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Hair today, gone today

Jack Hartt Jan. 29 2026 5 minutes read

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 We're used to garden-variety frost and ice this time of year. Starry winter nights often lead to slippery winter mornings.

Lower drunk driving limit approved by WA Senate

Washington State Standard Jan. 29 2026 6 minutes read

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The bill drops it to 0.05%, and the state would join Utah with the toughest standard in the nation. It still needs House approval.

WA leaders prepare for possibility of immigration crackdown

Washington State Standard Jan. 26 2026 7 minutes read

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Gov. Bob Ferguson and Attorney General Nick Brown didn’t rule out the National Guard or state or local law enforcement ending up at odds with federal agents.

Police Blotter, January 16 - 22, 2026

Anacortes Police Jan. 26 2026 3 minutes read

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Anacortes Police this week handled a cyber fraud complaint, cited a driver for DUI, and took a call from a resident complaining a neighbor’s dog was pooping in her yard.

ICE is using Medicaid data to find out where immigrants live

Stateline Jan. 24 2026 9 minutes read

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States fear immigrants will shy away from seeking health care.

Why Medication Abortion Is the Top Target for Anti-Abortion Groups in 2026

KFF Health News Jan. 23 2026 6 minutes read

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With abortions still on the rise nationwide despite widespread bans, curtailing the use of pregnancy-terminating medication is a top priority for abortion opponents — and they’re frustrated that the Trump administration isn’t doing more to limit its use.

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