov. Dan Evans
Serving three terms from 1965 to 1977 and one as U.S. Senator, Evans personified the “just right” middle. The politician died at 98.
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Learning curve: WA schools grapple with new cell phone policies
Districts are trying to address concerns about devices’ harmful effects on students, but have received pushback from parents who prefer constant contact.