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AG files suit to block $4 billion pre-merger payout to Albertson shareholders
Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson filed a lawsuit Tuesday to prevent Albertsons from paying $4 billion to its shareholders before a proposed merger with Kroger can be reviewed by state and federal regulators.
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Washington's emergency order has ended, but you still have to wear masks in these places
Washington's statewide state of emergency order for the pandemic is over as of this morning, but some pandemic-era rules and precautions will remain.
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Takeaways from the Larkin-Schrier debate for the 8th Congressional District race
Congressmember Kim Schrier and Republican challenger Matt Larkin are back campaigning after their one and only debate. Their race for the 8th Congressional District is a close one. It could determine future control of the U.S. House.
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Washington's lingering pandemic emergency orders are expiring
After more than two and a half years, the final lingering emergency declarations in Washington state are set to expire, marking a major milestone in the state’s pandemic battle.
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Emergency Covid orders are ending. Where does that leave renters and landlords?
Covid emergency measures end Monday, Oct. 31 in both Seattle and Washington state. Those emergency orders include protections for tenants who fall behind on their rent. KUOW looked into what their expiration means for renters and their landlords.
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'Yogurt for bats': A new way to fight a deadly pandemic
Washington scientists hope a strange new concoction can save these creatures of the night from their mortal enemy. They call it “yogurt for bats.”
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Only 15% of Washingtonians have gotten the updated omicron booster
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Seattle wants to put its money where its graffiti is
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell has announced a new plan to address a surge of graffiti in the city. Harrell is not only calling on multiple city departments to address the graffiti — he’s also looking to citizens in the community to support these efforts.
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Proposed Kroger-Albertsons merger under state scrutiny
Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson is now weighing in on the proposed merger of Kroger and Albertsons stores. Ferguson also joined his counterparts in the District of Columbia, Arizona, California, Idaho and Illinois to express concerns about the $4 billion shareholder payout in November that’s part of the merger.
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Where leaded gas still flies in the United States
The United States banned leaded paint and leaded gasoline decades ago, but many floatplanes and other small aircraft still run on leaded fuel. Federal officials have taken a major step toward changing that.
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Seattle home prices down a smidge, but nowhere close to affordable yet
Various indicators show a slowdown in the real estate market in the central Puget Sound area. That’s raised hopes that homes could become much more affordable soon. Don't hold your breath.
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New King County police contract increases pay, body cams, and civilian oversight
The latest contract ratified by King County’s 633 sergeants and deputies will raise their salaries more than 20% over the next three years. It also paves the way for the King County Sheriff’s Office to implement body-worn cameras.