Proposed Seattle transportation levy tacks on $100M more after public feedback
(The Center Square) – Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell has announced an updated transportation levy proposal that adds an additional $100 million to fund transportation projects that Seattle residents have prioritized. The now $1.45 billion levy proposal was
Think tank touts free market solutions at Spokane Valley event
(The Center Square) – The Legislature’s loss is a win for the Washington Policy Center, as retiring Rep. Chris Corry, R-Yakima, steps into a new leadership role as Eastern Washington Director for WPC. His experience on small
Report: Washington charter school students outperforming public school peers
(The Center Square) – Charter schools in Washington state are doing a better job educating children in math and English Language Arts than traditional schools. That is one of the main takeaways from the Washington State Board
Spokane County announces millions in state funding ahead of Expo '74 celebration
(The Center Square) – Spokane County announced a volley of funding on Friday morning that had been secured from the state for several key priorities and infrastructure projects. The announcement comes right before the official start this
14-year-old middle school student who took rifle to school shot to death by police when trying to enter building
Lawmakers question whether feds are still funding Russian research
(The Center Square) – U.S. House lawmakers are pressing the National Institutes of Health for answers on whether the agency has continued funding research in Russia. House Energy and Commerce Committee Chair Cathy McMorris Rodgers is leading
$10,000 goal for KVI’s John Carlson “Red Kettle” fundraiser
KVI’s John Carlson invites listeners to donate to the annual “Red Kettle Luncheon” fundraiser starting today through May 9th. Click this link for the donation page.
Over 16k pounds of ground beef sold at Walmart stores recalled for possible E. coli
More than 16,000 pounds of ground beef sold at Walmart stores nationwide were recalled due to potential E. coli contamination. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service announced the recall on Wednesday; according to
Peloton CEO Barry McCarthy stepping down, to cut 15% of workforce
Peloton announced on Thursday that CEO Barry McCarthy will be stepping down as the company, and that it is also cutting 15% of its staff worldwide (or about 400 employees). Karen Boone and Chis Bruzzo, Peloton’s current
Pacers beat Bucks, Knicks defeat 76ers to advance to Eastern Conference Semifinals
The Indiana Pacers defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 120-98 in Game 6 on Thursday night, and will advance to the second round in the NBA Playoffs for the first time since 2014. The Pacers Obi Toppin scored 21