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Bob Ferguson sworn in as Washington governor, delivers inaugural address

A day after outgoing three-term Gov. Jay Inslee delivered his final State of the State address, Bob Ferguson was sworn in as the state’s 24th governor on Wednesday. Ferguson has served as the state attorney general since 2013 and was a member of the King County Council before that.

Erica Grivas: Where are you playing small?

When things don’t go our way, our first instinct is to find external conditions to blame. For example, we might say to ourselves, I can’t advance at work because of the corporate culture, the economy, or my boss’ personality. In doing so we fail to consider a most impactful idea: that we are living within self-imposed limitations. Why is this so important?

Drivers, union voice frustrations over safety concerns on King County Metro buses

King County Metro workers are calling for an urgent response to safety concerns as county council members explore solutions. The King County Committee of the Whole held its first meeting of the year on Monday with transit safety as the topic of discussion.

Incoming Gov. Ferguson describes taxes as a ‘last resort’ for WA budget deficit

Gov.-elect Bob Ferguson has released his office’s budget priorities, which call for $4 billion in reduced spending by Washington state agencies while describing new taxes as a “last resort.”

Savvy Senior: The surprising dangers of earwax

It’s true! Excessive amounts of earwax can indeed cause problems in elderly seniors including hearing loss or ringing in your ears. Some people experience vertigo, which increases the risk of falling. And there’s also a correlation between hearing loss and cognitive decline and depression.

FAA administrator: Boeing needs ‘a fundamental cultural shift’

A year after a door plug blew out of an Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 MAX midflight, a Federal Aviation Administration official says the company is in need of “a fundamental cultural shift … oriented around safety and quality above profits.”

Seattle City Council chair wants to continue focus on public safety in 2025

Seattle City Council Chair Sara Nelson says there’s more work to be done on public safety even after more than 10 related bills were passed in 2024.

Assisted Living Locators opens location in Seattle

Assisted Living Locators announces the opening of its newest location in Seattle.

New Seattle police chief set to assume office in late January or early February

Shon Barnes was announced on Dec. 20 as the next chief of the Seattle Police Department, but he won't assume his new job right away. Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell’s office told The Center Square that Barnes is expected to start sometime in late January to early February.

Seattle police report a net gain of one officer in 2024, breaking four-year streak

The Seattle Police Department had a net gain of one officer in 2024, breaking a four-year streak of a net loss of officers.

Seattle native named YoungArts ‘Winner with Distinction’

Eighteen-year-old Seattle native, Wyatt Silva, has been named a 2025 YoungArts “Winner with Distinction” in the discipline of voice: singer/songwriter.

CA fires a good reminder for WA homeowners to check their insurance policies

Devastating fires continued to burn across Southern California Wednesday, with homes and other buildings destroyed in Los Angeles County. Five people have been confirmed dead so far, with hundreds injured as they race to flee the flames.

Budget deficit may mean protecting, not expanding, substance abuse treatment programs

A prominent state senator indicated that fiscal reality could mean prioritizing and protecting substance abuse recovery programs that are already working over any plans to expand them.

Savvy Senior: Does Medicare cover talk therapy services?

What types of mental health services does Medicare cover? I struggle with anxiety and depression, and my primary care provider recommended I see a therapist or psychiatrist.

Oldest state employee, from Monroe, calls it a day at age 91

Gloria Hopkins knew a small celebration would happen for her retirement, but was wowed by how big a deal it would become.