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Washington lawmakers look to cap rent increases

Washington State Standard Jan. 11 2024 6 minutes read

A proposal making its way through the Legislature would also place limits on move-in and late payment fees. 

Republicans are pushing for drastic asylum changes – an immigration law scholar breaks down the proposal

The Conversation Jan. 11 2024 7 minutes read

A GOP proposal would make it nearly impossible for most migrants now crossing the US border to gain asylum and the right to remain in the country.

Police Blotter, December 29, 2023 - January 4, 2024

Anacortes Police Jan. 9 2024 3 minutes read

Anacortes Police responded to a report that a student told other students on a bus that he had a gun.

Guemes Ferry service resumption interrupted by weather

Anacortes Now Jan. 9 2024 1 minute read

No sonner than Guemes Island Ferry announced it was resuming service, with runs decided upon hour-by-hour because of the weather.

There’s a New Covid-19 Variant and Cases Are Ticking Up. What Do You Need to Know?

KFF Health News Jan. 9 2024 8 minutes read

The covid-19 virus is continually changing, and a recent subvariant, the JN.1, is rapidly climbing the charts.

Guemes Island Ferry return to service delayed

Anacortes Now Jan. 8 2024 2 minutes read

Another delay for Guemes Island Ferry service. They might be able to return to service and delay a full inspection and sea trials. And, passenger-only service may be disrupted by weather.

State lawmakers consider blocking Washington police from lying during interrogations

Washington State Standard Jan. 8 2024 4 minutes read

Amanda Knox and others exonerated after serving prison time are among those supporting the proposal.

Washington House passes bill to allow splitting of residential lots

Washington State Standard Jan. 8 2024 3 minutes read

Supporters see the legislation as a way to expand space for new housing.

Guemes Island Ferry may return to service Tuesday morning

Anacortes Now Jan. 6 2024 1 minute read

Skagit County County says repairs on the ferry should be completed on Sunday, weather permitting, with testing happening on Monday.

Older Americans Say They Feel Trapped in Medicare Advantage Plans

KFF Health News Jan. 6 2024 7 minutes read

As enrollment in private Medicare Advantage plans grows, so do concerns about how well the insurance works, including from those who say they have become trapped in the private plans as their health declines. Here's a case that involves a Whidbey Island man.

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