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How high are the tsunami waves in WA? What you need to know

Matt Canham @mattcanham.bsky.social · Jul 30

That tsunami warning was a bit scary last night. Here is a smart look at where things stand today. www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...

After a major earthquake struck eastern Russia Tuesday afternoon, people living across the Pacific braced for tsunami waves.

D.C. Correspondent - The Seattle Times - Career Page

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Matt Canham @mattcanham.bsky.social · Jul 29

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Matt Canham @mattcanham.bsky.social · Jul 29

The Seattle Times is hiring a D.C. correspondent. I'm excited to see this great paper once again reporting from our nation's capital. seattletimes.applytojob.com/apply/oVo010...

We’re seeking a a D.C.-based correspondent to uncover how federal power touches lives in the Pacific Northwest!

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The Seattle Times @seattletimes.com · Jun 12

The proposal, which now heads to the Seattle City Council, is a reaction to state mandates requiring cities to cut down on red tape toward new housing.

Harrell’s plan to speed up housing construction in Seattle

The proposal, which now heads to the Seattle City Council, is a reaction to state mandates requiring cities to cut down on red tape toward new housing.

WA agencies see largest wave of layoffs since Great Recession

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Jim Brunner @jimbrunner.bsky.social · Jun 12

WA agencies are seeing hundreds of layoffs and other job reductions (via @ssowersby.bsky.social) www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...

Agencies had not been filling positions to soften the blow on workers, but cuts are still expected to affect approximately 1,000 positions.

Seattle Times reporter wins prestigious Livingston Award for ‘Lost Patients’ podcast

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Matt Canham @mattcanham.bsky.social · Jun 11

Congrats to my colleagues. What well deserved honors. www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...

The Livingston Awards honor journalists under 35. Times reporter Sydney Brownstone and former Times reporter Esmy Jimenez won for their podcast "Lost Patients."

Seattle detective’s suicide recognized, years later, as line-of-duty death

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The Seattle Times @seattletimes.com · Apr 12

An undercover Seattle police detective's widow fought for years to make the city recognize his suicide as job-related. He was honored in a ceremony more than 5½ years after his death.

An undercover Seattle police detective's widow fought for years to make the city recognize his suicide as job-related. He was honored in a ceremony more than 5½ years after his death.

Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell was arrested in 1996. He says it was racial profiling

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The Seattle Times @seattletimes.com · Feb 20

Through his many campaigns for office, Harrell has never mentioned the arrest. Harrell’s online biographies make no mention of living or working in Omaha.

Through his many campaigns for office, Harrell has never mentioned the arrest. Harrell’s online biographies make no mention of living or working in Omaha.

Have you considered buying a home with a friend or family member?

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The Seattle Times @seattletimes.com · Feb 19

Tell us about your unique experiences with homebuying.

Tell us about your unique experiences with homebuying.

Mental health beds sit empty at UW's brand-new hospital. Here's why.

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Matt Canham @mattcanham.bsky.social · Jan 22

UW opened a new hospital to help people with serious mental health needs. And a whole bunch of beds remain empty. Something has to change.

A new UW hospital opened this spring to provide desperately needed mental health beds. But a dispute over legal representation means many aren't being used.

Jeff Bezos changes his tune on Trump

Matt Canham @mattcanham.bsky.social · Jan 18

How Bezos, like many tech titans, has cozied up to Trump after previously criticizing him.

In 2016, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos worried Donald Trump could erode democracy. Now, he's dining with the president-elect.

WA Gov. Ferguson orders U.S. flags at full-staff for Trump inauguration

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Jim Brunner @jimbrunner.bsky.social · Jan 17

Ferguson orders flags to full-staff for Trump's Jan 20 inauguration - then they'll go back to half-staff for remainder of Jimmy Carter mourning period.
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Despite the national mourning period for the late Jimmy Carter, Washington's Gov. Bob Ferguson is directing flags to be raised Monday for Inauguration Day.

Bob Ferguson to issue 3 executive orders on first day as WA governor

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Jim Brunner @jimbrunner.bsky.social · Jan 15

New WA Gov. Bob Ferguson’s inaugural address just now double and tripled down on his call for cuts to state government spending and regulations. At several points, it appeared to get more enthusiastic applause from Republicans than Democrats. Buckle up #waleg

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Matt Canham @mattcanham.bsky.social · Jan 15

Washington's new governor issues three executive orders on his first day in office.

Bob Ferguson's first action as Washington's new governor will be to issue three executive orders. Here's what he had to say at his inaugural speech Wednesday.

From wildfires to waste, here are the environmental bills WA's Legislature is considering

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Conrad Swanson @conradswanson.bsky.social · Jan 13

Don’t expect any grand or sweeping climate and environmental laws out of Washington’s Capitol during this long legislative session, starting Monday.

Here's what you can expect:

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Don't expect any big legislative actions this session. But a lot is on the line for climate change and other environmental goals.

New WA police accountability office launches, but only for part of the state

Matt Canham @mattcanham.bsky.social · Jan 13

Washington state created an independent agency to investigate police killings back in 2021. It is now taking its first case. Great story by @laurengirg.bsky.social

The investigation into Adam Grant Gunderson’s death marks the first test of a unique state agency formed in 2021.

Jay Inslee’s wins and setbacks during his 12 years as WA governor

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Matt Canham @mattcanham.bsky.social · Jan 12

As he leaves office, here's a look at Gov. Jay Inslee's successes and the challenges that confront his successor. Good story by @jimbrunner.bsky.social

Climate and clean energy drew Inslee's intense focus, while critics point to the state's troubles in education, homelessness and ferries.

JBLM Army doctor admits he sexually abused dozens of soldiers

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Paige Cornwell @pgcornwell.bsky.social · Jan 10

An Army doctor was accused by dozens of soldiers of sexual misconduct. This week, he admitted to the counts involving 41 male patients he treated at Joint Base Lewis-McChord.

Maj. Stockin told patients he needed to exam their genitals, then would grope them.

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In an ongoing court-martial, Maj. Michael D. Stockin pleaded guilty to sexually abusing male soldiers under the guise of medical care at Joint Base Lewis-McChord.

One of Seattle's oldest bars is closing for now; will return in 2025

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Shauna Sowersby @ssowersby.bsky.social · Jan 7

Started my first day at The Seattle Times today! Please send any questions, tips, compliments or complaints to me at [email protected]

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The Seattle Times @seattletimes.com · Dec 31

An allegedly haunted Pioneer Square cafe that bills itself as Seattle's oldest continuously-used restaurant will close temporarily, but it plans to return.

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An allegedly haunted Pioneer Square cafe that bills itself as Seattle's oldest continuously-used restaurant will close temporarily, but plans to return in 2025.

The bomb cyclone killed his mom. He was right next to her

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The Seattle Times @seattletimes.com · Dec 26

Violent winds toppled trees and power lines throughout Western Washington, causing power and internet outages for days and weeks for some. Deborah was one of the few killed in the storm.

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The violent winds toppled trees and powerlines throughout Western Washington last month, causing massive outages and leading to some deaths in the region.

Your family may have questions about Seattle. We have answers

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The Seattle Times @seattletimes.com · Dec 25

Just in time for family holiday gatherings, we're answering some of the most-asked questions about the Emerald City, ranging from crime to the Seattle Freeze.

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Just in time for family holiday gatherings, we're answering some of the most-asked questions about the Emerald City, ranging from crime to the Seattle Freeze.

Oops! Missent email reveals WA Senate Dems tax plans

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Matt Canham @mattcanham.bsky.social · Dec 24

WA's Senate Dems are talking about these nine tax hikes and we know that because an email marked "for internal purposes only" was accidentally sent to Republicans. Story by @jimbrunner.bsky.social

Washington's Senate Democrats are considering nine tax hikes, according to documents accidentally sent to Republicans.

With few detox beds in WA, teens face withdrawal with ice cream, Tylenol

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Matt Canham @mattcanham.bsky.social · Dec 13

Fentanyl is a scourge everywhere, but in Washington state there are only two dedicated detox beds for young people. Two.
Story by @hannahfurfaro.bsky.social

Across Washington, only two detox beds are reserved for youth who need help withdrawing from substances like fentanyl and alcohol.