Wednesday, November 30, 2011

Recounts Stem From November Election

The November election is not quite over. Counties certified their results Tuesday, but many races are extremely close. And that will lead to some recounts. KUOW's Derek Wang has details. More »

Wednesday, November 09, 2011

Canada, Culture And Politics: Les Leyne, Robert Horton, And Election Review

Les Leyne, columnist for the Victoria Times–Colonist, brings us the latest in news from Canada. Film critic Robert Horton taps into the zeitgeist for a conversation about the intersection of art, culture and society. Then, a panel of journalists reflect on the results of Tuesday's election and what it will mean for the region. More »

Wednesday, November 09, 2011

Washington Voters Say Yes Again to Long-Term Care

Once again, Washington voters have approved a measure that requires more training for long–term care workers. Initiative 1163 would also require stiffer background checks.

In 2008, voters passed a similar measure but the law has yet to take effect because of funding. And as KUOW's Ruby de Luna reports, it's still not clear how the state will pay for the training.

Wednesday, November 09, 2011

Tacoma Approves Measure To Limit Pot Arrests

In Tacoma, supporters of Initiative 1 are claiming a victory. The measure directs law enforcement to make marijuana possession offenses their lowest priority. KUOW's Liz Jones has that story. More »

Wednesday, November 09, 2011

Seattle Voters Reject $60 Car Tab Measure

Seattle voters soundly rejected a proposal to raise their car licensing fees by $60. Proposition 1 would have paid for transit improvements in the city, as well as road and sidewalk repairs. It was championed by both the mayor and the City Council. KUOW's Deborah Wang has more. More »

Wednesday, November 09, 2011

Three Incumbents Lead In Seattle School Board Races

Four Seattle School Board members ran for their seats again. They're all ahead — except for one. KUOW's Phyllis Fletcher reports. More »

Wednesday, November 09, 2011

Stokes, Laing In Close Race For Bellevue City Council Seat

Two of the biggest supporters of light rail have won reelection to the Bellevue City Council. An open seat sought by John Stokes and Aaron Laing remains too close to call. KUOW's Amy Radil has more. More »

Wednesday, November 09, 2011

King County Council Incumbents Fare Well: Hague Poised To Keep Seat

King County Council incumbent Jane Hague appears poised to keep her Eastside seat. Joe McDermott, whose district includes Downtown and West Seattle, easily won his reelection. KUOW's Amy Radil has more. More »

Wednesday, November 09, 2011

After 8 Decades, State Control Of Liquor Sales To End

Washington voters have ended nearly 80 years of state–controlled liquor sales. Initiative 1183 is currenly passing with 60 percent of the vote. The measure privatizes the sale of booze and closes state liquor stores. KUOW's Austin Jenkins reports from Seattle. More »

Wednesday, November 09, 2011

Election-Palooza: 1183 Wins, What Next?

What's exactly happens with liquor privatization? We check in with the state Liquor Control Board. Plus, AP News Editor Chris Grygiel weighs in on 1183 and the other state initiatives. More »