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Top Seattle news: Medalist leads pro women's hockey bid; Abel Pacheco Jr. appointed to City Council

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Published on April 23, 2019
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Inmate drop-off in Seattle will change after complaints to Yakima County jail

After video showed inmates from a Yakima County jail being dropped off near a homeless camp in Seattle, officials have adjusted their plans moving forward.

Read the full story on KING5.

Olympic medalist helps spearhead campaign to bring pro women's hockey to Seattle

The NWHL believes the Emerald City is the next in line for a franchise.

Read the full story on KING5.

Abel Pacheco Jr. appointed to Seattle City Council

Abel Pacheco Jr. will fill the District 4 seat on Seattle City Council until November.

Read the full story on KING5.

Even after sinking of Seattle-based Destination, Coast Guard slow-walks training for fishing boat skippers

The Coast Guard investigation into the 2017 sinking of the Destination put a fresh spotlight on the need for training, noting that unsafe loading put the boat at risk for capsizing.

Read the full story on The Seattle Times.

Seattle mayor withdraws pick to lead homelessness response, citing council inaction

They mayor accused council members of dragging their feet to fill one of the city's most high-profile administrative positions, singling out Councilmember Kshama Sawant, who declined to advance the nomination through her committee.

Read the full story on The Seattle Times.


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