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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: International Issues

Congress gave final approval to the 2024 budget after a six-month delay. (doganmesut/Adobe Stock)

Wednesday, March 27, 2024

Missed opportunities in 2024 budget, peacekeeping groups say

Groups supporting peace around the globe say the budget approved by Congress is lacking crucial components. After a monthslong stalemate, Congress …

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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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U.S. officials are meeting with representatives from around the Pacific Rim at the Seattle Convention Center on Sunday.(dbvirago/Adobe Stock)
Critics Call for Transparency at Seattle Global Trade Meetings

Global trade negotiations are happening this weekend in Seattle and critics say the process should come out from behind closed doors. Meetings for …

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The number of Ukrainians arriving in Washington state has increased since conflict in the eastern part of the country began in 2014. (aviavlad/Adobe Stock)
Ukrainians New to WA Face Barriers to Work

The number of Ukrainians arriving in Washington state has increased since the Russian invasion in February. Already, the Evergreen State is home to …

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Many Americans have rallied behind Ukrainians in the aftermath of Russia's invasion. (Anton/Adobe Stock)
Fraud Concerns Raised for Some Ukraine Charity Efforts

Many people are looking for ways to help Ukrainians affected by war. However, they should be on the lookout for scams. Lynn Heider - vice president …

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Protestantes se manifestaron frente a la Casa Alemana en Seattle durante el fin de semana. (Coalición de Comercio Justo de Washington)
Protestantes a líder de Alemania: Liberen las vacunas para producción mundial

SEATTLE -- La canciller alemana Angela Merkel se está reuniendo con manifestaciones para el acceso global a las vacunas durante su visita de hoy…

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The Census Bureau now has pushed the self-response deadline phase for filling out the 2020 census form through Aug. 14. (gustavofrazao/Adobe Stock)
COVID-19 Presents Challenges to Counting WA Children in Census

SEATTLE -- Census workers are trying to find a way around the challenges presented by the coronavirus, including counting young children. In the 2010 …

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A grant to schools helps refugees resettle in the United States. (CDC Global/Flickr)
School Grant Helps Refugee Families Integrate in Washington State

SEATTLE – A grant program is helping refugee students travel the long emotional distance from their homes to integrate into schools and their co…

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Advocates for refugees worry that a halt to resettlement programs in the United States will put some refugees in danger. (Global Panorama/Flickr)
WA Refugee Families Kept Apart Under Immigration Order

SPOKANE, Wash. – Families resettled in eastern Washington are being kept apart because of an executive order issued by President Trump at the …

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Los inmigrantes del estado de Washington, incluso los que están legalmente en el país, dicen estar nerviosos por la intensificación de redadas del “Immigration and Customs Enforcement.” (krosseel/morguefile)
Defensores de inmigrantes de WA se preparan para redadas del "ICE", por si acaso

SEATTLE – Los defensores de inmigrantes en Washington están ofreciendo capacitación a quienes se interesen en saber qué hacer si …

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For new refugees, the first year in the U.S. is the hardest, but most are able to build better lives. (Int'l. Rescue Committee)
Refugee Agency Exec Reflects on 40 Years of Service

SEATTLE – A Washington man is observing the nation's immigration debate from the unique perspective of someone who has helped refugees resettle …

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