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WA lawmakers propose capping insulin costs at $100 a month
With the federal government in gridlock, states and finding ways to lower costs.
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Swedish nurse strike still possible following Dec. 30 negotiations
Not enough progress was made, nurses unions say.
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Swedish Medical Center nurses could strike by year’s end
Union reps say negotiations have stalled since they began in April.
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Swedish Medical Center nurses could send notification of strike by year’s end
Union reps say negotiations have stalled since they began in April.
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Who owns King County forestlands?
It’s a hodgepodge mix, but large investment companies own a substantial chunk.
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Catch a train: WA considers an Auburn to Spokane rail line
An east-west route could tie in with the proposed ultra-high-speed rail between B.C. and Portland.
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Regional homelessness authority approved by King County, Seattle
The authority will consolidate crisis response and services into one entity.
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King, Pierce county officials want answers on Sound Transit fare enforcement disparities
The transit agency reported in October that black riders were more likely than others to get fined.
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Despite concerns, homelessness authority moves toward final Seattle vote
Seattle’s homelessness committee aligned the city’s plan with King County’s.
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King County approves environmental justice provision
An update to the King County climate action plan should include an environmental justice framing as it’s developed…
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Homelessness authority approved by King County, awaits Seattle vote
The agreement would consolidate emergency services for people experiencing homelessness.
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Council approves $600,000 to increase security at King County Courthouse
The funding will be split evenly between increasing deputies, security and social services.
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Victims, law enforcement speak about King County Courthouse conditions
An entrance to the courthouse was closed after an assault.
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King County Council approves controversial winery, brewery ordinance
After five years, the county has updated regulations surrounding alcohol production and tasting.
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Tenant advocates prepare for another push in Olympia
Following wins in Burien and Federal Way, just cause evictions are on the 2020 Legislative agenda.
Business
Business alliance serves women of African diaspora in King County
Nourah Yonous launched the African Women Business Alliance in 2017 to find ways to lift women up.
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Wildfire response: State unveils funding legislation proposal
Last year, Department of Natural Resources responded to record number of wildfires.
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Report outlines lack of child care in Washington
In King County, supply doesn’t meet demand for child care.
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How will the U.S. respond to climate refugees?
Business as usual has been harder borders, are there other ways to address climate migration?
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What’s been happening with safe injection sites?
There hasn’t been much coverage this year compared to the last couple years.