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Bill would exempt those 75 and older from state, local property tax in Washington

Regardless of income level, those 75 and older would be exempt from state and local taxes on their real property under SB 5020. OLYMPIA, Wash. — A bill that has been...

After West Coast contract win, machinists’ union sets sights on Boeing’s non-union South Carolina factories

The IAM International is looking to make inroads at Boeing's non-union South Carolina factories after a contract win on the West Coast. CHARLESTON, S.C. — The union representing West Coast...

Winter Weather and Coastal Flooding Advisories in effect for western Washington this weekend

A weather system is bringing rain, wind, snow and high tides to western Washington. SEATTLE — A weather system bringing gusty winds, mountain snow, rain and high surf is moving into...

Some WA school districts push for changes to how trans athletes can participate in sports

Several school districts are pushing the WIAA to specifically ban trans girls from participating in sports with athletes assigned female at birth. WASHINGTON, USA — Several Washington school districts are pushing...

Police searching for suspect who sexually assaulted woman in Point Defiance Park

The man was wearing a mask, gloves and dark clothing, according to police. Tacoma police are searching for a suspect who sexually assaulted a woman in Point Defiance Park Wednesday evening. ...

Estimate: Washingtonians would have spent an extra $800 million a year on groceries had Kroger-Albertsons merger been approved

Should the merger have proceeded, the Kroger-Albertsons conglomerate would have had 75% market share in 57 different city areas in Washington. SEATTLE — This week, a King County judge shot down...

737 production restarts at Boeing’s Renton factory; Everett to follow

Jet production has been halted in the Pacific Northwest since September, when unionized machinists went on strike. RENTON, Wash. — Boeing announced Tuesday the company has restarted production of 737 Max...

Alaska Airlines adds nonstop flights from Seattle to Tokyo and Seoul

Flights between Seattle and Tokyo Narita will begin running daily on May 12, 2025. Flights between Seattle and Seoul will begin in October. SEATTLE — Alaska Airlines is expanding its offerings...

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