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Tasting room proposal could redefine alcohol production in King County
Pilot program would benefit wineries, breweries and distilleries. Several farmers are concerned.
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No good solution to the plastics problem
Plastic is piling up everywhere from King County to ocean floors, and humans keep making more.
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Rick Steves to give $1 million yearly to stop climate change
“If we are in the travel business, we are contributing to the destruction of our environment,” he said.
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Boeing says decision on new airplane will come this year
With the 737 Max crisis far from over, there was speculation that a 797 decision might be delayed.
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King County’s $5 million derelict boat problem
When a boat sinks, it costs a lot to bring it up, with millions being spent since 2003…
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Self-driving cars: Heaven or hell?
Depending on factors, traffic and environmental impacts could become better or worse.
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Susan’s quest for ‘justice’ and the civil legal system dilemma
While citizens have the right to an attorney in criminal cases, they’re not afforded the same rights in…
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King County Council requests report on special districts in wake of fraud allegations
Small, local special districts will face more scrutiny following Enumclaw drainage district case.
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Housing study pokes holes in conventional wisdom
High construction and land costs will incentivize developers to build luxury units.
Sports
I’ll miss Doug Baldwin the player, but I’ll miss the man more
I witnessed ‘Contemplative Doug,’ not ‘Angry Doug,’ in my time covering the Seahawks.
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Eviction reform passed by state Legislature
Tenant protections included longer notices and more judicial discretion.
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Possible measles exposure reported in King County
The person who was infected took a Kenmore Air Flight on April 28.
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Overdose deaths continue to rise locally and nationally
This may not be the same opioid epidemic anymore.
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I-1000 passes state Legislature as advocates hope to increase equality
The initiative could allow affirmative action to return to Washington state after 20 years.
Business
Muckleshoot Indian Tribe to develop luxury hotel at Auburn casino
Opening in 2021, dynamic resort experience to meet guest demand, the tribe says
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King County airport operators will stop serving ICE flights
Three companies at Boeing Field have indicated they will not service deportation flights.
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Homelessness may be trending down after seven years
A press release from the annual count showed a reduction in people living without a home.
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Legislature adjourns on time with new budget, more money for education
Total spending is $52.4 billion; includes levy lid lift for school districts and some tax increases.
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Modular housing in King County moves ahead
Small, portable housing units are being explored by the county to address homelessness.
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Hits and misses from Legislature’s 2019 session
New laws target vaccines, sex crimes and daylight savings; losers include sex ed and dwarf tossing bills.