Silicon Valley Bank collapse: what the heck happened? Friday’s collapse of Silicon Valley Bank is the second largest bank failure in United States history, right behind Seattle’s own Washington Mutual in 2008. Jason Burrows
WA lawmakers pass housing, firearm bills ahead of cutoff, leave rent control, recycling bills behind Wednesday marked the final day for legislators to pass bills from the chamber they originated in, meaning most bills that didn't receive a vote on the floor will no longer be considered this session. Jeanie Lindsay
Seattle's new caste discrimination ban illuminates a complex civil rights discussion When the Seattle City Council chose to ban caste discrimination in February, they delved into a complex civil rights issue, one that businesses and institutions across the country are increasingly grappling with, too. Hans Anderson
Proposed downtown Seattle makeover, mental health levy, and more: King County Executive's annual address In his annual address Tuesday, King County Executive Dow Constantine told council members the state of the county is strong. He struck an optimistic tone about the possibilities of the future. But he also acknowledged the continuing challenges facing the county. Kate Walters
Racist covenants excluded many from homeownership. WA lawmakers seek to remedy 'decades of direct harms' Homebuyers from historically marginalized groups may be getting some help with their down payments. That’s the goal of a bill making its way through the Washington State Legislature. Joshua McNichols
21,000 overpaid WA unemployment recipients won't have to repay the state About 21,000 people in Washington state have learned that they won't have to pay back unemployment benefits they received during the pandemic. But that is not the case for thousands more. Paige Browning
Body of infant found in Ballard remains mystery Seattle Police and the King County Medical Examiner are investigating the death of a baby whose body was discovered on a roadside in Ballard last week. But they say it will take time to know more about the case. Amy Radil
'They're not listening anymore.' Member of WA's government transparency committee steps down Attorney Kathy George has resigned from the Washington legislature’s Sunshine Committee. The committee’s role is to monitor the state government’s transparency laws. Mike Davis
Short-term rentals get the green light in Gig Harbor Soundside host Libby Denkmann chats with Gig Harbor Now reporter Charlee Glock-Jackson, along with Councilmember Jeni Woock about a recent vote to allow short-term rentals in Gig Harbor. Jason Burrows
