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For Sale: Children’s Nutrition

The U.S. House of Representatives has approved the FY2027 Agriculture appropriations bill, which enacts a $200 million reduction in funding for the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program and diminishes the fruit-and-vegetable benefit, directly impacting the nutritional support for pregnant women, infants, and young children.

OPINION | Seattle's World Cup Plans Reach the Waterfront. Why Not the South End?

From Rainier Avenue to Beacon Hill, South End business advocates ask why neighborhoods rich in culture, food, and small businesses were left out of Seattle's World Cup spotlight.

Homeland Security retreats on plan to get data on mail-in voters

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is walking back, for now, a plan to sweep up data on millions of Americans who vote by mail under President Donald Trump’s executive order restricting mail ballots.

Support WA State Parks with specialty license plates

Funds from these plates, which depict a waterfall and a mountain range, help go towards park programming.

Zahilay Outlines Affordability, Safety Priorities in First State of the County Address

From affordable housing and expanded child care to new bus routes and violence prevention funding, Zahilay used his first State of the County speech to spotlight early wins and future priorities.

Mediums Collective Brings Raza Pride to Capitol Hill

Zahilay Outlines Vision For A More Connected King County In First State Of The County Address

King County Executive Girmay Zahilay, in his inaugural State of the County address, presented an ambitious agenda designed to cultivate a more connected King County. The executive's plan emphasizes critical investments in housing affordability, expanded child care provisions, strategic transit enhancements, comprehensive behavioral health services, and targeted public safety initiatives.

New Study Reveals 1 In 5 Young People Use AI Chatbots For Emotional Support

A new study published in JAMA Pediatrics indicates that nearly one in five adolescents and young adults are turning to artificial intelligence chatbots for emotional support during times of distress. This development raises significant questions concerning the appropriate deployment and inherent limitations of such digital mental health tools.

Why ‘Climate Justice’ Isn’t Resonating In Communities Most At Risk

A new study published in the journal PLOS Climate indicates that the term "climate justice" is not effectively reaching its intended audience, with two-thirds of respondents, including those in Black and low-income communities, reporting unfamiliarity, thereby challenging advocates to reconsider their communication strategies.

New York Knicks On The Brink Of A Title After Pulling Off The Greatest Comeback In NBA Finals History

The New York Knicks achieved the most significant comeback in NBA Finals history on Wednesday, overcoming a 29-point deficit to secure a 107-106 victory against the San Antonio Spurs in Game 4.

Former Child Actor Accuses Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Of Sexual Assault In New Lawsuit

A former child actor has filed a lawsuit against Sean "Diddy" Combs, alleging sexual assault at a 2007 networking event in the Hollywood Hills. Combs' representatives have denied the allegations, asserting their lack of merit. This legal action adds to the music mogul's escalating legal challenges, which include an appeal of a federal conviction for transportation to engage in prostitution and an active sexual assault case review by the Los Angeles County District Attorney's office.

How Eco-Conscious Purchases And Planning Can Save You Money

Environmentally conscious household practices are proving to be a significant avenue for both financial relief and environmental sustainability. Strategies include the integration of Energy Star certified appliances, the strategic acquisition of secondhand clothing and decor, the prioritization of local produce, and the implementation of effective food waste reduction measures.