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How Fringe Anti-Science Views Infiltrated Mainstream Politics — And What It Means in 2024

KFF Health News Jan. 29 2024 9 minutes read

Opposition to vaccines and other public health measures backed by science has become politically charged. That makes dangerous misinformation much harder to fight.

As death toll rises, Washington lawmakers look to lower legal limit for driving drunk

Washington State Standard Jan. 26 2024 7 minutes read

Lawmakers want to drop it to 0.05% and join Utah with the toughest standard in the nation. The hospitality industry is worried about liability and profits.

Most state abortion bans have limited exceptions − but it’s hard to understand what they mean

The Conversation Jan. 26 2024 7 minutes read

Women in Texas and in other states with abortion bans are suing, asking for clarification on when medical exceptions could actually be granted.

Hikes: Bluffing LIke Spring

Jack Hartt Jan. 25 2024 4 minutes read

“A good hike starts with a stop at Starbucks,” Kath said. Me, I prefer a water bottle in my pack.

WA lawmaker wants to make voting mandatory … sort of?

Washington State Standard Jan. 25 2024 4 minutes read

Sen. Sam Hunt reintroduced a bill to legally require people to vote — but there wouldn’t be any consequences if you don’t.

Police Blotter, January 12 - 18, 2024

Anacortes Police Jan. 23 2024 3 minutes read

Anacortes Police talked to a teenager who was reported to be doing donuts in a parking lot.

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