Sounds like they just need to smoke a bowl together: Supporters of I-502 - the most recent initiative to attempt to legalize recreational marijuana use in Washington State - have turned in over 300,000 signatures, almost guaranteeing its inclusion in the next ballot. The initiative is not without controversy,... continue reading on Seattlest
Seattle votes to ban plastic bags. [Seattle Times] The man who was mocked by police after being hit by a truck has asked the SPD to "acknowledge tthat there is a problem" within the department. [KIRO] The city has threatened to fine the owner of a foreclosed house in... continue reading on Seattlest
Paul Allen is laying the groundwork for a space-travel company that, if successful, could usher in a new, privatized market for space flight - especially in a time where NASA is cutting back. The top three WaMu executives will pay out $75 million in a settlement with the FDIC.... continue reading on Seattlest
Wednesday Morning HeadlinesImage courtesy of Seattle's Convention and Visitor's Bureau. After multiple high-profile incidents involving the Seattle Police Department's use of force, (and an investigation by the Department of Justice) SPD Chief John Diaz has announced a "top to bottom"reworking of the department's policies and accountability measures. Washington State author David... continue reading on Seattlest
Today: some supremely bad behavior by King County prison guards and the Canadian government, and I-1183's unintended consequence. Hey, remember that salmon virus? The one that's present in B.C. fish stock and could have devastating consequences if it spreads to Pacific Northwest salmon? Turns out a similar virus was found... continue reading on Seattlest
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