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Episodes
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'Another kind of homophobia:' Critics say King County's monkeypox vaccine criteria are intrusive
To try to make sure scarce monkeypox vaccine doses are reaching those most at risk of contracting the virus, King County put detailed eligibility requirements in place. But critics of the county’s approach say it’s not working as intended and might be doing harm.
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Massive new climate law could give Pacific Northwest green businesses a boost
Companies large and small around the Pacific Northwest say they are excited by growth opportunities that may flow from the climate, healthcare and tax package signed by President Biden on Tuesday. Turbocharged federal spending could benefit the region’s green energy sector in particular.
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Rep. Strickland on why the Dems' massive health care and climate bill is a big deal for WA
Paige Browning talks with Democratic Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland about the health care, climate, and tax bill signed Tuesday by President Joe Biden.
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New 988 hotline is 'the front door' to help. But what's next for Washingtonians in need?
For the past month, people experiencing mental health crises have been able to dial 988 for help. One operator in King County has received about 25% more calls since it launched.
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Washington State Ferries looks to the next generation to staff — and bring diversity to — future crews
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WA activates alerts for missing Indigenous people – and forecasts more alerts overall
Washington State is the first in the nation to create a new missing persons’ alert specifically for Native Americans. But the first use of this new system reveals how complicated some missing persons’ cases truly are.
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This Tacoma gardener turned his zucchini problem into a community-building effort
David Thompson had a problem that many gardeners can relate to: he had too many vegetables. Even after sharing with neighbors, there was still plenty to go around. But Thompson found a way to spread the bounty. And he hopes it’ll inspire other gardeners to do the same.
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As summer ebbs, outdoor concerts may be the ticket this weekend
Take your pick from Seattle-area music options
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Seattle ambulance contractor paid nearly $1.4 million in fines last year for being late
The private ambulance contractor for the Seattle Fire Department, AMR – or American Medical Response – paid nearly $1.4 million dollars last year for violating the terms of its contract with Seattle and arriving late to calls.
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Why did the GOP not make the cut in the WA Secretary of State race?
‘It is remarkable because they've held this office for almost six decades.’
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Behemoth moth lands in Bellevue, alarming agriculture officials
A homeowner in Bellevue spotted a giant orange moth, as big as a paper plate but with wing tips resembling a pair of cobras, hanging off the side of his garage.
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King County will propose new facilities to serve people in behavioral health crisis
King County officials said Thursday that current resources for people in behavioral health crisis are at a breaking point, and they are seeking to open more facilities to serve them. The plan will include proposed walk-in facilities for people who need “urgent care” related to mental health or addiction, as well as longer-term residential options.