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Blue states set to trigger fresh minimum wage hikes with pay floors more than double federal rate

October 6, 2026

Blue states set to trigger fresh minimum wage hikes with pay floors more than double federal rate

Deep-blue Washington pushes its nation-leading minimum wage to $17.73 as Seattle hits $22.14, sparking debate over labor costs and job losses.

Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson's socialist agenda stalls amid homelessness and public safety concerns

October 5, 2026

Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson's socialist agenda stalls amid homelessness and public safety concerns

Katie Wilson's socialist agenda faces reality as Seattle's mayor backs more police funding and reverses her stance on surveillance cameras amid public safety concerns.

Liberal stronghold set to adopt eye-popping minimum wage amid business exodus

September 30, 2026

Liberal stronghold set to adopt eye-popping minimum wage amid business exodus

Seattle's minimum wage is set to hit $22.14 in 2027 as 450 restaurants closed in early 2025, and job postings dropped 35% since February 2020.

Obama-appointed judge clears way for White employee to challenge Seattle's DEI policies

September 30, 2026

Obama-appointed judge clears way for White employee to challenge Seattle's DEI policies

Joshua Diemert's racial hostile work environment lawsuit against Seattle's DEI programs heads to trial after a unanimous appeals court ruling.

Parents accuse Oregon hospital of making them drive dead baby home to Seattle: lawsuit

September 24, 2026

Parents accuse Oregon hospital of making them drive dead baby home to Seattle: lawsuit

A Seattle couple's $10 million lawsuit alleges Salem Health staff pressured them to transport their deceased baby's body home in their personal vehicle.

Socialist mayor’s new answer to rampant retail crime ignites fury: ‘Bandage on a bullet wound’

September 23, 2026

Socialist mayor’s new answer to rampant retail crime ignites fury: ‘Bandage on a bullet wound’

Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson's $1.7 million grocery store security plan draws fierce criticism from those demanding the city arrest and prosecute criminals.

WATCH: Gaffe-prone Seattle socialist mayor cuts off police chief in yet another awkward interview

September 17, 2026

WATCH: Gaffe-prone Seattle socialist mayor cuts off police chief in yet another awkward interview

Seattle Assistant Police Chief Nicole Powell's uncomfortable reaction when asked about Flock cameras alongside Mayor Katie Wilson went viral online.

Small-business owner urges Seattle leaders to act now on public drug use and slow emergency response

September 15, 2026

Small-business owner urges Seattle leaders to act now on public drug use and slow emergency response

Store owner Matt Humphrey said he called 911 for open-air drug use near his shop and never saw police, as Seattle business leaders demand a public safety plan.

New video shows what led up to Patriots fan fighting multiple Seahawks fans at NFL opener

September 11, 2026

New video shows what led up to Patriots fan fighting multiple Seahawks fans at NFL opener

A massive brawl erupted at Lumen Field after a Patriots fan allegedly refused to move from wrong seats, leading to a multi-person fight Wednesday.

NFL's Week 1 9/11 tribute begins in Seattle with wild guitar solo during national anthem

September 9, 2026

NFL's Week 1 9/11 tribute begins in Seattle with wild guitar solo during national anthem

The Seattle Seahawks honored 9/11's 25th anniversary with a moment of silence before Pearl Jam's Mike McCready delivered a grunge-style anthem.