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Washington lawmakers loosen restrictions on police chases
The House and Senate agreed that pursuit is allowable when there's reasonable suspicion a violent offense has occurred, or could.
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Seattle's historic Pacific Hospital could house unsheltered youth
The Beacon Hill building would be a “launch pad” to prepare residents for independent adulthood.
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Seattle mayor imposes curfew after George Floyd protests escalate
After peaceful demonstrations turn to chaos, Interstate 5 is shut down and the governor calls in the National Guard.
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Washington Senate passes ban on assault-style rifles
Perhaps lawmakers' strongest action on firearms regulations to date, the proposal needs one more vote in the House before going to the desk of Gov. Inslee.
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With assault weapons ban, Washington enters a new era of gun reform
Ten years ago, the NRA was feared. But three major laws signed by Gov. Inslee show that Democrats are less reluctant to pass new restrictions.