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A recent Pew Research Center study reveals that nearly half of American teenagers are online 'constantly,' raising concerns about social media's impact on mental health. YouTube remains the top platform, with 90% usage among teens.
The Supreme Court has launched an online lottery system to allow individuals to skip long lines for court sessions, starting in late February 2024. This initiative enables the public to secure up to four tickets for each session, making attendance at high-profile cases more accessible.
The White House has announced its first national strategy to combat Islamophobia, detailing over 100 actionable steps to address hate and discrimination against Muslims and Arab Americans, reflecting a growing concern over threats to these communities.
Greg Spotts, the outgoing head of the Seattle Department of Transportation, faced a mixed tenure marked by significant achievements and challenges. While he successfully pushed a $1.45 billion transportation levy to voter approval, issues such as construction errors in the RapidRide G project and pedestrian safety concerns remained prominent during his leadership. Spotts is stepping down to prioritize family, leaving behind a city grappling with traffic safety and infrastructure improvements.
President Joe Biden granted pardons to three Washington residents, including Seattle's Terence Anthony Jackson, as part of a historic clemency act involving 39 individuals. This represents the largest single-day clemency decision in modern U.S. history, focusing on justice and rehabilitation in the criminal justice system.
SpaceX is proposing to incorporate its Starbase site in Texas into a new city to support the growing workforce for its Starship rocket development, as outlined in a recent letter to local officials. This proposal reflects significant local interest and potential implications for the region.
The Seattle Mariners will welcome the Inland Empire 66ers as their new Single-A affiliate in the California League starting in 2026, following the relocation of the Modesto Nuts. This change marks a reunion for the Mariners with San Bernardino, where they had previous affiliations in the late 20th century.
A Hawaiian Airlines flight from Phoenix to Honolulu on December 18, 2022, encountered severe turbulence after the crew chose to fly over a storm cell, leading to injuries among passengers and crew. The National Transportation Safety Board's report indicates that forecasts warned of unstable atmospheric conditions, highlighting the need for strict adherence to safety protocols in aviation.
Seattle and King County have been fined a total of $117,000 for sewer overflow violations, as reported by the Washington State Department of Ecology and the EPA. These violations raise concerns about public health and environmental safety due to untreated sewage discharges.
The U.S. Department of Energy has announced $365 million in funding for solar and battery storage systems in Puerto Rico, focusing on homes and healthcare centers to combat ongoing power outages worsened by Hurricane Maria.