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Audit finds inflation, wages drove Seattle’s $1.7B budget increase
The new five-year analysis digs into every department’s spending in an effort to help the city confront a projected $241 million deficit in 2025.
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Advocates say Seattle’s $1.45B transportation tax isn’t enough
A coalition is asking to increase the levy to $1.9B for more bike and pedestrian safety measures — which a poll found a majority of voters might support.
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Three progressives take on Tanya Woo in Seattle City Council race
Tariq Yusuf, Alexis Mercedes Rinck and Saunatina Sanchez have all entered the race for Seattle’s 2024 special election.
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What is an attorney general? They’re more attorney than general
As current Washington AG Bob Ferguson leaves office after 12 years, voters will choose a new “lawyer for the entire state.”
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Political heavy hitters criticize Mayor Harrell’s housing plan
A coalition including the Chamber of Commerce, realtors and nonprofits say that Seattle’s Comprehensive Plan would not help its affordability problem.