Washington Bar Exam 2026 Cancelled
The July Washington Bar Exam, scheduled to commence July 28 at the Yakima Convention & Event Center this year, was cancelled following an unexpected technical failure at the venue. During …
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Hadestown Proshot’s Success
In its first public theatrical release, Broadway sensation “Hadestown” opened to $10.2 million in revenue, an all-time record breaking figure for a professionally shot production (hereafter pro-shot) of a Broadway …
Washington State Ends Precious Metals Tax Exemption
Beginning Jan. 1, 2026, Washington state eliminated a decades-old exemption on the taxation of precious metals, ushering in a significant change for buyers, sellers, collectors and investors. For about 40 …
Bellevue College Women’s Basketball Opens 2026 Conference Play with Dominant Win
On Jan. 7, the Bellevue College women’s basketball team opened conference play with a statement performance, combining physical play in the paint with disciplined defense to pull away from Edmonds. …
AI Overtake in Visual Media? The Coca-Cola Holiday Ad and Katseye’s “Internet Girl” Prompter
For decades, Coca-Cola’s seasonal spots have been closely tied to handcrafted visuals and nostalgic storytelling. This year, however, the company released holiday commercials created with generative AI tools, including expansive …
The Federal Way Light Rail Extension
In 1996, King County Sound Transit opened its first light rail. Ever since, Sound Transit has worked tirelessly to expand the light rail all across greater Seattle in an effort …
The Last Penny, What It Means for the Country
On Nov. 12, 2025, the U.S. Treasury minted and pressed the last penny. Under the new Trump Administration, President Donald J. Trump decided that the penny was “wasteful” and officially …
“Reciprocal Tariffs”- What Are They and How do Americans Feel About Them?
Trade negotiations are in full fledge as the Trump administration prepares to levy unprecedented “reciprocal” tariffs on nations across the globe in its ongoing effort to battle America’s trade deficit. …
BC Students Raise Concerns About Safety After Reported Assault On Campus
“I’m just wondering if they caught the guy.” Those were the words of an anonymous BC student when asked about the reported rape in BC’s L building on Tuesday, Feb. …
Investigation Launched After Reported Assault on BC Campus
Around 9:45 a.m. yesterday, the Bellevue College (BC) campus was notified that a sexual assault had been reported in the L building. The Bellevue Police Department requested a campus closure, …
Bellevue College Wellness Center’s Winter Offerings
As the new year unfolds, many of us find ourselves reflecting on ways to improve our well-being. Whether it’s adopting healthier habits, staying active or exploring new ways of personal …
Staff Picks: Professors We Love
When the Watchdog Staff aren’t working on getting news out to the Bellevue College community, most of us are in class. While in class, professors can make an outstanding impact …