Environment
Washington is the first state to require all-electric heating in new buildings
Most new large apartment and commercial buildings must install heat pumps under the state's new energy code.
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Why efforts to reduce homelessness in Seattle have fallen short
Leaders in the fight against homelessness discuss how to address the crisis through introspection, lived expertise and an approach oriented toward dignity and healing.
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How rent relief fraud allegations left Thurston County tenants hanging
Evidence suggests fraud in federal rent relief programs is rare. But in some states, fraud fears have kept tenants from getting help.
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Oakland fire in tiny home village turns spotlight on WA company
The plastic structures are made by Everett-based Pallet Shelter and used in several Seattle-area villages.
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Seattle high-needs homeless program at risk of ending
JustCARE's funding will run out in June. The Seattle City Council could spend $10 million annually to keep the program going.