2026-06-09

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Washington Governor Bob Ferguson is pushing for state legislation that would enact a “bell to bell” ban on cellphones in public school classrooms. The proposal, intended to improve student mental health and academic focus, would take effect in the 2027-2028 school year if approved by the state Legislature.

2026-06-12

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A massive three-alarm fire destroyed a commercial warehouse in the Ballard and Fremont border area Thursday evening, sending a thick plume of smoke over the surrounding neighborhoods. Over 100 Seattle Fire Department personnel responded to the blaze near NW 42nd Street and Leary Way NW, taking defensive positions to prevent flames from spreading to nearby buildings while urging residents to stay indoors and close their windows.