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Breaching Snake dams could cost $27+ billion, but fish and tribes would benefit, report says
A new draft report finds that breaching the four lower Snake River dams in Eastern Washington could help restore endangered salmon and benefit tribes, but the cost of replacing benefits of the dam would be high. “We continue to approach the question of breaching with open minds and without a predetermined decision,” said Sen. Patty Murray, D-Wash., and Washington Gov. Jay Inslee in a joint statement, as the draft was released Thursday. Continue reading at The Olympian.
Jan. 6 committee blames Trump for ‘carnage’ at U.S. Capitol
The House committee that has spent a year investigating the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol aired video clips of former president Donald Trump’s daughter, son-in-law and closest aides Thursday night as it began making its case that the assault was the violent culmination of an attempted coup. At a rare evening congressional hearing, aired live by broadcast networks, the nine-member panel pinned blame for the violence squarely on Trump, who knew he had lost the 2020 presidential election but lied to the American people that his defeat was due to fraud and then actively worked to subvert democracy. Continue reading at The Washington Post.
City sets date to reopen West Seattle Bridge
After more than two years of detours, delays, headaches and hand-wringing, the West Seattle Bridge could finally reopen in September, bringing great relief to the long-suffering residents of Seattle’s southwest peninsula, which has lately felt more like an island. The Seattle Department of Transportation said Thursday it’s aiming for the week of Sept. 12, when general traffic will be allowed to flow over the mouth of the Duwamish River for the first time since spring 2020. Continue reading at The Seattle Times. (Ellen M. Banner/The Seattle Times)
Associated Press
US lifts COVID-19 test requirement for international travel
Washington Supreme Court pauses Nooksack Tribe’s evictions for ousted members
Replacing benefits of Snake River dams would cost billions
Washington justices: Race a factor in analyzing police stops
Aberdeen Daily World
GH College gets $2.87M for Upward Bound programs
Bellingham Herald
Police must consider race when deciding whether to ‘seize’ someone, WA high court rules
Capital Press
ROYLENE: Washington state conservationist helps connect farmers, others to the land
Togo wolf pack kills calf, forcing decision on lethal control
The Daily News
Cowlitz County fairs consider changes after statewide avian flu outbreaks
At least one-third of Cowlitz County residents eligible for free internet
New noxious weed found in Kalama is first recorded sighting in state
Everett Herald
Comment: Despite what you’re hearing, plastic recycling works
Comment: Climate change a thorny problem for U.S. military
Comment: Documentary looks at U.S., before Roe; and after?
News Tribune
Tacoma resident gets notice there’s a noxious weed in her garden. She says it’s a herb
Parkland landmark faces demolition. Should old school be saved or leveled for housing?
They wanted to show Black pride at graduation but were told no. Then, a change of heart
Tacoma City Council resignation raises the question: Who would even want this job?
Olympian
Breaching Snake dams could cost $27+ billion, but fish and tribes would benefit, report says
Police must consider race when deciding whether to ‘seize’ someone, WA high court rules
Puget Sound Business Journal
SBA’s EIDL and RRF is over. Here are the small-business grants you can apply for right now
Welcome to Pride Place, the state’s first LGBTQ senior housing community
Report: US mortgage lending activity drops at fastest rate in 8 years amid rising interest rates
Seattle Medium
A Stunning Jan. 6 Hearing Removes Any Doubt About Trump’s Role In The Deadly Insurrection
Seattle Times
Meet the 4 candidates vying to lead Seattle’s Office of Police Accountability
Amid a seeming increase in aggressive driving, here’s how to stay calm on WA roads
Seattle area’s rain set records, and it isn’t done yet
City sets date to reopen West Seattle Bridge
Seattle pays $500K to settle lawsuit over man’s death in CHOP shooting
Concrete track supports on I-90 floating bridge create new worry for Sound Transit
Removing Lower Snake River dams offers best chance for salmon recovery — at steep price, report says
Washington Post
Jan. 6 committee blames Trump for ‘carnage’ at U.S. Capitol
6 takeaways from the Jan. 6 committee’s first prime-time hearing
U.S. to lift coronavirus testing requirement for flyers returning to the country
Inflation hit new peak in May amid high gas prices
KING 5 TV (NBC)
New charges added against Auburn man, others in connection with Jan. 6 breach
US inflation hit a new 40-year high last month of 8.6%
SDOT sets West Seattle Bridge reopening, says concrete strike delayed it
Seattle wants to raise awareness about domestic workers’ rights
Neighbors push back as Bellingham homeless shelter seeks to double its capacity
KOMO 4 TV (ABC)
Jan. 6 committee leaders point at Trump for causing insurrection in opening presentation
City announces date for reopening of West Seattle Bridge
Washington justices: Race a factor in analyzing police stops
State ordered to pay $250 a day to man accused of attacking 2 women at transit stops
King Co. Council member Dunn seeks to make it easer for police to pull over drivers
Spokane to pay $210K to settle lawsuit over BLM protest
Plan for light rail stop in Chinatown-International District draws concern, complaints
South Lake Union encampment on private property draws neighbors’ ire, sanctions
NW Public Radio
New Draft Report Says Removing The Snake River Dams Would Be Best For Salmon
Only Three Washington Counties Affordable For First Time Homebuyers
Crosscut
‘Like sitting in a sauna’: Heat waves cause misery in WA prisons
Growing sprawl in WA woods comes with high wildfire risk
Washington experiments with guaranteed basic income (Berry)
Climate change takes a toll on Seattleites’ mental health
WA hired a climate epidemiologist — and not a moment too soon
Working with a doula can be life-changing for mothers of color
Trans and queer youth in Central Washington build community
