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High fuel prices are squeezing food banks in the Northwest, elsewhere

The effects of rising fuel prices are appearing in places beyond the gas pump, including food banks helping supply pantries nationwide.

Former Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell is now CEO of startup Filium

Less than a year after losing reelection, Harrell has a new gig at a local startup.

King County Human And Civil Rights Commission Sets Agenda For Equity And Community Engagement

The King County Human and Civil Rights Commission has released its inaugural annual report, outlining its priorities and goals for advancing equity, civil rights, and protections for historically marginalized communities in King County.

How WA is tackling chronic hospital overcrowding

On any given day in Washington, state estimates show nearly 850 patients are medically ready for discharge, but myriad barriers keep them in the hospital.

Takeaways from AP’s report on deep-sea mining

Since President Donald Trump signed an executive order to create a deep-sea mining industry, businesses have raised millions from investors, and stock prices have soared.

Trump’s push for deep-sea mining spawns new companies and fast-tracked rules

Since President Donald Trump signed an executive order to create a deep-sea mining industry, businesses have raised millions from investors, and stock prices have soared.

Appeals in Congo for more supplies as aid groups warn Ebola outbreak is ‘gaining momentum’

Healthcare workers and aid groups in eastern Congo have appealed for more supplies and staff to respond to the outbreak of a rare type of Ebola, as armed groups continued to threaten safety of the region already grappling with displacement and humanitarian crisis.

Heat wave empties roads and markets in north India as some farmers turn to nighttime work

A heat wave has gripped large parts of India with roads and markets emptying during afternoons.

Seattle Storm fizzle late, fall to previously winless Sun

Mackenzie Holmes scored a career-high 18 points, but the Storm couldn't hold a three-point lead with 40 seconds remaining and fell to the Sun 80-78.

Estate Of Michael Rowland Reaches $3.5 Million Settlement With King County In Wrongful Death Suit

King County has agreed to a $3.5 million settlement in a wrongful death lawsuit filed by the estate of Michael Rowland, who died in custody at the King County Jail. The settlement addresses claims stemming from Rowland's death following his restraint by correctional officers shortly after his arrest, a case that highlighted concerns about the treatment of individuals experiencing mental health crises and in-custody deaths within the facility.

Photos: Seattle Storm take on Connecticut Sun

2 WA law enforcement officers accused of crimes against children

An Arlington police officer and a corrections officer at the Washington Corrections Center, accused of separate crimes against children, were arrested.