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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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Election officials prepare for federal interference

Mayor Wilson signs deal for Skagit dams

Mayor Wilson signs deal for Skagit dams

Washington State investigates hantavirus exposures linked to cruise, separate local case in Chelan County

Washington State investigates hantavirus exposures linked to cruise, separate local case in Chelan County

Washington State Park's 'Discover Pass' increases annual price

Washington State Park's 'Discover Pass' increases annual price

Flathead County Elections Administrator thrives on attention to detail

Flathead County Elections Administrator thrives on attention to detail

Vibrant scenes from Spirit of Africa festival at Seattle Center

Vibrant scenes from Spirit of Africa festival at Seattle Center

Shanghai-bound Delta flight forced to divert to Seattle over disruptive passenger — stranding travelers overnight

Shanghai-bound Delta flight forced to divert to Seattle over disruptive passenger — stranding travelers overnight


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