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The 6-7 craze offered a brief window into the hidden world of children

The Conversation Jan. 9 2026 5 minutes read

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Many adults are breathing a sigh of relief as the 6-7 meme fades away as one of the biggest kid-led global fads of 2025.

ICE searched WA driver’s license data into November, report finds

Washington State Standard Jan. 8 2026 7 minutes read

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The revelations follow backlash against the practice and a pledge from the state to cut off access.

How WA’s $181M in rural health funding stacks up with other states

Washington State Standard Jan. 6 2026 6 minutes read

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The money comes from a new federal program meant to offset reductions in Medicaid spending approved in Republicans’ “big, beautiful bill.”

Signatures filed for initiatives on parental rights, blocking trans athletes from girls’ sports

Washington State Standard Jan. 3 2026 5 minutes read

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The measures would go before Washington state lawmakers in the upcoming legislative session.

Police Blotter, December 19 - 25, 2025

Anacortes Police Dec. 30 2025 3 minutes read

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This week, Anacortes Police dealt with a vehicle prowl, a complaint about a political sign, and an online fraud report.

These new laws and taxes take effect in Washington state on Jan. 1

Washington State Standard Dec. 30 2025 8 minutes read

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Tax hikes on big business and rental cars. Unemployment benefits for workers on strike. Those are just a few of the changes to state law taking effect in Washington on New Year’s Day. 

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