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Washington state kids can get free books for another year as OSPI revives Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library
The Daily Chronicle - Washington State
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Simone Carter / The Bellingham Herald (TNS) Somewhere in the world, Dolly Parton is likely smiling. That’s because the state agency that oversees K-12 education in Washington state has stepped in to fund the country-music icon’s Imagination...
Washington State Education Funding Faces Federal Investigation Risks
KPQ - Washington State
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June 27, 2025
(The Center Square) – State Superintendent Chris Reykdal is very concerned about potential education cuts from the federal government, but says the Washington Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction is not changing course despite...
Readers weigh in on Detroit mayoral race
Detroit Free Press - Michigan
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I’m writing to thank the Free Press for its recent voter guide, "Who's running in Detroit election? Hear from candidates in their own words." I found the guide helpful to better understand where all the candidates for mayor stand. For me, the...
Women leaders navigate unprecedented strain on health
Spokane Journal of Business - Washington State
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July 3, 2025
The burden of leadership today, especially for women, comes with serious mental and physical health concerns. In a time marked by job insecurity, ethical strain, and heightened expectations of emotional labor, women leaders are navigating...
Washington state's CPS grapples with drastic increase in children dying, nearly dying this year, according to new data
KING 5 - Washington State
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June 27, 2025
The Washington Department of Children, Youth, and Families reports a 200% rise in child deaths and near deaths this quarter. According to data released by the Washington Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF), there has been a 200%...
Washington state immigrant in limbo amid challenge to Trump’s ‘third country’ deportations
The Daily Chronicle - Washington State
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Alexandra Yoon-Hendricks / The Seattle Times (TNS) The family of a man who grew up in Tacoma and has become one of the faces of President Donald Trump's efforts to deport immigrants to countries where they have no ties is urging Gov. Bob Ferguson...
New playground opens at Washington State Penitentiary
KHQ - Washington State
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WALLA WALLA, Wash. – The Washington State Penitentiary’s East Complex has introduced a new visiting room playground, offering a safe space for incarcerated men to connect with their children. The playground was funded through the Incarcerated...
Anchorage’s Rhodes defends women’s Mount Marathon crown
Homer News - Alaska
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July 5, 2025
With Seward stuffed with people for 97th running of the Mount Marathon Race on Friday, Anchorage’s Klaire Rhodes, 27, got a little unexpected alone time. Rhodes defended her title in the race up and down the 3,022-foot race point on the mountain...
Rep. Pramila Jayapal voices concerns over immigration and healthcare policies
Seattle City Wire - Washington State
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July 5, 2025
U.S. Rep. Pramila Jayapal representing Washington's 7th Congressional District | Official U.S. House headshot U.S. Rep. Pramila Jayapal representing Washington's 7th Congressional District | Official U.S. House headshot Rep. Pramila Jayapal, a...
West Seattle Amateur Radio Club: More than a hobby, A lifeline in disguise
Westside Seattle - Washington State
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July 5, 2025
The West Seattle Amateur Radio Club (WSARC) is often perceived as a social gathering for enthusiasts, and indeed, fostering a social atmosphere is its main focus. Yet, beneath the camaraderie and shared fascination with radio, lies a highly...
Seattle Storm to unveil Sue Bird statue outside Climate Pledge Arena
KOMO News - Washington State
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SEATTLE — Basketball icon and Seattle sports legend Sue Bird will be immortalized in bronze this summer, as the Seattle Storm announced plans to unveil her statue outside Climate Pledge Arena on August 17. Bird, a four-time WNBA champion and one...
Seattle Queer Art Fest raises over $700 for gender-affirming care at latest Pride Month event
Seattle Gay News - Washington State
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Note: The author of this story knows the organizer of this event personally. It was in 2021 when Xander Schulte realized that top surgery was gender-affirming care that they needed, and after many calls and hours of research, they learned it would...
Schools Scramble After Trump Admin Withdraws $7B in Federal Education Funding
Truthout
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July 5, 2025
Support justice-driven, accurate and transparent news — make a quick donation to Truthout today! This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters. Schools are scrambling to plan for what could...
Gov. Bob Ferguson denies pardon for Washington immigrant facing deportation to South Sudan
The Daily Chronicle - Washington State
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Alexandra Yoon-Hendricks / The Seattle Times (TNS) Gov. Bob Ferguson declined to grant a pardon to a Vietnamese national who grew up in Tacoma, likely clearing the way for his deportation to South Sudan. The denial of Tuan Thanh Phan’s pardon...
Seattle Appoints Shon Barnes as New Police Chief
KONA - Washington State
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July 2, 2025
(The Center Square) – Shon Barnes was officially appointed chief of the Seattle Police Department amid success in officer recruitment and a decrease in homicides. The Seattle City Council on Tuesday unanimously confirmed Barnes, who has served as...
Norris goes 6 for 6 in Mount Marathon men’s race; Moore’s streak ends at 54 races
Homer News - Alaska
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July 5, 2025
One streak lived while another streak ended during a brilliantly sunny men’s race at the 97th running of the Mount Marathon Race in Seward. On a day when David Norris, a 34-year-old who grew up in Fairbanks and now lives in Steamboat Springs,...
Washington state superintendent to help fund Imagination Library, work with legislature to restore funds
The Spokesman-Review - Washington State
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The Dolly Parton Imagination Library will continue to offer free books to children younger than 5 for at least the next year, according to Superintendent of Public Instruction Chris Reykdal. Reykdal announced Wednesday he will use money from his...
Seattle City Council confirms Shon Barnes as police chief
The Spokesman-Review - Washington State
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The Seattle City Council on Tuesday unanimously confirmed Shon Barnes as the city’s police chief, citing his skills as a communicator and his willingness for collaboration in turbulent times. Council members heaped praise on Barnes, who stepped in...
Seattle Kraken strengthen roster with key free agency signings of Lindgren and Murray
KOMO News - Washington State
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SEATTLE — With June and the 2025 NHL Draft in the rearview mirror for general managers, their focus has shifted to free agency. On day one, the Seattle Kraken GM Jason Botterill made two acquisitions in order “to bring depth to our organization...
ESFNA 42nd Annual Tournament Grand Finale Tonight in Seattle!
Zehabesha
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July 5, 2025
July 5, 2025 The Habesha 2025 esfna It’s finally here—the moment we’ve all been waiting for! The ESFNA 42nd Annual Tournament is coming to an epic close with a Grand Finale tonight in the beautiful city of Seattle. Get ready for a night filled...