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Western Washington braces for severe rain, wind storms brought by Pacific bomb cyclone
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High winds and rain are expected to strike Western Washington on Tuesday. Meteorologists are advising residents to prepare for power outages and other stormy disruptions.
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Roosevelt High School in Seattle is under investigation by the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association for alleged football recruiting violations as the team heads to state playoffs for the first time in a decade.
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6h ago
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Boeing is laying off nearly 2,200 Washington employees before Christmas
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As the holiday season arrives, and people begin wrapping presents in red, green, and gold paper, Boeing is sending pink slips to some of its employees, including 2,199 in Washington state.
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E. coli outbreak linked to organic carrots sickens people in 18 states, including Washington
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Grimmway Farms recalled an array of its organic whole and baby carrots over concerns of an E. coli outbreak. Recalled carrots were sold at retailers such as Walmart, Whole Foods and Trader Joe's.
#Food #News #kuow #Health #business #artsandlife
7h ago
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Countries agreed to try to hold global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius. Is that still possible?
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In the 2015 Paris Agreement, most countries agreed to try hard to limit global warming to below 1.5 degrees Celsius. Delay and inaction mean that goal is becoming harder to achieve by the day.
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8h ago
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King County illegally used tool to fix problem ballots, lawsuit says
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The Washington State Republican Party is suing the King County elections director.
on Sep 5
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In Seattle area, 988 mental health hotline supports tens of thousands in crisis
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When people call 988, they get immediate help — but from a trained crisis counselor instead of law enforcement or paramedics. So far, close to 100,000 people have called or texted 988 from Puget Sound-based area codes.
on Sep 5
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Alex Morgan, the face of American soccer for a generation, says she will retire
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Morgan led the U.S. to two FIFA Women's World Cup titles and an Olympic gold medal. At age 35, she has now bid farewell to a career that she said was "more than I could have ever dreamed of."
on Sep 5
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It's back-to-school season. Do you know where your kids are? Take KUOW's news quiz
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Test your news knowledge.
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on Sep 5
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Why the future of Seattle's Lake Washington Boulevard has sparked a heated debate
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Many Seattle streets were closed to cars during the pandemic. As people returned to their previous driving habits, the city weighed whether to make those changes permanent. On Lake Washington Boulevard, that question got heated.
on Fri, 7PM
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Gov. Inslee in Azerbaijan for global climate talks
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Washington Gov. Jay Inslee is spending the week in Azerbaijan, an oil-producing nation between Russia and Iran, for the latest round of the United Nations’ global climate talks.
on Fri, 4PM
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As Trump's GOP takes control, what’s next for Washington’s Democrat-led Legislature?
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Democrats’ majority in the Washington Legislature may grow slightly after this election, but many aren't preparing for smooth sailing heading into the state's next lawmaking session.
on Thu, 9PM
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Why is a group of parents trying to recall the Seattle School Board president? Take KUOW's news quiz
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Test your news knowledge.
on Thu, 9PM
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The Onion wins auction for Alex Jones' media company
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The sale must be approved by a bankruptcy judge. Proceeds will go to paying down the $1.5 billion debt that Jones owes families of Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting victims who won two defamation suits against him.
on Thu, 6PM
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Republicans retain their hold of the House, clinching full control of Congress
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Republicans have officially won a full trifecta of power in Washington, D.C., following GOP victories in several key U.S. House contests.
on Thu, 5AM
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‘This is the worst.’ Seattle parents, students react to school closure plans
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Seattle Public Schools officials are trying to ease concerns about proposals to close four elementary schools. But it's a tough sell.
on Thu, 2AM
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Seattle's capital gains tax appears unlikely to pass
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Washington State voters showed broad support for the State’s Capital Gains tax this November. But the idea for a much smaller city version in Seattle is struggling to stay alive. A crucial vote is scheduled for Thursday.
on Thu, 1AM
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King County Exec Dow Constantine won’t run again. Race to succeed him begins
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After four terms in office, King County Executive Dow Constantine has announced he will not seek reelection next year. Already two members of the King County Council are possible contenders for his job.
on Thu, 1AM
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As strike ends, layoffs begin at Boeing
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Boeing began notifying employees of layoffs Wednesday as it seeks to reduce its roughly 170,000-strong workforce by 10%.
on Thu, 1AM
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Seattle area immigration advocates take stock for second Trump administration
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Immigration advocates in King County have been preparing for months for a potential legal fight with the federal government. A second Trump administration is set to take control of the White House in January, and with it comes promises of far-reaching changes to immigration policy.
on Thu, 12AM
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Court weighs death penalty two years after University of Idaho murders
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Wednesday marks two years since four University of Idaho students were murdered in their off-campus home in Moscow, Idaho.
on Wed, 11PM
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Seattle School Board President facing recall effort
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As Seattle Public Schools faces continued public backlash over proposed school closures, a group of parents is attempting to recall board President Liza Rankin.
on Wed, 7AM
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Why high prices toppled Democrats — and other governments around the world
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Voters really don't like inflation. In fact, whenever there's a sustained jump in the cost of living, the party in power often pays a price.
on Wed, 1AM
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Seattle could get its own baby capital gains tax
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On Tuesday, Seattle City Councilmember Cathy Moore plans to present the city council with a new idea: A 2% capital gains tax. It’s a baby version of the 7% capital gains tax voters just upheld for Washington State.
on Tue, 7PM
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After 10 people were stabbed over two days in Seattle, police have a suspect in custody.
on Tue, 4PM
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Washington’s natural gas initiative wins, but court challenges could be next
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Builders and contractors in Washington are celebrating passage of Initiative 2066. They call it a victory for “energy choice.” Opponents have conceded the race. But they say the measure will make it harder to achieve Washington’s clean energy goals, and they may sue to block it.
on Nov 9
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Seattle Police communications director at heart of alleged affair investigation resigns
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Jamie Tompkins, Seattle Police Department’s director of communications, resigned on Wednesday.
on Nov 8
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Why Trump won — 9 takeaways from the 2024 election
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Trump not only won in the Electoral College, but he won so big that he expanded his coalition with historic demographic shifts.
on Nov 8
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Biden won big with young voters. This year, they swung toward Trump in a big way
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Vice President Harris had hoped young voters would be a key part of a winning coalition. Instead, they shifted — sometimes by double digits — toward President-elect Trump, especially in swing states.
on Nov 8
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Have a Holly Noxious Christmas? State board eyes un-jolly label for invasive greenery
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Washington state officials are debating whether to brand a traditional holiday decoration a noxious weed. The dubious decor is English holly.
on Nov 8
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What the election means for school funding in Washington state
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As school districts across the state slash millions from their budgets and consider school closures, Washington voters signaled strong support for education funding in this week's election.
on Nov 8
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The Fed cuts interest rates -- but Trump's election could make things trickier
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The Federal Reserve cut interest rates by a quarter percentage point. How much further rates fall could depend on how President-elect Trump approaches his second term.
on Nov 8
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That piece of salmon in your shopping cart, is it really wild or is it farmed?
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Salmon is part of the Pacific Northwest’s culture and diet. Wild-caught salmon are prized, and they cost more. It’s one reason Washington lawmakers passed legislation in 2013 making it unlawful to knowingly mislabel seafood. The law also requires sellers to provide information whether salmon...
on Nov 7
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Who were the winners of this week's elections? Take KUOW's news quiz
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on Nov 7
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Washington Gov-elect Ferguson lays out plan ahead of second Trump term
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Less than 48 hours after Donald Trump was declared president-elect, one of his most litigious foes was laying his plan to push back again.
on Nov 7
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Biden urges Americans to 'bring down the temperature'
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President Biden said Thursday that the American people deserve “a peaceful and orderly” transition and urged Americans “no matter who you voted for to see each other not as adversaries, but as fellow Americans.”
on Nov 7
From kuow.org
Donald Trump has won the presidential election and will return to the White House
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Becoming just the second president to be defeated and then reelected to a subsequent term, former President Donald Trump defeated Vice President Harris and will be the 47th president.
on Nov 7
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Jeff Bezos, and other tech leaders, congratulate Trump on ‘extraordinary political comeback’
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Gone are the days when Amazon founder Jeff Bezos joked about sending Donald Trump to the moon on a rocket to keep him out of the White House.
on Nov 7
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Harris has called Trump to concede the election
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The vice president called Trump to congratulate him on his victory ahead of planned remarks at 4 p.m. ET at Howard University in Washington, D.C.
on Nov 6
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Two Black women will serve together in the Senate for the first time
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Angela Alsobrooks of Maryland and Lisa Blunt Rochester of Delaware, both Democrats, won their Senate races on Tuesday — doubling the number of Black women who have been elected to the chamber.
on Nov 6
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Most of his initiatives failed, but Washington Republicans still call him a winner
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Brian Heywood spent millions of dollars of his own money to get four initiatives on the ballot. Three out of four of them were failing Tuesday night.
on Nov 6
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LIVE UPDATES: 2024 general election in Seattle, Washington state
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Tuesday is the final voting day of the 2024 election. Various national, state, and local races are at stake. Follow KUOW’s live coverage and results as they come in.
on Nov 6
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Republicans will control the U.S. Senate
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Republicans have successfully flipped control of the Senate, which Democrats currently control 51-49.
on Nov 6
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Most states that considered abortion rights amendments approved them
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Ten states considered adding language guaranteeing abortion rights in their state constitutions during this year’s elections. Voters in seven of the states approved the ballot questions. Three rejected them.
on Nov 6
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Trump foes lead in Washington state as he wins a second term
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Republicans may feel like winners, with former President Donald Trump being declared the winner of the next presidency by The Associated Press and other major news outlets. But here in Washington state, candidates who have gone toe-to-toe with Trump were winning or leading their races on Tuesday night.
on Nov 6
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As America zigs, Washington zags
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Take a break from staring at the New York Times needle and join us as we round up local election results.
on Nov 6
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Trump wins Pennsylvania, delivering harsh blow to Harris campaign
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Securing the state’s 19 electoral votes is a major victory for Trump and a major blow to Vice President Harris.
on Nov 6
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Democrat Bob Ferguson wins Washington state race for governor
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Ferguson rose to national prominence as the state attorney general, suing the Trump administration nearly 100 times.
on Nov 6
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Seattle FBI sees uptick in election-related threats as safety command centers come online
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Federal law enforcement is on high alert through election day and in the days following, as the type of threats being made grow more diverse.
on Nov 6
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Could be a decade before Boeing is back to normal, analyst says
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After a few PR emergencies, federal scrutiny, legal proceedings, a machinists strike, and other business woes, it will likely be 10 years before Boeing can be back to business as normal.
on Nov 5