How the “Roe v. Wade” Overturn Should Affect Washington State
On June 24, 2022, the U.S. Supreme Court overturned the provisions of Roe v. Wade that provided a constitutional right to an abortion for U.S. citizens. The weight of this […]
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Pacific Science Center Re-Opens in Seattle
COVID-19 induced the shutdown of in-person activities and entertainment in 2020. For the first time since then, Seattle’s Pacific Science Center (PacSci) is back open. Masks are optional for visitors […]
Nearly 300 New Americans take Oath at Seattle Citizenship Ceremony
A naturalization ceremony in Seattle occurred on America’s Independence Day, celebrated this past Monday, in recognition of the nation’s growth as approximately 300 immigrants became American citizens. America’s melting pot […]
WA Energy Code will Require Electric Heating in New Buildings
This year, Washington state started a law that all new buildings have to have electric space heating and hot water systems. This goes into effect on July 1, 2023. The […]
Washington State Facing Significant Lifeguard Shortage
As school winds down you might be anticipating finally slipping into that summer vibe and going to the beach or a public pool. The last thing you would expect to […]
Predictions for Washington’s 2022 Summer Heat
Remember last year’s hot weather? That heat wave made some of us feel like we were going to die. Well, summer is finally back (after what seemed like a very […]
KCLS to Host Events for Pride Month
We have officially entered the month of June, dubbed LGBT Pride month! To celebrate, the King County Library System is putting on some pride-centered events. All of these events are […]
Unusual Precipitation in May Expected to Continue
The weather is a fickle thing and oftentimes unpredictable. But this year’s weather has been something else entirely. Since May has just ended, it is worth noting that this past […]
New Barnes and Noble Location Opening in Bellevue
Are you an avid book reader? Or maybe you just like the cozy feeling of being in a bookstore surrounded by typed and bound knowledge? You are in luck because […]
Roe v. Wade to Potentially be Overturned by Supreme Court
Last weekend, people all over the country rose up to defend reproductive rights in light of the Supreme Court ruling that was leaked just over two weeks ago. The leaked […]
WA Seeks to Decriminalize Drugs with New Ballot Measure
A coalition called Commit to Change WA is currently collecting signatures in order to get a ballot measure to decriminalize drugs on the ballot in November. Specifically, Initiative 1922 would […]
Local Entertainment Venues for Spring and Summer
With the spring season here and summer coming, many people like to enjoy music at local venues, ranging from jazz, reggae, blues and any other genre you could think of. […]
Public Transit to Become Free for Youth in Washington State
Last week, the Washington State Legislature passed a nearly $17 billion dollar transportation package that is meant to be rolled out over the next sixteen years. Within that package, $3 […]
Outdoor Opportunities in the PNW
As spring comes into focus, the weather will clear and allow for more opportunities to have fun outside. There are so many places to go and things to see, but […]
WA Senate Passes Law Prohibiting Sale of Large Magazines
On March 4, 2022, Senate Bill 5078 passed through the Washington State House of Representatives and is now on the way to the Governor’s desk to be written into law. […]
Local Business Profile: Trail Youth Coffee Home
The Trail Youth Coffee Home is a non-profit helping to get teens off the streets and into a supportive community, with the job opportunity to work at the coffee home. […]
Local Business Profile: Aroma Coffee Co.
Aroma Coffee Co. is a locally owned business in Fall City, Washington. Born in the midst of the pandemic, Aroma holds a bigger and better meaning to those in the […]
Concrete Workers Join Increasing Strike Trends
The Teamsters Local 174 union, representing concrete mixer drivers and cement plant employees, is on strike. They are demanding better worker rights. The union is currently in a standoff with […]
How to Combat Ballot Rejection
Feb. 8 was Election Day, and as the ballots continue to be counted, it is worth keeping an eye out for a multitude of reasons. One of the concerns now […]
UW Researchers Develop “Harmony” COVID-19 Test
Researchers at the University of Washington have created a faster, cheaper COVID test. It’s called “Harmony COVID-19.” The test combines the speed of an over-the-counter antigen test with the accuracy […]