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Gun sales went up around Seattle, and haven't come down: Today So Far
Starting in 2020, the Seattle area has purchased a lot more guns than usual. This post originally appeared in KUOW's Today So Far newsletter for May 26, 2022.
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Is your air filter ready for a smoky NW summer?: Today So Far
Don't be deceived by our cold, wet Northwest spring. Weather experts are expecting more wildfires and smoke through the summer season. Also, the Seattle Storm finally have their own facility. And this Washington charter school faces allegations that it is falling short on English language instruction. This post originally appeared in KUOW's Today So Far newsletter for May 25, 2022.
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Monkeypox arrives in King County: Today So Far
Monkeypox has shown up in King County. Here's what to know. Also, Boeing finally makes it to the International Space Station. And Washington has a habit of sending youth in crisis to out-of-state boarding schools. This post originally appeared in KUOW's Today So Far newsletter for May 24, 2022.
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What do you leave unsaid?: Today So Far
Mónica Guzmán navigates Seattle's social scene in the first episode of "Subtext." Local mom searches for special baby formula amid shortage. Are you using the WA Notify app during the current surge. This post originally appeared in KUOW's Today So Far newsletter for May 23, 2022.
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Seattle's latest discussion to tax big business: Today So far
The Seattle City Council is considering taxes on big business ... again. But could it be different this time around? Also, Point Defiance's Five Mile Road is cut down to three miles. And a proposed policy change for the Marysville School District has devolved into a culture war. This post originally appeared in KUOW's Today So Far newsletter for May 19, 2022.
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Sound Transit has a few new rules: Today So Far
Sound Transit has a few new rules to enforce its fares. Also, Seattle schools have a problem — not enough bus drivers. And King County officials believe they've solved a lead contamination mystery. This post originally appeared in KUOW's Today So Far newsletter for May 18, 2022.
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Primaries are heating up in the NW: Today So Far
The primaries are heating up in Washington state with Trump-backed candidates going up against their Republican counterparts. Also: Want to take a trip? Consider putting your tourism dollars to good use. This post originally appeared in KUOW's Today So Far newsletter for May 17, 2022.
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What's your college advice for Washington students?: Today So Far
Washington state needs ferry workers. But what is the advice we are giving to young students as they plan their post education careers? This post originally appeared in KUOW's Today So Far newsletter for May 16, 2022.
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Abortion issue comes just in time for the 8th District toss up: Today So Far
Washington's 8th Congressional District is considered a toss up between the Democrat incumbent and Republican challengers. Could the abortion issue influence the v
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Western Washington's trashy problem: Today So Far
The trash is piling high in western Washington. Here's why. Also, the homeless encampment at Seattle's Woodland Park has been cleared. One person hopes this indicates a new city policy. And a Port Orchard man pleads guilty to a charges related to the January 6 insurrection. This post originally appeared in KUOW's Today So Far newsletter for May 11, 2022.
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Is working from home good for the environment?: Today So Far
Working from home may not be as good for the environment as we initially thought. That heavily depends on us. Also, why is it taking so long to get body cameras for the King County Sheriff's Office? This post originally appeared in KUOW's Today So Far newsletter for May 10, 2022.
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The cold, Covid, and the bird flu: Today So Far
The Northwest's cold, rainy weather is not going anywhere, anytime soon. Colds are back. Covid is surging again. And while we're at it, the bird flu has arrived. This post originally appeared in KUOW's Today So Far newsletter for May 9, 2022.