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fromwww.esquire.com
1 week ago

Federal Agents Arrested Firefighters During a Forest Fire in Washington

Over three hours, federal agents demanded identification from the members of two private contractor crews. The crews were among the 400 people including firefighters deployed to fight the wildfire, the largest active blaze in Washington state. It is unusual for federal border agents to make arrests during the fighting of an active fire, especially in a remote area. Jesus, one would hope so.
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fromTelecompetitor
1 week ago

Island Cellular, a Fixed Wireless Provider, the Big BEAD Winner in Washington State

Island Cellular LLC received nearly $332 million, the largest BEAD provisional award in Washington; Northwest Open Access Network received about $130.6 million.
#rent-control
fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago
Real estate

Washington's New Rent Cap: 5 Key Takeaways

Washington enforces rent caps under House Bill 1217, fining violating landlords $2,000 each and preventing illegal rent increases for over 250 tenants.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago
US news

Washington State Lawmakers Vote to Limit Rent Increases

Washington State has enacted a law limiting annual rent increases to 10% or inflation plus 7%, addressing rising housing costs.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Washington State Lawmakers Vote to Limit Rent Increases

Washington State has enacted a law limiting annual rent increases to 10% or inflation plus 7%, addressing rising housing costs.
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 weeks ago

Appeals court throws curve ball in legal case against Unison

The entire structure of the arrangement is designed to put Unison in the same position, and to have the same right to payment, as an unadorned nonrecourse obligation to pay Unison 70% of the home's equity, less $194,250.
US politics
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
1 month ago

How to Build on Washington's "My Health, My Data" Act

The Washington law protects "consumer health data," defined as information linkable to a consumer that identifies their "physical or mental health status." This includes all manner of conditions and treatments, such as gender-affirming and reproductive care.
EU data protection
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Washington State Is About To Have the First Pro-'Woonerf' Law in America - Streetsblog USA

"[Shared streets] create the kind of environment that everybody wants to live in...where it's beautiful and desirable to be out in the street enjoying the city, meeting their neighbors..."
Alternative transportation
Washington DC
fromTri-City Herald
2 months ago

Washington state is hiring. Many remote and hybrid jobs pay $100k+

Washington state jobs provide extensive benefits, competitive pay, and both in-person and remote work options.
#travis-decker
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fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

A dad accused of killing his 3 young daughters is on the run. Here's what to know

Federal authorities are leading the search for Travis Decker, accused of kidnapping and murdering his three daughters.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
2 months ago

Manhunt expands for Washington dad accused of killing his three daughters

Washington State is utilizing National Guard resources in the urgent manhunt for a father suspected of murdering his three daughters.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

A dad accused of killing his 3 young daughters is on the run. Here's what to know

Federal authorities are leading the search for Travis Decker, accused of kidnapping and murdering his three daughters.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
2 months ago

Manhunt expands for Washington dad accused of killing his three daughters

Washington State is utilizing National Guard resources in the urgent manhunt for a father suspected of murdering his three daughters.
SF food
fromTasting Table
3 months ago

The Local Washington Chain With A Wing Challenge So Hot You Have To Sign A Waiver - Tasting Table

Wing Dome's 7-Alarm Challenge dares diners to eat ultra-spicy wings in seven minutes, requiring a waiver due to the extreme heat.
Washington Nationals
fromFatherly
3 months ago

This State is Offering a Remarkable 16 Weeks of Paid Leave to New Parents

Washington state now offers 16 weeks of paid leave for new parents, positioning itself among few states in the U.S. with such benefits.
Marketing tech
fromGeekWire
3 months ago

'It's unbelievable': Small businesses slam new sales tax law in Washington as legal challenge looms

Washington State's new sales tax on digital services may drive clients to out-of-state providers, impacting local businesses.
Washington Capitals
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Measles case confirmed in traveler who visited multiple Washington locations, public health officials warn

A Canadian traveler with measles exposed multiple public locations in Washington state, prompting health warnings.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
3 months ago

Crane Island Residence / David Vandervort Architects

The new residence on Crane Island maximizes scenic views while minimizing site disruption through thoughtful design.
Washington DC
fromStreetsblog
4 months ago

This Parking Bill Could Help Solve the Housing Crisis - Streetsblog San Francisco

Washington State's new parking reform bill aims to alleviate its housing crisis by removing unnecessary parking requirements for developers.
Toronto startup
fromTESLARATI
4 months ago

Tesla faces new tax in WA

Washington's HB 2077 taxes emissions credits, especially affecting Tesla, with lawmakers expecting over $100M annually.
The bill aims to bolster state finances amidst challenges with federal EV funding.
Washington Nationals
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Venezuelan migrants charged with kidnapping, shooting and drilling a hole in a Washington woman's hand: 'left her for dead'

Two illegal Venezuelan migrants kidnapped and tortured a woman in Washington State, showing extreme brutality and desperation.
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