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How high are the tsunami waves in WA? What you need to know After a major earthquake struck eastern Russia Tuesday afternoon, people living across the Pacific braced for tsunami waves.

That tsunami warning was a bit scary last night. Here is a smart look at where things stand today. www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...

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D.C. Correspondent - The Seattle Times - Career Page We’re seeking a a D.C.-based correspondent to uncover how federal power touches lives in the Pacific Northwest!

The Seattle Times is hiring a D.C. correspondent. I'm excited to see this great paper once again reporting from our nation's capital. seattletimes.applytojob.com/apply/oVo010...

Harrell’s plan to speed up housing construction in Seattle The proposal, which now heads to the Seattle City Council, is a reaction to state mandates requiring cities to cut down on red tape toward new housing.

The proposal, which now heads to the Seattle City Council, is a reaction to state mandates requiring cities to cut down on red tape toward new housing.

WA agencies see largest wave of layoffs since Great Recession Agencies had not been filling positions to soften the blow on workers, but cuts are still expected to affect approximately 1,000 positions.

WA agencies are seeing hundreds of layoffs and other job reductions (via @ssowersby.bsky.social) www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...

Seattle Times reporter wins prestigious Livingston Award for ‘Lost Patients’ podcast The Livingston Awards honor journalists under 35. Times reporter Sydney Brownstone and former Times reporter Esmy Jimenez won for their podcast "Lost Patients."

Congrats to my colleagues. What well deserved honors. www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...

Seattle detective’s suicide recognized, years later, as line-of-duty death An undercover Seattle police detective's widow fought for years to make the city recognize his suicide as job-related. He was honored in a ceremony more than 5½ years after his death.

An undercover Seattle police detective's widow fought for years to make the city recognize his suicide as job-related. He was honored in a ceremony more than 5½ years after his death.

Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell was arrested in 1996. He says it was racial profiling Through his many campaigns for office, Harrell has never mentioned the arrest. Harrell’s online biographies make no mention of living or working in Omaha.

Through his many campaigns for office, Harrell has never mentioned the arrest. Harrell’s online biographies make no mention of living or working in Omaha.

Have you considered buying a home with a friend or family member? Tell us about your unique experiences with homebuying.

Tell us about your unique experiences with homebuying.

Mental health beds sit empty at UW's brand-new hospital. Here's why. A new UW hospital opened this spring to provide desperately needed mental health beds. But a dispute over legal representation means many aren't being used.

UW opened a new hospital to help people with serious mental health needs. And a whole bunch of beds remain empty. Something has to change.

Jeff Bezos changes his tune on Trump In 2016, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos worried Donald Trump could erode democracy. Now, he's dining with the president-elect.

How Bezos, like many tech titans, has cozied up to Trump after previously criticizing him.

WA Gov. Ferguson orders U.S. flags at full-staff for Trump inauguration Despite the national mourning period for the late Jimmy Carter, Washington's Gov. Bob Ferguson is directing flags to be raised Monday for Inauguration Day.

Ferguson orders flags to full-staff for Trump's Jan 20 inauguration - then they'll go back to half-staff for remainder of Jimmy Carter mourning period.
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New WA Gov. Bob Ferguson’s inaugural address just now double and tripled down on his call for cuts to state government spending and regulations. At several points, it appeared to get more enthusiastic applause from Republicans than Democrats. Buckle up #waleg

Bob Ferguson to issue 3 executive orders on first day as WA governor Bob Ferguson's first action as Washington's new governor will be to issue three executive orders. Here's what he had to say at his inaugural speech Wednesday.

Washington's new governor issues three executive orders on his first day in office.

From wildfires to waste, here are the environmental bills WA's Legislature is considering Don't expect any big legislative actions this session. But a lot is on the line for climate change and other environmental goals.

Don’t expect any grand or sweeping climate and environmental laws out of Washington’s Capitol during this long legislative session, starting Monday.

Here's what you can expect:

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New WA police accountability office launches, but only for part of the state The investigation into Adam Grant Gunderson’s death marks the first test of a unique state agency formed in 2021.

Washington state created an independent agency to investigate police killings back in 2021. It is now taking its first case. Great story by @laurengirg.bsky.social

Jay Inslee’s wins and setbacks during his 12 years as WA governor Climate and clean energy drew Inslee's intense focus, while critics point to the state's troubles in education, homelessness and ferries.

As he leaves office, here's a look at Gov. Jay Inslee's successes and the challenges that confront his successor. Good story by @jimbrunner.bsky.social

JBLM Army doctor admits he sexually abused dozens of soldiers In an ongoing court-martial, Maj. Michael D. Stockin pleaded guilty to sexually abusing male soldiers under the guise of medical care at Joint Base Lewis-McChord.

An Army doctor was accused by dozens of soldiers of sexual misconduct. This week, he admitted to the counts involving 41 male patients he treated at Joint Base Lewis-McChord.

Maj. Stockin told patients he needed to exam their genitals, then would grope them.

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One of Seattle's oldest bars is closing for now; will return in 2025 An allegedly haunted Pioneer Square cafe that bills itself as Seattle's oldest continuously-used restaurant will close temporarily, but plans to return in 2025.

An allegedly haunted Pioneer Square cafe that bills itself as Seattle's oldest continuously-used restaurant will close temporarily, but it plans to return.

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The bomb cyclone killed his mom. He was right next to her The violent winds toppled trees and powerlines throughout Western Washington last month, causing massive outages and leading to some deaths in the region.

Violent winds toppled trees and power lines throughout Western Washington, causing power and internet outages for days and weeks for some. Deborah was one of the few killed in the storm.

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Your family may have questions about Seattle. We have answers Just in time for family holiday gatherings, we're answering some of the most-asked questions about the Emerald City, ranging from crime to the Seattle Freeze.

Just in time for family holiday gatherings, we're answering some of the most-asked questions about the Emerald City, ranging from crime to the Seattle Freeze.

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Oops! Missent email reveals WA Senate Dems tax plans Washington's Senate Democrats are considering nine tax hikes, according to documents accidentally sent to Republicans.

WA's Senate Dems are talking about these nine tax hikes and we know that because an email marked "for internal purposes only" was accidentally sent to Republicans. Story by @jimbrunner.bsky.social

With few detox beds in WA, teens face withdrawal with ice cream, Tylenol Across Washington, only two detox beds are reserved for youth who need help withdrawing from substances like fentanyl and alcohol.

Fentanyl is a scourge everywhere, but in Washington state there are only two dedicated detox beds for young people. Two.
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Seattle paralegal among three people from WA pardoned by Biden Three people from Washington state were among those pardoned by President Joe Biden for nonviolent drug offenses as part of Biden's sweeping order.

A Seattle paralegal represented himself and got a presidential pardon. Story from @jimbrunner.bsky.social

Boeing cancels its workplace surveillance program, will remove sensors Boeing announced late Friday that it is canceling a workplace occupancy program that would install camera sensors in its offices.

Boeing had started placing cameras in the ceiling to track employees but stopped after reporter Dominic Gates called to ask about it.

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Seattle City Councilmember Tammy Morales is resigning Morales was first elected in 2019 and represents District 2, which includes Yesler Terrace, the Chinatown International District and Southeast Seattle.

"Seattle City Councilmember Tammy Morales is resigning, she announced Wednesday, criticizing the way the rest of the council has been operating.

Morales once belonged to a progressive council majority but has been isolated politically since 2023’s elections brought change to City Hall."

This one stings a bit.