Five years since the Blake decision in Washington state
The historic ruling opened the door for hundreds of thousands of drug possession convictions to be reversed. But many of those affected still await relief.
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How social media and influencers are shaping the Seattle mayor’s race
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Feds roll out AI pilot program for Medicare reviews in Washington
The program will rely on the technology to help decide if procedures are eligible for coverage, which Sen. Murray called a move “to privatize Medicare.”
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The Curse of the Middle Guy: Ferguson’s first 8 months as governor
Expectations were high for Bob Ferguson. For many across the political spectrum, the reality has been baffling and disappointing. What happened?
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Investigations team caps four years with state law, policy reforms
From youth labor violations to housing abuses to pandemic-aid fraud, Cascade PBS investigative reporters cast light into undercovered corners of WA in 2025.
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Prosecutor won’t charge Rotschy after teen loses legs at worksite
Clark County cites a lack of proof that the Vancouver company acted with “culpable mental state” when a 16-year-old was injured using prohibited equipment.
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Dreaming of summer festivals in a wet and wintry Northwest week
Plus: a dragon, a tiger, a boar — oh my! Ai Weiwei’s big brass zodiac animals convene at Olympic Sculpture Park.
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For elaborate tiki drinks, stop by your local bowling alley
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In Tacoma, a trailblazing Black painter with a sense of humor
Plus, film festivals showcasing Wong Kar-wai, Martin Scorsese and Sea Slug Animation
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