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65+ now eligible for Covid vaccine in WA; National Guard to help speed vaccinations
The state of Washington, hamstrung as many states have been by a slow distribution of COVID-19 vaccines, will deploy the National Guard, set up mass vaccination sites and create a new public-private partnership to lead a renewed effort to get the vaccine into the arms of people.
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Before you hail American democracy, consider its roots
An attack on democracy – that’s how leaders are describing the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol. But democracy is a governing system that was never designed for everyone to participate.
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Seattle Uber & Lyft drivers report small pay bumps following law change
This month, Uber and Lyft drivers got a small raise. That’s because a new Seattle law kicked in that increased how much money drivers earn per ride. It's too soon to know the law's full impact. But drivers say some kinds of rides are paying more, now.
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A 13 year old goes on a joyride. Thanks to this program, she won't wind up in court
Last summer, Black Lives Matter protesters called on governments to cut funding for police, jails and courts. They wanted to replace that structure with community programs to redirect people accused of committing crimes. This year King County is stepping up support and funding for these community programs, especially for youth.
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Am I next? WA's new online system can check your vaccine eligibility
As Washington state tries to move along its Covid vaccination program, it has launched an online questionnaire to help people figure out whether they’re eligible for the next round.
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King County blames power outages for big sewage spills. Tribe blames the county.
While King County officials blame power outages from a wind storm for millions of gallons of sewage entering Lake Washington and Puget Sound early Wednesday morning, critics say the county needs to be held accountable for the pollution.
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Seattle-area officials not aware of any threats relating to inauguration, but are on alert anyway
Seattle officials are in touch with the FBI and Washington State Patrol about threats surrounding the presidential inauguration. No specific threats are targeting the city.
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Elderly people sleep in cars to line up for coronavirus vaccine
Elderly people are sleeping in their cars to make sure they get a coronavirus vaccine. That's what Tom Banse saw in Sequim, Washington recently.
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Millions of gallons of raw sewage spill into Seattle-area waters
The recent region-wide power outage caused wastewater pumps to spill raw sewage into Seattle-area waters, such as Puget Sound and Lake Washington.
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Washington salmon 'teetering on the brink of extinction'
Salmon in Washington state are "teetering on the brink of extinction" according to a new report.
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Environmental groups challenge Trump adm. over gray wolf decision
Environmental groups are challenging the Trump administration's decision to remove the gray wolf from the federal endangered species list.
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Report Lays Out Bleak Picture For Northwest Salmon 'Teetering On The Brink Of Extinction'
Washington’s salmon are “teetering on the brink of extinction,” according to a new report. It says the state must change how it’s responding to climate...