Everett lawmakers back universal health care bill, introduced in Olympia
Washington could be the first state in the country to approve a publicly financed universal health care system if a bill, co-sponsored by representatives from Everett, passes in the State House and Senate. Continue reading at Everett Herald. (Will Geschke)
Wenatchee residents join statewide push for immigrant rights in Olympia
More than 500 people gathered for the eighth annual Immigrant and Refugee Advocacy Day, calling on lawmakers to support immigrant justice campaigns. The event was organized by the Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network (WAISN), a coalition that provides support services across Washington state for immigrants and refugees. A group of 31 people went to represent Wenatchee on behalf of their community. Continue reading at Northwest Public Broadcasting. (Renee Diaz)
Are WA Democrats really considering a ban on wood-burning fireplaces and wood stoves?
Washington’s Department of Ecology is “clearing the air” on a bill that aims to cut back on pollution. Senate Bill 5174, requested by the department, would ensure that new wood-burning devices — think: woodstoves and fireplaces — can’t be installed unless they meet certain certification requirements and emission standards. Continue reading at The News Tribune. (TVW)
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Everett Herald
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Islands’ Weekly
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Kitsap Sun
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News Tribune
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New York Times
A Third Federal Judge Blocks Trump’s Birthright Citizenship Order
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Port Townsend Leader
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Puget Sound Business Journal
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Seattle Times
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Skagit Valley Herald
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Tri-City Herald
Opinion: Debunking myths perpetuated by Donald Trump about undocumented immigrants
Washington Post
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WA State Standard
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Wenatchee World
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NW Public Radio
Washington State University Regents appoint incoming WSU president
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Cascadia Daily News
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The Stranger
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