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Seattle council may make U-turn on delivery drivers’ pay as fees increase: The proposed changes are the clearest example yet of the political pendulum swing in ...
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Sue Bird joining Storm ownership group: The next step in Bird's legendary career has been announced: She's joining the ownership group of the Seattle Storm ...
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Seattle hospital won’t turn over gender-affirming care records in lawsuit settlement with Texas
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Quick Glance: Seattle Children’s to Exit Texas Due to Gender-Affirming Care
- Seattle Children’s Hospital will forego its ability to do business in Texas as part of an agreement with the state’s Attorney General to stop inquiries into gender-affirming care for Texas patients.
- Last year, Attorney General Ken Paxton attempted to compel Seattle Children’s to turn over information about gender-affirming care that Texas patients may have received at the facility. The hospital sued Paxton, stating that the office doesn’t have jurisdiction over patient records in Washington.
- Seattle Children’s will 'voluntarily withdraw its registration to transact business in the State of Texas' by the end of the week. Paxton’s office will rescind its civil investigative demand and its request for a sworn written declaration served to the hospital in November.
- Paxton also requested information on patients from Texas who received gender-affirming care services at the Seattle hospital, including diagnoses details, prescribed medications, and other treatment protocols. Additionally, his office asked for similar records from a telehealth clinic in Georgia.
Meadows, Giuliani and other Trump allies charged in Arizona 2020 election probe: The indictments cap a year-long investigation by Arizona Attorney General Kris ...
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Quick Glance: Giuliani, 17 Others Indicted in Arizona for Fake Elector Scheme; Trump Named Co-Conspirator
- Rudy Giuliani, a former lawyer for Donald Trump, is among 18 individuals indicted in Arizona for allegedly illegally attempting to claim the state's 2020 electoral votes for the former US president, with Trump identified as an unindicted co-conspirator.
- The indictment in Maricopa County Superior Court lists 11 defendants and redacts the names of seven others. Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes stated that these names would be disclosed after serving all defendants with the indictment.
- The indictment alleges that the defendants pressured state officials to change election results, including fraud, forgery, and conspiracy, carrying potential sentences ranging from six months to over 12 years upon conviction.
- Several individuals posing as electors for Trump have been charged in Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, and Nevada. The fake elector scheme is also a focal point in the federal case against Trump led by Special Counsel Jack Smith.
The federal government plans to restore grizzly bears to the North Cascades region of Washington
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WA to launch EV rebate program. Here’s what you could save: A new $50 million state rebate program for electric vehicles aims to make them affordable for ...
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The Spice Must Flow: The Stranger’s Great Chili Crisp Taste Test: We conduct a chili crisp taste test to determine the best non-Momofuku alternatives.
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Seattle Kraken break from Root Sports Northwest, KGW to broadcast games: KGW announced Thursday a multi-year partnership with the Kraken to broadcast more than ...
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Habitat for Humanity completes 2 more homes in Johnson Village in east Vancouver: When Karla Alvarado Martinez moved to Vancouver in 2018, she didn’t think ...
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Starbucks loses appeal over union election at Seattle store: A U.S. appeals court on Wednesday rejected Starbucks' claims that an employee vote to unionize at ...
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This Seattle vet offers free care for the pets of low-income residents : A rent-free Sodo building represents a new chapter for Doney Coe Pet Clinic ...
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Better US-China ties but still deep disagreements as Blinken starts visit: U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrives in Shanghai on Wednesday with U.S ...
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Quick Glance: Xi and Blinken Clash Over China's Backing to Russia
- Xi orders China’s biggest military reorganisation since 2015.
- He emphasizes that China is not afraid of competition as long as it is based on common progress.
- China is willing to cooperate with the US, provided it is mutual.
- A five-point consensus was reached to stabilize relations between the two countries.
Digital reading soars in Seattle, creating problems for local libraries: The Seattle region loves to read.
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Israeli push to legalize settlements in West Bank 'dangerous and reckless,' US says
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Hearing on Trump's immunity: Can a US president order a coup in his own country?: Donald Trump believes that a US president enjoys unlimited immunity ...
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Quick Glance: Court Hearing on Trump's Immunity
- Donald Trump claims unrestricted immunity as US President.
- Conservative Supreme Court justices have differing views.
- The ruling could still favor Trump's argument.
- Ongoing court hearing regarding Trump's immunity and coup allegations.
Nothing off the table in US response to China overcapacity, Yellen says: The Biden administration is not taking any options off the table to respond to China's ...
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Joe Biden calls for tripling of tariffs on Chinese steel: US also to probe Chinese shipbuilding as president’s re-election campaign fights for votes in ...
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Quick Glance: Joe Biden Calls for Significant Increase in Tariffs on Chinese Steel
- US President Joe Biden is pushing for an increase in tariffs on Chinese steel and aluminium to strengthen union support in the swing state of Pennsylvania.
- During a meeting with United Steelworkers union members in Pittsburgh, Biden calls on trade representative Katherine Tai to raise the tariffs from the current average of 7.5 percent.
- The main focus of the measures is to combat China's new export surge and the ongoing price pressure that makes it difficult for American steel companies to compete.
- The Biden administration's decision to increase tariffs is expected to impact recent efforts by Washington and Beijing to stabilize relations.
With help of Vancouver Safe Stay, former soldier who had lived in truck heads to complex for veterans
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Trump aides and 2020 'fake electors' charged with state crimes in Arizona: A state grand jury in Arizona on Wednesday indicted so-called "fake electors" who ...
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Why Seattle becoming the next Detroit might not be the worst thing: The challenges confronting Martin Selig, Seattle's most prolific downtown developer ...
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US Supreme Court faces fight over emergency abortions after toppling Roe: The idea of a doctor in the United States having to consider the risk of imprisonment ...
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Quick Glance: Supreme Court Divided on Emergency Abortion Access: Highlights
- The Supreme Court seems divided on access to emergency abortions in states with near-total bans.
- The 1986 Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act could impact abortion access in emergencies.
- The debate raises questions about fetal personhood and abortion rights conflict.
- The court's decision could affect abortion access in 14 states with strict abortion bans.
Traces of Seattle’s Black Panthers are all around — if you know where to look: Former Seattle Black Panther Party members plan to open an interpretive center in ...
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Quick Glance: Traces of Seattle's Black Panthers Preserved
- Former members and supporters of the Seattle Black Panther Party aim to open an interpretive center to safeguard the revolutionary group's legacy.
- The center will showcase historical artifacts, posters, photos, and newspapers to educate visitors on the Black Panther Party's values and lessons.
- Seattle's initiative aligns with a national movement to preserve and honor the Black Panther Party's legacy.
- The effort seeks to protect historical sites associated with the party while maintaining the history and heritage of the Black Panther Party for future generations.
Republican lawmakers see success with campaign against college DEI programs: Conservatives are banning diversity, equity, and inclusion centers and initiatives ...
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Tesla driver in deadly Seattle-area crash told police he was using Autopilot: A Tesla that may have been operating on the company’s Autopilot driving system has ...
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North Korean official lambasts US over sanctions, state media says: North Korea will take more action to maintain its military power despite U.S ...
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Quick Glance: Kim Leads Rocket Drills for Nuclear Counterattacks
- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un supervised rocket launches simulating nuclear counterattacks.
- The drills showcased the strength of the country's nuclear forces.
- The rockets were described as highly accurate and capable of carrying tactical nuclear warheads.
- The US and South Korea are responding with enhanced military exercises and nuclear deterrence strategies.
US secretly sent long-range ATACMS missiles to Ukraine : The US State Department said Wednesday that America sent long-range ATACMS missiles to Ukraine for use ...
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Quick Glance: Biden signs Comprehensive Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
- President Biden announces the signing of a substantial $95 billion military assistance package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a significant portion of the funds directed towards Ukraine.
- Despite initial resistance from Republicans in Congress, Biden has signed the aid package, highlighting the reinforcement of allies and ensuring prompt deliveries to Ukraine.
- The assistance for Ukraine includes weapons and military equipment valued at around $1 billion, encompassing artillery shells and air defense missiles.
- Military analysts do not foresee significant changes on the frontlines in eastern Ukraine, while the US support aims to aid Ukraine in operations in southern Ukraine, particularly focusing on Crimea and the Black Sea.
Singapore gives top-level briefings to reassure foreign banks on stability: City-state keen to bolster its image as a reliable financial centre at a time of ...
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Blinken to meet businesses in Shanghai as he kicks off a tough China trip: U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken will meet business leaders in Shanghai on ...
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Seattle gave low-income residents $500 monthly, employment soared: A guaranteed basic income program pilot in Seattle gave 102 low-income residents $500 monthly ...
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Quick Glance: Seattle supported the needy with monthly payments to combat poverty
- A pilot initiative in the Seattle area provided monthly payments to needy residents to reduce poverty. Employment within the group saw a significant increase, and many homeless residents found housing.
- Marie Kurose, CEO of the WDC, emphasized the importance of community investments and equitable solutions for existing barriers.
- Public and private partners such as King County, the Employment Security Department, and Chase Bank funded the program, with 88% of participants being people of color.
- The employment rate among participants significantly rose from pre-program to post-pilot stages. Additionally, participants noted securing better-paid jobs with added benefits.
Eastside’s light rail wait is almost over with ‘Starter Line’: The April 27 "East Link Starter Line" will be more popular when the tracks stretch to ...
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Donald Trump: Is the ex-president immune from prosecution?: Former President Donald Trump insists on immunity The Supreme Court faces a difficult decision.
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Quick Glance: Trial Judge Evaluates Trump's Compliance with Gag Order
- Former President Trump is on trial in New York for hush money issues. David Pecker from 'National Enquirer' testified about an agreement to manipulate stories about Trump and his rivals.
- Concerns arose about Trump's violation of the gag order by criticizing court members. Mary McCord explained how the administration of justice can be disrupted by defendants' statements, leading to legal restrictions.
- Despite reluctance to detain a former president, fines may be imposed for attacks on witnesses and judicial families. Threats to security and witness testimonies pose serious challenges to the trial's integrity.
- Judges emphasize the importance of upholding justice by addressing threats and ensuring the safety of those involved in legal proceedings. The credibility of the trial hinges on maintaining a fair and secure environment.
Hundreds of WA students walk off campuses to protest U.S. aid to Israel: Hundreds of high school and college students across the Puget Sound region walked out of ...
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Only ‘good vibes’ for Eugenio Suarez in former Mariner’s return to Seattle: Third baseman Eugenio Suarez is back at T-Mobile Park this weekend for the first time ...
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Feeling the impact of paying more for food? We want to hear from you: How have you changed your habits to compensate for rising costs?
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Blinken to warn China over weapons-related exports to Russia: Washington considers sanctions on Chinese financial institutions, according to people familiar with ...
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Quick Glance: Blinken to issue warning to China over weapons-related exports to Russia
- Antony Blinken will warn China of US sanctions if it does not cease exporting weapons-related technology to Russia.
- The US has recently intensified its warnings to China, emphasizing that China is undermining European security by supplying Russia with dual-use technologies.
- Blinken will visit China from April 24 to 26 and address the issue in meetings with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi.
- The US hopes the threat of sanctions will prompt China to change its policy, while also pushing European countries to take action.
Biden moves to block abortion records from investigators: Updated privacy rules are meant to protect patients seeking an abortion, as well as health care ...
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Big bill comes due for Martin Selig, giant of Seattle office real estate: Veteran Seattle developer Martin Selig is reportedly still trying to refinance a $239 ...
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Some US troops set to depart Chad, at least temporarily: The United States is planning to temporarily withdraw some of its troops from Chad, U.S ...
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Ridgefield school bonds failing, Camas EMS levy passing in Tuesday's special election
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Seattle’s Bed Bath & Beyond space to find new life: The organizers behind Bumbershoot are transforming the sprawling, two-floor building into a year-round ...
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Quick Glance: Reviving Downtown Seattle with Cannonball Arts
- Former Bed Bath & Beyond store in downtown Seattle to be transformed into a contemporary art center.
- Cannonball Arts, a project by New Rising Sun, will convert the 66,000-square-foot space into an art center.
- The initiative aims to activate downtown, provide opportunities for local artists, and boost the local arts economy.
- Cannonball Arts will host a variety of events, creating a vibrant and unique creative hub for both locals and tourists.
Joe Biden’s energy policies are fuelling Donald Trump’s campaign in Pennsylvania: A pause on new liquefied natural gas projects has angered the shale gas ...
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Seattle artist's 1988 underground mural remains very much in fashion: Seattle painter Gene Gentry McMahon's 1988 mural at Westlake Station continues to poke ...
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A Washington police officer killed 3 people in 8 years -- and faces a murder trial for the last one
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Register: Let’s talk with WA teachers, students about the future of education: Join Washington educators, students and Seattle Times reporters in live ...
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TIMELINE: The long path to Eastside train transit: Eastsiders have paid Sound Transit taxes since 1997. Take a look at how we got to this week ...
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Ukraine war: USA has already “secretly” delivered ATACMS missiles to Kiev - Report
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Quick Glance: USA Provides Ukraine with Long-Range ATACMS Missiles
- The USA delivered short-range ATACMS missiles with extended range to Ukraine to protect the country.
- The delivery was discreet, part of an aid package to maintain Ukraine's operational security.
- The USA previously provided ATACMS missiles with a range of 165 km last year, now supplying missiles with up to 300 km range.
- Germany rejects providing the Taurus missile while the USA offers extensive aid to Ukraine.
How Arizona became the center of the political universe
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Quick Glance: Trump Trials Insights: The Payment to Playboy
- During the seventh day of Donald Trump's criminal trial in Manhattan, the defendant's relationship with the National Enquirer was explored further.
- Pecker was granted protection from state prosecutors in 2019.
- Pecker was aware that the payment to the Playboy model violated election laws.
- Trump and Pecker's relationship extends prior to the election.
Most Seattle-area renters report big rent hikes in the past 12 months: Fifty-three percent of Seattle-area renters saw their monthly rent jump more than $100 in ...
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Quick Glance: Majority of Seattle-area Renters Report Significant Rent Increases in Past 12 Months
- While rents in the Seattle area and nationally surged in the early pandemic years, the rental market seems to have calmed since 2023, providing some relief to local tenants.
- However, recent survey data from the US Census Bureau suggests that the majority of renters in the Seattle area may not agree with these reports.
- Out of the estimated 658,000 individuals who experienced rent hikes, approximately 113,000 had a relatively minor increase of under $100. A significantly larger group - around 306,000 - saw their rent rise between $100 and $249 per month.
- Established in 2020 as a response to the pandemic, the initiative aimed to inform authorities and policymakers about the pandemic's effects on communities nationwide and offer data to support recovery post-pandemic.
Foam coolers, takeout containers will be banned in Washington starting June 1: Those foam clamshell containers long used by restaurants for takeout food will ...
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Quick Glance: Foam Coolers, Takeout Containers Banned in Washington from June 1
- Foam takeout containers will be banned in Washington starting June 1.
- The ban also includes single-use foam coolers and other products made from the material.
- Environmental group Oceana calls for a nationwide ban on foam.
- Washington offers a variety of alternatives to foam food containers.
US Supreme Court rejects free speech case over attorney bias rule: The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday declined to hear an appeal from a Pennsylvania lawyer who ...
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University of Washington anti-Israel encampment postponed over lack of diversity: A planned anti-Israel encampment at the University of Washington was scrapped ...
nypost.com/2024/04/26/us-news/university-of-washington-students-postpone-anti-israel-encampment-over-lack-of-diversity/
Big Business Plans to Put 30 New Eyes on Downtown Streets Raise Data Privacy Concerns
thestranger.com/news/2024/04/23/79480702/big-business-plans-to-put-30-new-eyes-on-downtown-streets-raise-data-privacy-concerns
Storm unveil their new ‘home’ at expansive new facility in Interbay: Storm co-owner Lisa Brummel led a 40-minute tour of an expansive new facility she referred ...
seattletimes.com/sports/storm/storm-unveil-their-new-home-at-expansive-new-facility-in-interbay/
$20 Minimum Wage Backfires as Restaurants See Orders Plummet: The Seattle City Council is deciding whether to pass a new law that would adjust its prior PayUp ...
newsweek.com/20-minimum-wage-law-seattle-delivery-orders-1894785
R.F.K. Jr. Raises New Uncertainty for Biden in Michigan: Mr. Kennedy’s success in landing on the battleground state’s ballot guarantees that he will shape the ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/19/us/politics/rfk-biden-trump-michigan.html
Seattle Revives the Bullshit Economics of Low Wages: Low wages are generally bad for the economy. Here's why.
thestranger.com/labor/2024/04/26/79486726/seattle-revives-the-bullshit-economics-of-low-wages
Justin Timberlake will perform in Seattle May 2 and 3, tickets still available for his arena tour
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Greenwood’s Gorditos celebrates 30 years of burritos as big as babies: This family-owned spot makes burritos so large that customers of the North Seattle ...
seattletimes.com/life/food-drink/greenwoods-gorditos-celebrates-30-years-of-burritos-as-big-as-babies/
IMF, World Bank steering committee stresses accountability as reforms advance: The steering committee for both International Monetary Fund and the World Bank on ...
reuters.com/business/finance/imf-world-bank-steering-committee-stresses-accountability-reforms-advance-2024-04-20/
U.S. blocks resolution for Palestinian statehood at the United Nations: The United States voted alone against a United Nations Security Council resolution that ...
washingtonpost.com/national-security/2024/04/18/us-veto-un-palestine-state/
This restaurant put Seattle Vietnamese food on the map 25 years ago: When the Banh siblings opened Monsoon in 1999, they changed the game for Vietnamese food in ...
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Tesla driver told police he was using Autopilot during fatal crash: Incidents like the Washington crash have raised concerns about the effectiveness of Tesla's ...
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Quick Glance: Investigation of Tesla's Autopilot Recall Effectiveness
- The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is investigating Tesla's Autopilot recall after 20 more crashes occurred post-recall.
- The recall involved over 2 million vehicles and utilized an online software update to enhance driver warnings.
- Concerns were raised regarding the recall's efficacy as crashes persisted after the fix.
- The investigation aims to determine why post-recall issues were not addressed and whether they pose a safety risk.
City of Seattle crews begin removing pro-Gaza mural in downtown: City crews began removing a pro-Gaza mural in front of the Henry M. Jackson Federal Building ...
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Washington electric vehicle rebates up to $9,000 available beginning in August: Washington motorists will gain access this summer to new state rebates – up to $9 ...
columbian.com/news/2024/apr/26/washington-electric-vehicle-rebates-up-to-9000-available-beginning-in-august/
Hosting friends? What would be in your half-day Seattle driving tour?: For an upcoming Pacific Northwest Magazine story, we want your ideas for where you'd take ...
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Alaska Airlines briefly grounds all flights due to technical issue: Alaska Airlines briefly grounded all flights Wednesday due to a technical issue ...
apnews.com/article/alaska-airlines-flights-grounded-boeing-94da244ece3c2ceff2a98e8213ef24c4
NFL Draft Rounds 2 and 3 grades: Eagles earn A for DeJean, Commanders get mixed reviews
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Quick Glance: Chicago Bears 2024 Draft Selections by Rounds Overview
- In the first round, Chicago selected Caleb Williams, QB, USC as the No. 1 overall pick from the Panthers. Williams is viewed as a potential savior for the team, possessing elite arm talent and mobility to make difficult throws.
- With the ninth pick in the first round, Chicago picked Rome Odunze, WR, Washington. Odunze, an All-American last year, is seen as a future co-WR1 with Moore.
- The Chicago Bears also had selections in the third round.
- They also had a pick in the fourth round, which came from the Eagles.
Vancouver man to serve more than 17 years for role in gun-trafficking scheme: A Vancouver man was sentenced April 18 to more than 17 years in prison for his role ...
columbian.com/news/2024/apr/25/vancouver-man-to-serve-more-than-17-years-for-role-in-gun-trafficking-scheme/
WA GOP endorses Semi Bird for governor at Trump-dominated convention: The Washington state GOP convention in Spokane was a Trump show. It was also a Semi Bird ...
seattletimes.com/seattle-news/politics/wa-gop-endorses-semi-bird-for-governor-at-trump-dominated-convention/
Tesla driver was using Autopilot before fatal Monroe crash, police say: The Snohomish man had set his car on Autopilot and was looking at his cellphone when he ...
seattletimes.com/seattle-news/law-justice/tesla-driver-was-using-autopilot-before-fatal-monroe-crash-police-say/
High-capacity gun magazines stay illegal in WA, court rules: The state Supreme Court commissioner's decision means the magazine ban, passed by the Washington ...
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Can Israel embrace America’s vision of a ‘new Middle East’?: Israel must decide whether to take its place alongside Washington’s Arab allies in a “new Middle ...
csmonitor.com/World/Middle-East/2024/0418/israel-america-mideast-vision
Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: Israeli Strike Damages Iranian Air Defense System Without Detection, Officials Say
- An Israeli airstrike on Iran on Friday damaged an air defense system, according to Western and Iranian officials, and appeared calculated to deliver a message that Israel could bypass Iran’s defensive systems undetected and paralyze them.
- The strike damaged a defensive battery near Natanz, a city in central Iran that is critical to the country’s nuclear weapons program, according to the officials.
- The relatively limited scope of Israel’s strike and the muted response from Iranian officials, however, seem to have eased tensions.
- It was confirmed that Israel had deployed aerial drones and at least one missile fired from a warplane, as stated by three Western and two Iranian officials.
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On second night of Passover, protesters in Seattle demand cease-fire: The demonstration was led by the Seattle chapter of Jewish Voice for Peace and was timed to ...
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Seattle’s Council sets a transportation vision with more bus, bike lanes: The new 20-year transportation plan for Seattle is mostly aspirational ...
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In this Seattle tower, 110-year-old elevators travel through time and space: Until 2017, the elevators of Pioneer Square's Smith Tower were manually operated ...
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The Biden administration’s Israel dilemma: Protection cannot mean giving the Netanyahu government a blank cheque, cashable in Washington
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Quick Glance: Israel artist calls for Gaza ceasefire
- The representative of Israel at the international art fair is calling for an immediate ceasefire in Israel’s war on Gaza.
- Ruth Patir’s video installation called (M)otherland was scheduled to open on Saturday at Israel’s national pavilion at the international art show but will remain closed for now.
- Patir stated on her website that the artist and curators are showing solidarity with the families of the hostages and the large community in Israel calling for change, rather than canceling themselves or the exhibition.
- It is believed that there are still individuals in Gaza, including 129 captives taken during the attacks led by Hamas on Israel on October 7, with 34 of them presumed dead.
UW’s Troy Fautanu selected by Steelers with No. 20 pick in NFL draft: The Huskies tied a record with their third player taken in the first round of the NFL draft ...
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Maine joins effort to elect president by popular vote with new law : Maine will become the latest state to join an interstate effort to elect the nation’s ...
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Iran aims to contain fallout in Israel response, will not be hasty, sources say: Iran has signalled to Washington that it will respond to Israel's attack on its ...
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