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Back to SearchBill Critics Say Undermines Parents’ Bill of Rights Initiative Gets a Public Hearing
Episode 231
(The Center Square) – The brief introductory summary of House Bill 1296 describes it as “Promoting a safe and supportive public education system.” Critics of the legislation contend it’s designed to …
Published on 10 months, 3 weeks ago
Seattle PD Facing Challenges in Recruiting More Women to the Job
Episode 229
The Seattle Police Department's goal of increasing female officer staffing levels to 30% by 2030 as part of its 30x30 Initiative remains elusive. According to data collected by The Center Square, SPD…
Published on 10 months, 3 weeks ago
Washington Senate Adds CPL Exemption to Bill Banning Firearms at 5,300+ Locations
Episode 228
After Democrats pushed a bill last week to ban the possession of a firearm at more than 5,300 places, Republicans managed to add an exemption Thursday for people with a concealed pistol license. The …
Published on 10 months, 3 weeks ago
Washington Hate Crime Bill Advances Through House Committee
Episode 227
A Washington House committee voted to advance a bill that would broaden the definition of a hate crime in the state, and remarks by a ranking committee members indicate it could include non-violent a…
Published on 10 months, 3 weeks ago
Weekend Edition | Inslee's Final State of the State & New Governor Ferguson
Episode 226
(The Center Square) – The Washington State Legislature’s Republican leadership found itself at a loss for words during a Wednesday press conference following Gov. Bob Ferguson’s inaugural address. Ho…
Published on 11 months ago
Inslee’s Final State of the State Address Touts Increased State Spending Since 2013
Episode 225
(The Center Square) – In his final State of the State address to the Legislature, Washington Gov. Jay Inslee touted the enormous increase in state spending on various programs and services since he t…
Published on 11 months ago
Bob Ferguson Sworn in as Washington Governor, Delivers Inaugural Address
Episode 224
(The Center Square) – A day after outgoing three-term Gov. Jay Inslee delivered his final State of the State address, Bob Ferguson was sworn in as the state’s 24th governor on Wednesday. Ferguson has…
Published on 11 months ago
Spokane Split Over Siting Homeless Services as More Prepare to Open Next Month
Episode 223
(The Center Square) – Spokane opened a new medical respite facility on Monday as part of its scattered-site homeless model, sparking support and criticisms from the city council around its sudden arr…
Published on 11 months ago
Seattle City Council Member Proposes Limits to Blast Ball Use for Crowd Control
Episode 222
(The Center Square) – Seattle City Councilmember Cathy Moore has announced proposed reforms to limit the Seattle Police Department’s use of blast balls for crowd control. Blast balls are rubber devic…
Published on 11 months ago
Critic: Washington Dept. Of Ecology Releasing ‘Out of Date’ Emissions Data on Climate Goals
Episode 221
(The Center Square) – Newly released emissions data from the Washington State Department of Ecology shows the state is behind on climate goals set by the administration of outgoing Gov. Jay Inslee. A…
Published on 11 months, 1 week ago