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Local
2 months ago
Thousands of state residents affected in data breach by former DSHS employee

The compromised information included names, dates of birth and social security numbers among other personal information.

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Environmental
2 months ago
Proposed standards on compost contamination seeks public feedback

The department wants to get ahead what they expect will be a great increase in compostable materials over the next decade.

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Health and Wellness
2 months ago
AG Nick Brown joins coalition to combat new Medicaid work requirements

The coalition has filed a lawsuit in response to federal changes that would restrict healthcare access.

Government
2 months ago
New state laws taking effect July 1

Changes to some state tax codes and a boost to some retirement accounts are among the new measures.

Elections
2 months ago
Judge rules in favor of WA, blocks Trump administration from tightening mail-in voting

The president’s executive order requiring states to provide voter registration lists to the federal government was ruled unconstitutional.

Environmental
2 months ago
Washington links carbon market with California, Quebec

The agreement will set new precedents for greenhouse gas reductions and investments in clean energy among businesses across the three jurisdictions.

Local
2 months ago
Plans unveiled for Whatcom County Jail

The proposed jail has 450 total beds, a reduced square footage and no second courtroom.

Local
2 months ago
Whatcom County Health Dept touts successful winter shelter season

Health and Community Services adds that their operating costs ran $93,000 below their budget limit allocated by the Whatcom County Council.

Government
2 months ago
Whatcom County Council holds dual public hearings on land use moratorium, fireworks

Additional discussions will be scheduled at a later date for the proposed fireworks law changes.

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Government
2 months ago
U.S. Rep. Rick Larsen introduces legislation focusing on Point Roberts

The US has two exclaves that can only be accessed by crossing the border into Canada.

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