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Starbucks Layoffs: Starbucks says it’s cutting another 252 Seattle support-center jobs, including vice presidents and senior managers, with separations starting July 17 and finishing by Feb. 1, 2027—on top of earlier WARN notices. Courts & Politics: Washington’s newest Supreme Court justice, Theo Angelis, was sworn in Monday as GOP leaders warn this year’s high-court elections could decide major cases tied to the state’s new income tax and other big policy fights. Environment & Health: The Center for Food Safety says it intends to sue a Washington shellfish hatchery over alleged Clean Water Act permit violations tied to heated wastewater discharge. Local Accountability: Future 42 released a Clark County legislative scorecard grading key lawmakers on votes affecting taxes, public safety, housing, and the cost of living. Sports & Culture: Seahawks 2026 odds have Seattle favored in nearly every game, while the Smashing Pumpkins announced a “Rats in a Cage” tour celebrating “Mellon Collie” at 30.

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Opinion: Washington state pioneered efficient highway repair methods once — and can do so again

Opinion: Washington state pioneered efficient highway repair methods once — and can do so again

Starbucks laying off more than 250 corporate employees this summer, including VPs, senior managers

Starbucks laying off more than 250 corporate employees this summer, including VPs, senior managers

Starbucks layoffs prompt renewed concern about Seattle business climate

Starbucks layoffs prompt renewed concern about Seattle business climate

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Rantz: Seattle spends $465,000 a year on 'smart toilets' because the drug crisis it won't fix keeps wrecking the cheap ones


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