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Just before it would no longer be considered, a bill taxing millionaires operating ICE centers gets a hearing.

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Bill would tax millionaire operators of ICE detention centers

By Annika Hauer

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Sen. Keith Wagoner, R-Sedro Woolley, listens to the staff report for SB 5268 during a public hearing Feb. 18.

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Bill would change sentencing for unlawful firearm possession

By Cassie Diamond

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WA lawmakers consider bills affecting journalism

By Ayeda Masood

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March 3 Council meeting livestream experiencing technical difficulties — Call-in option still live

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Cow chaos; a fox feeding faux pas and a returned ring | SJC sheriff’s log

The San Juan County Sheriff’s Office responded to the following calls.

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Negotiations underway with Sea Mar Community Health Centers to operate Lopez Medical Clinic

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Dropped debit cards, a carousing canine and a smashed sign | SJC sheriff’s log

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The existing solar installation.

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Solar debate on Decatur sparks conversation about cooperative governance

By Darrell Kirk

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Maintaining health, safety and community services: Council places levy lid lift on April ballot

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Now available for comment: First draft of Critical Areas Ordinance regulations update

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Sen. Noel Frame, D-Seattle, shares a story of her experience with miscarriage while giving remarks in support of Senate Bill 5917 during a floor session Feb. 10.

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Senate passes abortion medication expansion

By Cassie Diamond

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Garth McCardle is the new director of the Public Defender’s Office.

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Building the team: San Juan County welcomes a new public defender

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Senators in the Ways & Means Committee voted unanimously Feb. 9 to pass a bill that would give some public retirees a pension boost.

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Some public employees might get pension boost

By Annika Hauer