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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: Civic Engagement & Voting

Washington state voters will see a half dozen initiatives on their ballots come November 5. (adogslifephoto/Adobe Stock)
Ballot measures backed by conservatives could give blow to WA budget

While three initiatives received the go-ahead to appear on Washington's November ballot at the end the legislative session last week, three that have …

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Experts worry AI could lead fewer people to trust election officials. (Benjamin Clapp/Adobe Stock)
AI could help spread misinformation during 2024 election

The rise of artificial intelligence is raising alarm bells for election officials in Washington state and across the country. Before the New …

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In 2023, about 36% of Washington voters returned their ballots in local elections. (IanDewarPhotography/Adobe Stock)
WA bill allowing even-year local elections could lift voter turnout

Lawmakers in Olympia are considering a measure to significantly boost voter turnout in local elections. House Bill 1932 would allow cities and towns …

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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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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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A bill in Congress would ensure the Medal of Honor monument is located near the Lincoln Memorial. President Abraham Lincoln established the award. (GeoPappas/Adobe Stock)
Over Veterans Day weekend, tribute paid to Medal of Honor recipients

Medal of Honor recipients will be honored this weekend for Veteran's Day. The Medal of Honor is the highest award in the nation for valor on the …

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Washington state lawmakers voted to remove advisory votes, which have been on ballots since 2012. (SeanPavonePhoto/Adobe Stock)
WA lawmakers 'declutter' ballots with repeal of advisory votes

For the first time in more than a decade, Washington residents will not see advisory votes on their ballots in this year's elections. Advisory votes …

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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 is holding elections on November 7. (Darylann Elmi/Adobe Stock)
Washingtonians Out of Prison Can Participate in Voter Registration Day

It is national voter registration day and one population in Washington state has only recently had their right to vote restored: people who were incar…

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Supporters say Washington's Fair Campaign Practices Act is needed more than ever in the era of online political ads. (tashatuvango/Adobe Stock)
Campaign Finance Watchdogs Support WA Disclosure Law in Meta Case

Campaign-finance watchdog groups are standing up in favor of Washington's disclosure law in court. Facebook parent company Meta has challenged the …

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