by Callie Craighead SeattlePI

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'Compassion Seattle' organizers file appeal after judge struck down homelessness charter amendment

The organizers behind Charter Amendment 29 — also known as "Compassion Seattle" — filed an emergency appeal on Tuesday to overturn a King County judge's ruling that will keep that amendment off...

Sound Transit gearing up to rebrand Seattle link light rail lines with new names, numbers and colors

Beginning Sept. 18 with the fall service change, the agency will officially rebrand several existing routes with new names, numbers and colors. Riders can expect to see new signage reflecting the changes. "Sound...

Washington's razor clam digs return in September with increased limits

Along with state fairs and apple picking, one of Washington's more unique fall activities will officially return next month: razor clam digs.The Washington Department of Fish and Wildfire (WDFW) announced 62 tentative...

Judge strikes down 'Compassion Seattle' charter amendment; initiative will not appear on Nov. ballot

A controversial charter amendment meant to address homelessness in Seattle was struck down by a King County judge on Friday, and the initiative will not appear on the November ballot.King County Superior...

Washington wildlife officials authorize lethal removal of two wolves in endangered Togo pack

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) authorized lethal action against one of the state's endangered wolf packs on Thursday, citing repeated cattle depredation in Ferry County.WDFW Director Kelly Susewind approved...

Clipper ferry service between Seattle and Victoria, BC to resume in September

Clipper ferry service between Seattle and Victoria, B.C. will resume on Sept. 17 for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic started.FRS Clipper announced Tuesday that it plans to operate a four-day...

Seattle swimming beaches begin to close for summer; indoor pools reopening in September

Seattle Parks and Recreation announced that the lifeguarded swimming beaches at Madrona and Magnuson officially closed for the season on Aug. 22.  Pritchard Beach will have its last day of lifeguards on...

Low youth immunization rates remain 'concerning' for Washington health officials

Washington health officials are expressing concern about a drop in infant and youth immunization rates during the COVID-19 pandemic which could lead to more transmittable diseases spreading as many return to school.The...

by Callie Craighead SeattlePI

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