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State Lawmakers Decry Failure Of Juvenile Justice Reform Bill: “We Chose The Wrong Path”
A coalition of 28 Washington state lawmakers have condemned the Legislature's failure to advance a key juvenile justice reform measure, calling it a moral and political failure that leaves vulnerable youth trapped in an inhumane system.
Local United Way Leaders Condemn White House Plan To Eliminate IRS Direct File
United Way of King County and United Ways of the Pacific Northwest are strongly opposing the reported White House plans to eliminate the IRS Direct File program, a free electronic tax filing system that has helped thousands of Washingtonians and others nationwide file their taxes easily and affordably.
Rep. Jamila Taylor Advances New Laws to Protect Vulnerable Communities And End-of-Life Rights
Rep. Jamila Taylor (D-Federal Way) successfully passed two bills into law, one modernizing background checks for caregivers and the other ensuring all individuals can make their own end-of-life healthcare decisions.
Woman Arrested After Throwing Hot Coffee At Gas Station Clerk In West Seattle
Seattle police apprehended a 33-year-old woman on Thursday evening after she allegedly stole hot coffee and assaulted a 45-year-old gas station employee at a West Seattle gas station. The woman was subsequently booked into the King County Jail on suspicion of robbery.
Two Men Arrested and Charged with Attempted Murder In Kidnapping And Torture Case Of Burien Woman
Alexander Moises Arnaez-Guttierrez and Kevin Daniel Sanabria Ojeda face charges of attempted murder, first-degree robbery, and first-degree kidnapping after a violent abduction and robbery of a 58-year-old woman.
Netflix Sets to Establish First Office In Seattle, Signaling Expansion Into Tech Hub
Netflix is set to open its first office in Seattle's downtown area, with plans to renovate 22,000 square feet of space at Madison Centre. This marks a significant expansion for the streaming giant in the region.
Mary Mahoney Organization To Honor Eleven Nursing Students With Scholarships
The Mary Mahoney Professional Nurses Organization (MMPNO) will award scholarships to eleven African heritage nursing students during its annual luncheon on April 26, 2025, to recognize their achievements and support their future in the nursing profession.
The Breakfast Group Held Its 43th Annual Tie-One-On Luncheon, Honoring Seattle’s Young Black Men
The Breakfast Group hosted its 43rd Annual Tie-One-On Luncheon, honoring Seattle's young Black men, where mentors and mentees gathered to celebrate the transition from adolescence to adulthood.
Public Health-Seattle & King County Celebrated Its Fourth Annual “Every Month Is Black History Month” Community Health And Resource Fair
Public Health-Seattle & King County and the Northwest African American Museum hosted the fourth annual "Every Month Is Black History Month" Community Health and Resource Fair, which highlighted health inequities and disparities within the Black community and provided access to healthcare resources and culturally competent care.
City Of Seattle Tightens Regulations On After-Hours Lounges In Wake Of Gun Violence
The City of Seattle has approved legislation tightening regulations on after-hours lounges, requiring them to have two security guards, video surveillance, and a safety plan, and allowing entry by police officers.