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Opponents worry bill expediting WA green energy projects would doom local control

Washington state’s permitting process for clean energy projects could be expedited if legislation that received a public hearing on Monday in Olympia is approved.

Bill to provide backup plan if bids for hybrid-electric ferries fail could be sunk

A Washington state lawmaker from Gig Harbor is backing a “contingency” bill in case bids for hybrid-electric ferries expected this April don’t pan out.

$45 million EV rebate program exhausted by high-income earners

Washington state’s $45 million Electric Vehicle Instant Rebate Program for buying or leasing electric vehicles fell far short of promises to deliver environmental results and help middle-income people buy EVs, concluded a Washington Policy Center policy brief released on Wednesday.

Sea-Tac airport broke its passenger volume record in 2024

Passenger levels at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport were at an all-time high in 2024, a sign that the Pacific Northwest’s largest airport has fully recovered from the COVID-19 pandemic of five years ago.

Hunting org sues WA Dept. of Fish & Wildlife over delay in releasing public records

The Columbus, Ohio-based Sportsmen’s Alliance Foundation has filed a lawsuit in state superior court against the Washington State Department of Fish & Wildlife. The lawsuit alleges the agency violated the state’s Public Records Act by slow-walking a public records request for 16 months.

Recipe: A tasty take on a beloved side dish

When making a meal, be it an intimate dinner for two or the main course for a dinner party, the entree often gets the bulk of the attention. But as any cook knows, the side dishes can make just as big an impression as the main course.

Savvy Senior: Driving with dementia and knowing when to stop

When should someone with dementia stop driving? My 83-year-old father has some dementia issues but still drives himself around town pretty well.

Seattle's outdated school construction code costing city $2.5M a year

Seattle’s outdated school construction code is costing more than $2 million a year to fix. The Seattle School Traffic Safety Committee presented its annual update to the Seattle Transportation Committee on Tuesday. STSC members spoke on what is needed to improve safety for students going to and from school.

King County to spend $107M to expand green spaces and enhance conservation

The King County Council has approved $107 million in funding for 53 conservation projects across the county as part of ongoing efforts to combat climate change.

Help McClure Middle School raise funds

Since its establishment in 1964, McClure Middle School has served as a cornerstone of education and community engagement for the Queen Anne and Magnolia neighborhoods. Over the decades, McClure has evolved to meet the changing needs of its students and the community, consistently striving for academic excellence and inclusivity.

King County and Seattle to use combined $134M to build 1,600 housing units

King County and Seattle plan to use a combined $134 million to pay for the construction of 1,600 affordable homes. Seattle announced it is using $108 million toward affordable housing through its 2023 Housing Levy. The city anticipates the funds to create 655 affordable homes throughout Seattle.

Port Commission president presents teal new deal

Port Commissioner Toshiko Hasegawa was sworn in as the Port of Seattle's Commission President for 2025. Hasegawa is a fourth generation Japanese American that was born and raised under the flight path in Beacon Hill and the First Asian American woman to hold this office.

Bill requiring more local say for large wind, solar projects faces gloomy future

A bill to give local communities more say in large renewable energy projects got a public hearing this week, but Washington Rep. Mary Dye, R-Pomeroy, isn’t holding her breath that her sponsored legislation will get a vote out of committee this session.

Recipe: Warm up one spoonful at a time

People who live in cold climates understand that it can sometimes be challenging to warm up after a day spent combatting snow, wind or freezing rain. Luckily, eating hot soup is a very effective means to returning the body to a less-chilled temperature.

Savvy Senior: How seniors can get help lowering their grocery bills

I would like to find out if my 72-year-old mother is eligible for food stamps or any other type of assistance program. When my stepfather died last year, mom’s income dropped in half and is having a hard time paying her grocery bills. What can you tell us?