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A new law requires the state superintendent to study limiting cellphones in schools, but advocates worry that without a statewide ban Washington will get left behind.
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Hailey Hoffman/Cascadia Daily NewsEfforts to hammer out “agritourism” rules in the county stretch back several years, and debate has been heated. Skagit County residents have until April 15 to weigh in. -
Mitch Borden/KNKXThe Department of Housing Task Force will use feedback from the survey to help shape a report to the governor and Legislature.
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Parker Miles Blohm/KNKXThis Jazz Appreciation Month, KNKX will spotlight centennial jazz figures like Miles Davis and John Coltrane and stories from regional artists. -
Parker Miles Blohm/KNKXWith a name that serendipitously matches her career, vocalist Jazzmeia Horn feels she's living out her destiny, weaving together melody and emotion onstage.
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Lawmakers took this year to close polluter loopholes in the state’s climate laws and advance a major bill to upgrade and expand the electrical grid. -
This year has already been one of the state’s warmest on record. Forecasters predict heat and drought will continue. -
Demonstrations are planned in Seattle, Portland, Vancouver, Eugene and several other locations across the region.
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Jordan TanSinger-songwriter Sunny War skyrocketed from street performer to national sensation, weaving a unique sound that blends blues and Americana with intricate guitar work. -
Ballard Brass, a lively student brass band from Ballard High School, strutted their stuff in the KNKX studios with four rousing, joyful tunes.
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