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Spokane eyes defunding police by $9.38M, $4.75M from fire, more from courts
(The Center Square) – Spokane Mayor Lisa Brown told her fellow officials they could pull the city out of its deficit; all it would take is extensive personnel and funding cuts, which could diminish public safety. Brown has alluded to this option several times already: first when proposing her Community Safety Levy and then when announcing a two-book outlook for next year. The mayor confirmed many people’s suspicions during Thursday’s budget meeting but noted that the cuts aren’t set in stone. ...
Seattle gang member arrested for domestic violence; police recover stolen gun
SEATTLE — Seattle police arrested a gang member for domestic violence Sunday and recovered a stolen gun in the Central District. On July 14, Seattle police officers responded to the 1900 block of 30th Avenue S to reports of domestic violence assault. When police arrived, they found a woman suffering from recent injuries.
State council preparing to expand clean energy project, per Inslee's request
(the Center Square) – The state Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council is moving forward with potential changes to the certification agreement for the Horse Heaven wind farm project after Gov. Jay Inslee sent it back requesting it be expanded. The main contention between the council and Inslee is that the proposed certification agreement for the project would have significantly reduced its size and scope due to environmental protections, particularly for historic hawk nest sites. In his May 25 letter, Inslee recommended the use of alternative...
Feel Good Friday: The Northwest at the Emmys, Free Books, and the Pet of the Month
Emmy Award nominations were announced earlier this week — and several of the people recognized have ties to the Northwest. Honorees include Mountlake Terrace High School graduate Lily Gladstone for her work on Hulu's "Under the Bridge," Ballard's Jean Smart for "Hacks," Seattle-born Ken Jennings for "Jeopardy!," and Bellevue-raised Jeff Probst for "Survivor." See the full list of nominations here.
Christian homeless shelter challenges Washington state law prohibiting anti-LGBTQ+ hiring practices
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Lawyers for a Christian homeless shelter are scheduled to be in a federal appeals court Friday to challenge a Washington state anti-discrimination law that would require the charity to hire LGBTQ+ people and others who do not share its religious beliefs, including those on sexuality and marriage.
Light rail tops agenda as new Lynnwood City Councilmember Escamilla sworn in
During a four-hour Monday work session, newly appointed Lynnwood City Councilmember Almaderica “Derica” Escamilla was sworn in to her position and joined other members of the council on the dais. The council selected Escamilla last week from a pool of over 20 candidates to fill the Position 1 seat left vacant when Shirley Sutton resigned in May.
Metro Weekend Update – July 19-21 2024
Routes 43, 48, 255, 271, and ST 542 will be rerouted during the closure of Montlake Boulevard E from Friday, July 19 at 10 p.m. to Monday, July 22 at 6 a.m. due to construction;. Route 106 will be rerouted off Martin Luther King Jr Wy S between S Cloverdale...
Seattle Reign FC Starting XI vs. Utah Royals FC - Summer Cup
Laura Harvey made nine changes to the starting XI since the Reign’s last match on July 7, also against Utah Royals FC. Defender Julia Lester, who the Reign acquired via trade this past offseason, is set to make her debut for the club. Goalkeeper Laurel Ivory will wear the...
Allen Institute for AI Signs 50,000 SQFT Lease at Northlake Commons in Seattle
Seattle’s new Northlake Commons development has found its first tenant. According to a report from the Puget Sound Business Journal, the project’s developer Hess Callahan Grey Group has confirmed that the Allen Institute for AI (Ai2), a non-profit artificial intelligence research institute, has agreed to lease 50,000 square feet of office/lab space, representing over a third of the project’s total office space. Details about the lease terms and move-in date were not disclosed.
Teen accused of shooting Tacoma detective can be charged as adult
PIERCE COUNTY, Wash. - In Pierce County court Thursday, Justus Kent pleaded not guilty to charges accusing him of shooting Tacoma Police detective Jason Brooks in August of 2023. Brooks was working with the Puget Sound Auto Theft Task Force when he was shot. Last week, the judge ruled the...
Rehearsals start this September for Northwest Girlchoir
Northwest Girlchoir has openings in its treble choirs for singers in grades 1-12 this fall. Singers learn musicianship, vocal technique and performance skills, all while building lasting friendships in a supportive community. According to an organization news release, choristers perform for thousands of audience members at concerts held across the...
Boeing workers signal support for strike if contract talks fail
Boeing machinists on Wednesday voted overwhelmingly to sanction a strike should the company fail to reach an agreement with their union during their first full contract negotiations in 16 years. District 751 of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, which represents more than 30,000 of the plane manufacturing...
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