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Bill seeks exemption to non-discrimination law (Video)

By RACHEL LA CORTE Associated Press Published: Apr 25, 2013 at 7:52 PM PDT Last Updated: Apr 26, 2013 at 8:37 PM PDT

Several Republican lawmakers filed a bill Thursday seeking an exemption to the state's anti-discrimination laws just weeks after legal action was taken against a Richland florist who denied service to a gay couple for their upcoming wedding.

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Another gun bill stalls in state legislature

By MIKE BAKER Associated Press Published: Apr 17, 2013 at 9:30 PM PDT Last Updated: Apr 26, 2013 at 1:44 PM PDT

Another measure seeking to control gun violence failed in the state Legislature on Wednesday, with senators deciding not to vote on a bill that would have required people to surrender their weapons when they are placed under a restraining order.

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Woman dies after being hit by wrong-way driver on Hwy. 520 (Photo Gallery) (Video)

By KOMO Staff Published: Apr 4, 2013 at 6:56 AM PDT Last Updated: Apr 26, 2013 at 1:40 PM PDT

A woman has died after her car was hit early Thursday by a suspected drunk driver heading the wrong way at high speed on Highway 520, the Washington State Patrol reports.

Communities Medina man gets $1,103 speeding ticket in Oregon

By Associated Press Published: May 6, 2013 at 8:44 PM PDT Last Updated: May 6, 2013 at 11:29 PM PDT

A Washington state man has a hefty speeding ticket to pay after getting clocked at 130 mph on his new motorcycle in central Oregon.

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Senate panel weighs college aid for illegal immigrants

By JONATHAN KAMINSKY Associated Press Published: Mar 28, 2013 at 7:22 PM PDT Last Updated: Apr 26, 2013 at 1:44 PM PDT

A Washington state Senate committee heard testimony Thursday on a bill to open up need-based student financial aid to illegal immigrants.

Communities Traffic: Weekend closure cancelled for eastbound lanes of SR 520

By Kiersten Throndsen Published: Apr 26, 2013 at 1:25 PM PDT

WSDOT has recalled the closure for the eastbound lanes of SR 520 between Montlake Boulevard and 108th Avenue Northeast this weekend.

Communities Free workshops teach residents how to run for public office

By Kiersten Throndsen Published: Apr 26, 2013 at 1:25 PM PDT

King County Elections is hosting two free workshops to help residents interested in running for office learn how to file.

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Tolls could go up on Tacoma Narrows and 520 Bridges (Video)

By Denise Whitaker Published: Mar 19, 2013 at 5:19 PM PDT Last Updated: Apr 26, 2013 at 1:37 PM PDT

Drivers should brace for higher costs to travel on the 520 Bridge and on the Tacoma Narrows Bridge after a state Transportation commission voted to raise tolls Tuesday afternoon.

Communities Weekend closure of SR 520 postponed

By KOMO Staff Published: Apr 26, 2013 at 1:21 PM PDT Last Updated: Apr 26, 2013 at 1:40 PM PDT

The closure of State Route 520 between Montlake Boulevard and Interstate 405 will not happen as scheduled this weekend.

Communities Traffic: Full weekend closure of SR 520 coming up

By Kiersten Throndsen Published: Apr 26, 2013 at 1:21 PM PDT Last Updated: Apr 26, 2013 at 1:40 PM PDT

Drivers advised of upcoming weekend closure along SR 520 floating bridge and highway as part of the bridge replacement and HOV program.

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City needs plastic eggs, volunteers for annual hunt

By Kiersten Throndsen Published: Apr 26, 2013 at 1:25 PM PDT

The city's annual Easter egg hunt is in need of eggs and volunteers.

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Sign of spring: Daylight saving time starts Sunday

By Associated Press Published: Mar 9, 2013 at 9:46 AM PDT Last Updated: Apr 26, 2013 at 1:38 PM PDT

Ushering in the bloom of spring, it's time to set the clocks forward for daylight saving time.

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Is King County's plan to end homelessness working? (Photo Gallery)

By Kiersten Throndsen Published: Mar 11, 2013 at 6:41 AM PDT Last Updated: Apr 26, 2013 at 1:43 PM PDT

Since its creation, King County's 10-Year Plan to End Homelessness has focused on providing permanent, affordable housing options for those living on the streets. But after a recent review, some argue the plan fails to meet the emergency needs of the county's homeless population and it's time for a change.

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Lawmakers consider bill to abolish death penalty

By RACHEL LA CORTE Associated Press Published: Mar 5, 2013 at 3:01 PM PDT Last Updated: Apr 26, 2013 at 1:38 PM PDT

Efforts to abolish the death penalty have never gained political traction in Washington state, but supporters of the move aren't giving up.

Communities Residents invited to learn about development plans for local church

By Kiersten Throndsen Published: Apr 26, 2013 at 1:25 PM PDT

Residents and neighbors are invited to attend a public meeting later this month to learn more about a plan by St. Thomas Episcopal Church to build a two-story Life Center on its property.

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