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Pulling back the curtains on wage-theft enforcement in MN; Trump's latest attack is on RFK, Jr; NM LGBTQ+ equality group endorses 2024 'Rock Star' candidates; Michigan's youth justice reforms: Expanded diversion, no fees.

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Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg says rebuilding Baltimore's Key Bridge will be challenging and expensive. An Alabama Democrat flips a state legislature seat and former Connecticut senator Joe Lieberman dies at 82.

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Historic wildfires could create housing and health issues for rural Texans, a Kentucky program helps prison parolees start a new life, and descendants of Nicodemus, Kansas celebrate the Black settlers who journeyed across the 1870s plains seeking self-governance.

WA: Social Justice

Seattle is the largest city in the U.S. to ban political contributions from foreign-influenced companies. (JHVEPhoto/Adobe Stock)
Report: Foreign-influenced companies give big in WA elections

A report analyzed the impact of money from foreign-influenced corporations on elections in six states. Washington topped the list for most donations…

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Seattle es la ciudad más grande de Estados Unidos que prohíbe las contribuciones políticas de empresas con influencia extranjera. (JHVEFoto/Adobe Stock)
Empresas con influencia extranjera donan grandes cantidades a elecciones

Un informe analizó el impacto del dinero de corporaciones con influencia extranjera en las elecciones en seis estados. Washington encabezó …

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A bill to give voting rights for people in prison was introduced by Rep. Tarra Simmons, D-Kitsap, who was formerly incarcerated. (Brian/Adobe Stock)
WA voting rights bill for people in prison would ‘restore humanity'

Legislation in Olympia could give people in Washington prisons their voting rights. House Bill 2030, known as the Free the Vote Act, would allow …

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The Fair Start for Kids Act passed in 2021 invested a $1.1 billion in child care and early learning in Washington state. (Seattle/Adobe Stock)
Report: WA children of color continue to experience inequities

Washington state's kids see disparities in well-being across racial groups. That's according to the Race for Results report from the Annie E…

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Washington state has 34 community and technical colleges. (Atomic Taco/Wikimedia Commons)
AFT grants to WA help communities find local education solutions

The American Federation of Teachers is partnering with organizations around the country to promote community solutions to the issues education is faci…

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Braver Angels holds a variety of events to bring people together, including town hall debates, workshops and one-on-one conversations. (Monkey Business/Adobe Stock)
WA organization connects people across political divides

Americans are deeply divided on political issues. One organization is attempting to bridge this gap. The group Braver Angels brings together people …

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Washington was the second state to allow elections to be conducted completely by mail. (CLShebley/Adobe Stock)
Research links faster postal service to higher voter turnout

When the postal service works better, people are more likely to vote - according to new research. The study published in the Election Law Journal …

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Washington state's minimum wage is more than twice the federal minimum wage. (Andrey Popov/Adobe Stock)
WA minimum wage to increase, but workers still feel financial strain

Washington state is raising its minimum wage in 2024, but workers likely will still feel financially squeezed. The Washington State Department of …

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Bellingham is the largest city in Whatcom County, which borders Canada. (CascadeCreatives/Adobe Stock)
Opponents push back on initiative to build jail in NW WA

A new jail would be built in northwest Washington if a measure on the November ballot passes. Opponents say it isn't a good solution to issues facing …

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The bottom 90% of earners in the U.S. own about 30% of the wealth. (Dilok/Adobe Stock)
Financial Institutions Could Play Role in Shrinking Wealth Gap

The United States' wealth gap is a persistent and complex issue. Financial institutions could help chip away at it. The top 10% of income earners …

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Nearly 200,000 children in Washington state are facing hunger, according to Feeding America. (FAMILY STOCK/Adobe Stock)
As School Year Nears, Child Hunger Major Struggle in WA

The new school year is around the corner and one issue in the spotlight in Washington state is child hunger. Even with free breakfast and lunch …

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Beneficial State Bank supports affordable housing, calling it a human right. (Dennis M. Swanson/Adobe Stock)
Bank Helps Bring Affordable Housing to WA

A new program in Washington state will provide homes to people who are most in need in the region. The project, known as Madrona Highlands in south …

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