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NW Progressive Institute
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A “breaking point” for The Stranger? 2026 Top Two election endorsements draw sharp backlash from readers and activists
The Stranger’s surprise picks in key Seattle midterm legislative and congressional races are drawing criticism from progressive leaders who say the publication’s once-formidable endorsement credibility is eroding. A “breaking point” for The Stranger? 2026 Top Two election endorsements draw sharp backlash from readers and activists is a post from NPI's Cascadia Advocate, the journal of the Northwest Progressive Institute. Published continuously since March of 2004, NPI's Cascadia Advocate provides thoughtful commentary and analysis on regional, national, and world politics. Keep The Cascadia Advocate going by making a contribution to sustain NPI's research and advocacy here.
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Council Amendments Would Slash Transit Funding Plan, Subject Measure to Annual Council Vote
Other amendments would allow the city to divert funding from additional King County Metro bus service to transit security and… The post Council Amendments Would Slash Transit Funding Plan, Subject Measure to Annual Council Vote appeared first on PubliCola.
NW Progressive Institute
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Another victory for voting justice, just in time for July Fourth: Jim Walsh’s IP26-500 voter elimination scheme fails to qualify
Walsh's initiative sought to force Washington's thirty-nine counties to carry out a mass purge of the voter rolls before the 2027 general election. Despite using party resources for promotion, Walsh couldn't gather enough signatures by the July 2nd due date. He was left to watch as Brian Heywood submitted signatures for a measure to overturn the million-dollar earners tax while his own measure died. Another victory for voting justice, just in time for July Fourth: Jim Walsh’s IP26-500 voter elimination scheme fails to qualify is a post from NPI's Cascadia Advocate, the journal of the Northwest Progressive Institute. Published continuously since March of 2004, NPI's Cascadia Advocate provides thoughtful commentary and analysis on regional, national, and world politics. Keep The Cascadia Advocate going by making a contribution to sustain NPI's research and advocacy here.
PubliCola
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Proposal to Temporarily Cut Fees on New Housing Is Dead, Negotiators Say
By Erica C. Barnett A proposal that would have given developers an 80 percent break on Mandatory Housing Affordability fees… The post Proposal to Temporarily Cut Fees on New Housing Is Dead, Negotiators Say appeared first on PubliCola.
PubliCola
1 day
“Ballard is an Environmental Disaster”: Opponents Rail Against Plan to Eliminate One Avenue for Land Use Appeals
By Erica C. Barnett Legislation would eliminate an early local appeal process that has delayed land use decisions a year… The post “Ballard is an Environmental Disaster”: Opponents Rail Against Plan to Eliminate One Avenue for Land Use Appeals appeared first on PubliCola.
My Ballard
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The Crown to open new pub on 15th Ave NW
A new neighborhood bar called The Crown is coming to the former Schooner Street location (8000 15th Ave NW) in Crown Hill, with owner Bob Hougland aiming to open in ... Read more
My Ballard
2 days
Tunnel boring machine passes NW Market St as Ship Canal project advances
The tunnel boring machine constructing a new sewer line for the Ship Canal Water Quality Project has passed NW Market St and continues moving north beneath 24th Ave NW, according ... Read more
NW Progressive Institute
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IP26-645 opposition coalition unveils new polling, legal research as Brian Heywood prepares to turn in signatures for tax repeal
The campaign to uphold the state's recently enacted million-dollar earners tax says that an initiative seeking its repeal backed by wealthy right wing donors faces rough prospects, despite their attempts to create an invincibility narrative. IP26-645 opposition coalition unveils new polling, legal research as Brian Heywood prepares to turn in signatures for tax repeal is a post from NPI's Cascadia Advocate, the journal of the Northwest Progressive Institute. Published continuously since March of 2004, NPI's Cascadia Advocate provides thoughtful commentary and analysis on regional, national, and world politics. Keep The Cascadia Advocate going by making a contribution to sustain NPI's research and advocacy here.
PubliCola
3 days
Regional Homelessness Agency “Right-Sizing” Will Largely Restore Pre-KCRHA Status Quo
The announcement, which will send most homeless service contracts back to the city and county, aims to preserve federal funding… The post Regional Homelessness Agency “Right-Sizing” Will Largely Restore Pre-KCRHA Status Quo appeared first on PubliCola.
My Ballard
3 days
Baker’s new owner launches fundraiser to help secure the bar’s future
Just months after stepping in to keep Baker’s (6408 32nd Ave NW) from closing, the neighborhood cocktail bar’s new owner is asking the community for help. Molly Ringe, owner of ... Read more
My Ballard
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Ballard Mill Marina owner outlines vision for passenger terminal redevelopment
Plans are moving forward to redevelop part of Ballard Mill Marina (4733 Shilshole Ave NW) into a passenger terminal for charter boat operators, a project owner Ned Carner says is ... Read more
PubliCola
3 days
News Vouchers Delayed Until 2027, Stranger’s Editor Out, Ex-Cop Fired for Punching Handcuffed Woman Involved in Fracas at Pride
1. Mayor Katie Wilson, who had been planning to release her “News Notes” proposal to help fund independent media on or… The post News Vouchers Delayed Until 2027, Stranger’s Editor Out, Ex-Cop Fired for Punching Handcuffed Woman Involved in Fracas at Pride appeared first on PubliCola.