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Airline Disruption: A Delta flight headed for Shanghai was forced to divert to Seattle after a disruptive passenger, leaving 271 travelers to spend the night locally before boarding a replacement flight. Higher-Ed Rights Fight: UW removed an “all-gender” restroom page after a complaint alleging the university is violating Title IX by limiting access to single-sex intimate spaces. Local Power & Water: Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson signed a deal shaping the future of the Skagit River Hydroelectric Project, folding the framework into the utility’s federal relicensing process. Workplace Shakeups: Starbucks says it will cut 300 corporate jobs and close some U.S. offices as part of its turnaround. Public Costs: Washington’s Discover Pass is getting more expensive, with an added $15 to fund park maintenance. Public Health: State health officials are investigating two hantavirus cases, including exposures tied to a cruise. Sports/Entertainment: Smashing Pumpkins announced the fall “Rats in a Cage” tour celebrating “Mellon Collie” at 30.

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'Hold my beer': Byron Donalds says Washington State has out-crazied California and Illinois

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Election officials prepare for possible midterm election interference

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GOP targets millionaire tax via state High Court elections; ‘extraordinary year,’ chair says


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