Federal civil rights complaint filed against UW over antisemitism during protests
A federal civil rights complaint has been filed against the University of Washington for allowing antisemitism to “run rampant” on campus. The complaint was filed by the Brandeis Center for Human Rights Under Law on behalf of UW Jewish students. KVI’s Ari
Three decades in the making: WSDOT to complete North Spokane Corridor by 2030
(The Center Square) – After almost three decades of construction and more than 50 years of planning before that, Washington is gearing up to complete the $1.5 billion North Spokane Corridor project by 2030. Once complete, the
Lack of EV chargers dogging Washington agency's electrification efforts
(The Center Square) – If you’re a Washington resident reluctant to buy or drive an electric vehicle due to the lack of charging infrastructure around the state or in cold weather conditions, you’re not alone. Some state
King County $1.8 million LGBTQ veteran homeless facility accepting applications
(The Center Square) – A transitional home dedicated to LGBTQ veterans experiencing homelessness has opened in King County, becoming the first of its kind in the nation. The “Q’mmunity House” will provide supportive housing to veterans who
Seattle approves $20.76 minimum wage in 2025; will be highest in the U.S.
(The Center Square) – Seattle employees making the minimum wage will see a mandatory raise starting next year, making them the highest paid minimum wage workers in the country. Starting at the beginning of 2025, all employers
Gas tax revenue coming up short in new transportation revenue forecast
(The Center Square) – The Economic and Revenue Forecast Council has approved Washington state’s updated transportation revenue forecast. There was some challenging news in the forecast, but at least there was transparency, according to Washington Research Council
I-2117 election battle being fought over accuracy about air pollution in WA
Election campaign adds opposing I-2117 in Washington say air pollution in Washington will go up if the measure passes. I-2117 supporter, Todd Myers, environmental policy director at the Washington Policy Center, tells KVI that state and
Melania Trump supports abortion rights: ‘there is no room for compromise’ regarding women’s freedoms
In a video posted to social media, Melania Trump confirm a report from The Guardian stating that she voices support for abortion rights in her new memoir, “Melania,” set to be released on Tuesday, Oct. 8th (preorder:
The U.S. and Microsoft seize dozens of internet domains tied to Russian hacking group
Microsoft and U.S. authorities said on Thursday that a hacking group tied to Russian intelligence attempted to hack into the systems of dozens of Western think tanks, journalists and former military and intelligence officials. Targets included former U.S.
NY Mets advancing to NLDS after Game 3 wildcard win against Milwaukee Brewers
The NY Mets rallied in the 9th inning to beat the Milwaukee Brewers 4-2 in Game 3 of the Wild Card Series on Thursday night, and will now advance to the National League Division Series. Entering the