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Washington state lawmakers will consider a system that would charge drivers fees based on how many miles they travel. File photo

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Lawmakers hear pitch to replace gas tax with per-mile fees

Transportation officials recommend 10-year transition.

Issaquah girls basketball sweeps regular season series against Newport

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Issaquah girls basketball sweeps regular season series against Newport

The Issaquah girls basketball team picked up a 62-54 win on senior night over the Newport Knights on…

SHARON HAGGERTY ANDERSON

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SHARON HAGGERTY ANDERSON

Sharon Haggerty Anderson joyfully cultivated friendship and love her entire life. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother…

Commentary: Inslee vows to give state a clean fuel standard

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Commentary: Inslee vows to give state a clean fuel standard

OLYMPIA — Gov. Jay Inslee badly wants a clean fuels standard in Washington.

Son allegedly shoots escaped prisoner

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Son allegedly shoots escaped prisoner

A man on the run from KCSO ends up at the hospital during Tiger Mountain shooting

If passed, Senate Bill 6254 would limit the nicotine concentration of vape products, ban certain flavoring chemicals and require vape manufacturers, distributors and retailers to obtain licenses from the Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board. Photo courtesy of ecigarettereviewed.com

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Lawmakers propose sweeping regulations for vaping industry

Bill supporters cite concerns over health issues and teen use.

DUANE (DJ) KENNETH JOHNSON

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DUANE (DJ) KENNETH JOHNSON

Duane (DJ) Kenneth Johnson, born September 20, 1941, passed away at home Tuesday, January 21, from complications with…

A proposal by Senate Democrats would require concealed pistol license applicants in Washington state to complete a safety course. File photo

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Democrats seek firearm training requirement for concealed carriers

Republican senator calls proposal ‘unconstitutional.’

Snohomish County man is first U.S. case of new coronavirus

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Snohomish County man is first U.S. case of new coronavirus

A man in his 30s was hospitalized in Everett after contracting the virus during a trip to China.

Issaquah basketball teams pick up wins on the hardwood

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Issaquah basketball teams pick up wins on the hardwood

The Issaquah boys snapped a three-game losing streak in league play with a 56-53 victory over North Creek…

DAVID BRUCE SARVER

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DAVID BRUCE SARVER

David Bruce Sarver passed away peacefully on January 15, 2020 in Seattle, WA just before his 81st birthday…

Business perspective for the new year | Financial advice column

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Business perspective for the new year | Financial advice column

A monthly business column from a local financial adviser.

Matt Marshall, leader of the Washington Three Percenters gun rights group, addresses a crowd rallying for Second Amendment rights Jan. 17 at the state Capitol in Olympia. Marshall condemned Republican leadership in the House of Representatives, which expelled Rep. Matt Shea from the Republican Caucus. Marshall announced his candidacy for the 2nd District seat held by House Minority Leader J.T. Wilcox. Photo by Cameron Sheppard, WNPA News Service

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Gun rights advocates rally at Capitol

Criticism levied at Matt Shea investigation, Republican leadership.

Sen. Mona Das, D-Kent, the primary sponsor of SB 5323, speaking on the bill. (Photo courtesy of Hannah Sabio-Howell)

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Proposed law adds a fee to plastic bags at checkout

Senate passes bill to ban single-use plastic bags, place 8-cent fee on reusable plastic bags.

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Issaquah deals with first snow of the season

Schools closed Monday through Wednesday due to weather concerns.

In November 2019, Washington voters approved Initiative 976, which calls for $30 car tabs. Sound Publishing file photo

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Republicans try to guarantee $30 car tabs amid court hangup

Lawmakers sponsor companion bills in the House and Senate.

Eager buyers plentiful but choices were meager

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Eager buyers plentiful but choices were meager

The real estate market by the numbers for December 2019.

Gov. Jay Inslee delivered his 2020 State of the State Address on Tuesday, Jan. 14. (Photo courtesy of Washington State Office of the Governor)

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Gov. Inslee delivers State of the State Address

By Leona Vaughn, WNPA News Service

Rep. Laurie Jinkins, D-Tacoma, was sworn in Jan. 13, 2020, as Speaker of the House. Photo by Cameron Sheppard, WNPA News Service

Northwest

Jinkins sworn in as WA’s first female Speaker of the House

Rep. Laurie Jinkins, D-Tacoma, is applauded by her colleagues as she becomes the first woman in Washington State…

Issaquah girls win fourth straight, boys’ comeback falls short | Prep hoops roundup

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Issaquah girls win fourth straight, boys’ comeback falls short | Prep hoops roundup

The Issaquah girls extended their winning streak to four games after a 63-42 victory over the Bothell Cougars…