WA bill would restrict when cities can clear homeless encampments

A bill that would significantly limit when cities and counties in Washington can clear homeless encampments received its ...

Key WA homeless student program could lose third of funding

As student homelessness worsens in Washington, advocates say key sources of funding could be cut or disrupted.
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Olympia may become first WA city with protections for polyamorous families

The council hopes to vote on the ordinance on Feb. 10, to coincide with Valentine’s Day the following Saturday.
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Olympia mayor says there's a plan to close the 'Jungle.' Here's what we know

Olympia Mayor Dontae Payne announced Wednesday that a plan is being developed to close a longtime homeless encampment in the city that is sometimes referred to as the "Jungle." ...

Olympia man accused of illegally disposing of human remains in Thurston County

A man in Olympia faces accusations of unlawfully disposing of human remains after a body was discovered in Thurston County.
Archaeology

Statue of Zeus at Olympia

Greece, fifth century b.c. To accommodate the sculpture, Phidias raised the height of the cella. He also installed a large rectangular pool filled with olive oil in front of the statue. Since the ...
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What’s ahead for WA education this legislative session

In another tight budget year, advocates, educators, and administrators are urging the state Legislature not to make any ...