Crime
With an eye toward public safety, Seattle officials grapple with future of arrest alternatives
After weeks of back and forth, Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan said Friday she would release funding for Seattle's lauded diversion program.
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Washington's Legislature has the tools — and the mandate — to tackle homelessness
The public wants its representatives to act. These bills in Olympia could help.
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Seattle's longtime houseboat dwellers fear the city is leaving them adrift
Residents say city regulations are making it difficult and expensive to perform needed repairs. State lawmakers want to help.
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WA lawmakers want to fund solutions for healthier soil — and less gassy cows
Bipartisan proposals before the Washington Legislature would help scientists learn about storing carbon in agricultural soils and invest in GPS-guided tractors and climate-friendly cattle feed.
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State of Seattle: Mayor Durkan emphasizes progress, not problems
As she enters the second half of her term, the mayor projects optimism, even amid concerns about homelessness, public safety.