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State Budget Crunch: Washington’s governor’s office is warning agencies to prepare for “significant budget shortfalls” in 2027-29, with operating and transportation cuts likely and a push to pause new program phase-ins. Cannabis Industry Pressure: The Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board says federal rescheduling uncertainty, market consolidation, and oversupply are squeezing the state’s legal cannabis model. Elwha Watershed Logging Fight: Three environmental groups sued to stop nearly 400 acres of logging in the Elwha Watershed, arguing the state failed to properly assess harm to Port Angeles drinking water. Transit Cost Reality Check: Sound Transit’s light-rail expansion is facing a massive overrun and the Ballard line has been effectively cut, triggering fresh doubts about the project’s future. Clean Energy Siting Clash: Snoqualmie residents are protesting a proposed 45-acre battery facility, with officials citing threats and a growing regional fight over where storage projects can go. Tech & Defense Hiring: Anduril is expanding in Seattle and Bellevue, planning more connected-warfare roles tied to autonomous defense systems. World Cup Logistics Meets Local Business: Iran’s World Cup team received US visas for players, while some staff still await paperwork; meanwhile, Washington host-city planning continues to revolve around tourism demand and ticket access.

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Jun. 6, 2026

Water taxi market seen reaching $33.18B by 2035

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Jun. 2, 2026

City University of Seattle picks Loria Yeadon for 2026 commencement

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Jun. 2, 2026

City University of Seattle names Loria Yeadon 2026 commencement speaker

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Jun. 2, 2026

Astrology market seen reaching $22.8 billion by 2031

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Seattle is providing over 1,400 free World Cup tickets for kids

Seattle is providing over 1,400 free World Cup tickets for kids

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WEST SEATTLE SUNDAY: 20 notes, including I-5’s early reopening

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Garrett sees trade to Rams as path to postseason success

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Local businesses fuel Gulfport Pride as national corporate sponsors pull back in 2025

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Jun. 6, 2026

Water Taxi Market Growing at 3.98% CAGR To Reach USD 33.18 Bn by 2035, Electric Fleets, Tourism Boom, & Transit Mandates

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Jun. 5, 2026

Bay Club Completes 12th Washington State Acquisition, Continuing Build-Out of Greater Seattle Market

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Jun. 5, 2026

City of Seattle and Port of Seattle Celebrate Elliott Bay Connections (EBC), Visionary Public-Private Partnership to Connect and Revitalize Parks on the Elliott Bay Waterfront

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Faith Anderson Named Director of Washington State Department of Financial Institutions’ Securities Division

Washington State Department of Financial Institutions

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Iran’s World Cup Team Barred from Overnight U.S. Stay

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