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21-05-2025
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Gov. Bob Ferguson signs bill giving unemployment to striking WA workers
The Brief The governor has signed a new bill into law which creates a path to collecting benefits while on strike. Unemployment benefits wouldn't start as soon as a strike begins, however. The bill takes effect in 2026. SEATTLE - Striking workers will be able to collect unemployment benefits starting next year. This will make Washington the third state in the United States to pass such a bill, joining New York and New Jersey. Big picture view Governor Bob Ferguson signed a new bill into law, SB 5041, which will make workers eligible for unemployment insurance while on strike. The law goes into effect on Jan. 1, 2026 and has a 10-year sunset clause, meaning the stat e legislature will need to vote on whether to renew the bill or let it die in 2036. Benefits will not start until 15–21 days after the strike begins, which will depend on the day of week it starts. However, if a contract agreement is reached before this point, there will be no benefits paid out, according to Washington State Democrats. What they're saying "Striking is a last resort, and this bill will help level the playing field for workers trying to exercise their right to collectively bargain for fair wages and safe workplace conditions," Sen. Marcus Riccelli (D-Spokane) said. "Workers joining together in union and collectively bargaining to improve working conditions is as American as apple pie," said April Sims, President of the Washington State Labor Council, AFL-CIO. "But with stagnant wages and a rising cost of living, many workers don't have a safety net if they are pushed to strike. Full statement can be found on the Senate Democrats SB 5041 page. The other side The House Republicans' "Stop Bad Bills" page dissects the newly-passed bill, calling it a dangerous precedent for labor disputes. "SB 5041 would insert the state into private labor negotiations, tilting the balance in favor of unions and incentivizing longer, more frequent strikes," reads a portion of the webpage. The Source Information in this report came from Washington State Legislature, Washington State Democrats, and Washington State Republicans. Viral TikTok warns women of convicted rapist released in Seattle Over 100 Rite Aid and Bartell Drugs stores to close, including 8 in WA Seattle Seahawks 2025 schedule released, here are all 17 matchups Marymoor Park announces 2025 summer concert series lineup in Redmond, WA Viral TikTok captures truck break-in after Seattle Mariners game, despite police presence Bryan Kohberger back in court for pretrial hearing in Idaho students murder case 'Scared of accountability': Crowd calls out West Seattle leaders at public safety meeting FBI nabs Thurston County, WA fugitive hundreds of miles from crime scene To get the best local news, weather and sports in Seattle for free, sign up for the daily FOX Seattle Newsletter. Download the free FOX LOCAL app for mobile in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store for live Seattle news, top stories, weather updates and more local and national news.
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20-05-2025
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Washington raising price of Discover Pass
The Brief Starting October 1, 2025, Washington's annual Discover Pass fee will increase from $30 to $45 to help fund state parks, marking the first price hike since its introduction in 2011. The parks commission anticipates funding 71% of state parks through earned revenue in the next biennium, and the new law will also remove fee exemptions for disabled veterans. OLYMPIA, Wash. - Get those credit cards out, hikers — Washington is raising the price of its annual Discover Pass. Starting Oct. 1, 2025, the annual Discover Pass will increase from a one-time fee of $30 to $45. This marks the first price hike for the pass since they were introduced in 2011, and was signed into law by Gov. Bob Ferguson. The Discover Pass is an annual pass for your car, allowing you to park at state parks and lands, with the funds aimed at maintaining trails, staffing and park amenities. They were first signed into law when the Legislature determined that federal funding for state parks was drying up. What they're saying Washington State Parks says the $30 price has stayed in effect for too long, remaining at that price even through periods of high inflation. Additionally, the state's $77.9 billion budget plugged a major deficit, which they say left little room for appropriations for their agency. The parks commission estimates that during the next biennium, they will have to fund 71% of their state parks through earned revenue, up from 65% in the current biennium. Lastly, the new law no longer exempts disabled veterans from certain reservation transaction fees, but this also does not go into effect until Oct. 1, 2025. You can learn more on the Discover Pass website. The Source Information in this story comes from Washington State Parks. Viral TikTok warns women of convicted rapist released in Seattle Over 100 Rite Aid and Bartell Drugs stores to close, including 8 in WA Seattle Seahawks 2025 schedule released, here are all 17 matchups Marymoor Park announces 2025 summer concert series lineup in Redmond, WA Viral TikTok captures truck break-in after Seattle Mariners game, despite police presence Bryan Kohberger back in court for pretrial hearing in Idaho students murder case 'Scared of accountability': Crowd calls out West Seattle leaders at public safety meeting FBI nabs Thurston County, WA fugitive hundreds of miles from crime scene To get the best local news, weather and sports in Seattle for free, sign up for the daily FOX Seattle Newsletter. Download the free FOX LOCAL app for mobile in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store for live Seattle news, top stories, weather updates and more local and national news.
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20-05-2025
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Best times to use WA roads, ferries over Memorial Day weekend
The Brief WSDOT is offering advice for travelers over the Memorial Day weekend. Travel charts look at when the best and worst time to drive or take ferries. Locations mapped out include the I-5, I-90, and US 2 corridors. SEATTLE - Memorial Day weekend is just around the corner and as residents begin making travel plans, WSDOT has released their annual travel charts. Big picture view Transportation officials say they anticipate lengthy delays along I-90. They have also mapped other state highways and ferry docks for optimal time frames. The travel charts are broken down into the following, each with a WSDOT link to various congestion maps depending on time of day and direction: I-5 from Lacey to Tacoma I-90 from North Bend to Cle Elum US 2 between Stevens Pass and Skykomish I-5 between the United States-Canada border WSDOT assesses historical trends for when western Washington roadways reach capacity over the holiday weekend. The hours marked in red indicate that any small incident would cause major traffic backups due to the volume of cars on the road. To avoid the worst traffic, people are advised to travel during the hours marked in green or yellow. The Source Information for this story came from the Washington State Department of Transportation. Viral TikTok warns women of convicted rapist released in Seattle Over 100 Rite Aid and Bartell Drugs stores to close, including 8 in WA Seattle Seahawks 2025 schedule released, here are all 17 matchups Marymoor Park announces 2025 summer concert series lineup in Redmond, WA Viral TikTok captures truck break-in after Seattle Mariners game, despite police presence Bryan Kohberger back in court for pretrial hearing in Idaho students murder case 'Scared of accountability': Crowd calls out West Seattle leaders at public safety meeting FBI nabs Thurston County, WA fugitive hundreds of miles from crime scene To get the best local news, weather and sports in Seattle for free, sign up for the daily FOX Seattle Newsletter. Download the free FOX LOCAL app for mobile in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store for live Seattle news, top stories, weather updates and more local and national news.
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19-05-2025
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Search underway for missing mini Highland calf in Gig Harbor, WA
The Brief A mini Highland calf named Daisy May was reported missing over the weekend. She is described as being about 100 pounds and is two feet tall. GIG HARBOR, Wash. - Gig Harbor police are asking the public to keep an eye out for a mini Highland calf. What we know The calf, whose name is "Daisy May," has been missing since Saturday. Her owner told FOX 13 Seattle that Daisy May disappeared in the Artondale area, and after several hours of searching, no one has seen her. She is described as being about 100 pounds and is two feet tall. Anyone who spots Daisy May is urged to call Gig Harbor police. The Source Information in this story came from the missing calf's owner. Viral TikTok warns women of convicted rapist released in Seattle Over 100 Rite Aid and Bartell Drugs stores to close, including 8 in WA Seattle Seahawks 2025 schedule released, here are all 17 matchups Marymoor Park announces 2025 summer concert series lineup in Redmond, WA Viral TikTok captures truck break-in after Seattle Mariners game, despite police presence Bryan Kohberger back in court for pretrial hearing in Idaho students murder case 'Scared of accountability': Crowd calls out West Seattle leaders at public safety meeting FBI nabs Thurston County, WA fugitive hundreds of miles from crime scene To get the best local news, weather and sports in Seattle for free, sign up for the daily FOX Seattle Newsletter.
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16-05-2025
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Snohomish County, WA deputies seek help in Lynnwood drive-by shooting
The Brief The Snohomish County Sheriff's Office is seeking help identifying suspects in a drive-by shooting incident in Lynnwood. Deputies say two white men in a black sedan shot at a Hispanic man's truck after leaving LA Fitness. Tips can be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers, and a cash reward is available if the tip leads to an arrest. LYNNWOOD, Wash. - Snohomish County Sheriff's deputies are asking for your help to identify the suspects who shot at a man's truck after he left the LA Fitness Gym on Mukilteo Speedway in Lynnwood. What we know The victim is Hispanic. The suspects are two white men driving an older black lowered sedan, possibly a Honda Accord-style race car with tinted windows. It happened on May 5 after he saw four vehicles pull into the parking lot of the gym and start doing donuts. The victim says the gym's surveillance cameras were not working. He had no interaction with them, but a black sedan followed his truck as he drove home, pulled up alongside him, and the passenger started shooting. "When I looked to the side, they pulled the window down and they pointed a gun at me but they didn't say nothing, so I got scared and kept driving my truck to my sister's house. I called her but she didn't answer. I called the police and they picked up, and then at the light they shot at me and they broke the passenger seats and I got scared. I wondered who these people are," said the victim, who did not want to be identified for his safety. If you have any information on the identity of the suspects or the location of their car, please contact the Snohomish County Sheriff's Office or submit an anonymous tip to Crime Stoppers of Puget Sound through the P3 Tips App on your cell phone or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). There is a cash reward offered of up to $1,000 for the tip that leads to an arrest. You can reference case #25-60310. The Source Information in this story is from the Snohomish County Sheriff's Office and FOX 13 Seattle reporting. Viral TikTok warns women of convicted rapist released in Seattle Over 100 Rite Aid and Bartell Drugs stores to close, including 8 in WA Seattle Seahawks 2025 schedule released, here are all 17 matchups Marymoor Park announces 2025 summer concert series lineup in Redmond, WA Viral TikTok captures truck break-in after Seattle Mariners game, despite police presence Bryan Kohberger back in court for pretrial hearing in Idaho students murder case 'Scared of accountability': Crowd calls out West Seattle leaders at public safety meeting FBI nabs Thurston County, WA fugitive hundreds of miles from crime scene To get the best local news, weather and sports in Seattle for free, sign up for the daily FOX Seattle Newsletter. Download the free FOX LOCAL app for mobile in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store for live Seattle news, top stories, weather updates and more local and national news.
