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LETTER: Homeownership is a gift that keeps on giving

Despite a recent column on the “misplaced faith” of homeownership, buying a home is a sound investment.

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  • Sep 8, 2016

Washington attorney general seeks legislation banning assault weapons

Bob Ferguson said Wednesday he’ll ask lawmakers to introduce a bill next year to prohibit the sale of semi-automatic weapons with certain military-style features.

Seahawks’ Lockett aims to improve return game

Seahawks’ Lockett aims to improve return game

Made Pro Bowl as a rookie

Seahawks’ Lockett aims to improve return game

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  • Sep 7, 2016
Invasive crab species discovered in Washington’s inland waters

Invasive crab species discovered in Washington’s inland waters

The European green crab, which can eat clams, shellfish and young salmon, has been found in Westcott Bay, San Juan Island.

Invasive crab species discovered in Washington’s inland waters
U.S. judge: Government can keep killing salmon-eating birds in Columbia basin

U.S. judge: Government can keep killing salmon-eating birds in Columbia basin

Groups say that hydroelectric dams pose the greatest threat to the fish and that it’s unnecessary to reduce the number of fish predators by shooting thousands of cormorants.

U.S. judge: Government can keep killing salmon-eating birds in Columbia basin

Secret railroad inspection data frustrates Spokane officials

Railroads’ bridge inspection reports aren’t public documents, but a federal bill gave officials the right to request public versions last year.

LETTER: Be thankful for the majesty of Olympic National Park

Thanks to workers and volunteers, we’re able to enjoy the splendor right next door to us.

LETTER: Yes, obviously Cruz is a Democratic Party plant

A recent letter to the editor blew his cover in subverting Donald Trump’s candidacy.

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  • Sep 6, 2016

State Supreme Court to hear school funding debate starting Wednesday

The hearing marks the latest development in the McCleary case — a 2012 ruling that said the Legislature has failed to fully fund education.

Washington’s Gonzaga hires Missouri educator fired over protest conduct

Melissa Click, let go after interfering with journalists and police during student protests, has been hired to a communication studies lecturer job.

Insurance agency gives $2,000 to Clallam County fire district

District plans to use donated funds to buy individual packs for Community Emergency Response Teams.

LETTER: Trump’s lies trump his ‘presidential’ facade

To those who believe in “The Donald,” I suggest shaking the sand out of your ears.

McIlroy rallies from six behind to win Deutsche Bank
McIlroy rallies from six behind to win Deutsche Bank
A four-step program for Washington State football fans

A four-step program for Washington State football fans

Dealing with another ugly opening loss

A four-step program for Washington State football fans
Seattle Mariners’ Leonys Martin is congratulated by teammates after scoring against the Texas Rangers during the sixth inning of a baseball game Monday, Sept. 5, 2016, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)

Mariners crush Rangers

Cano hits 32nd home run

Seattle Mariners’ Leonys Martin is congratulated by teammates after scoring against the Texas Rangers during the sixth inning of a baseball game Monday, Sept. 5, 2016, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)