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    Articles by Melissa Hellmann
    Photo by Melissa Hellmann                                 Christy X lives in a tent inside her apartment because she says that pests make the unit uninhabitable.
    Does Mary’s Place Work With Known Slum Landlords?
    By Melissa Hellmann • February 26, 2019 5:00 pm

    A Coniston Arms tenant says she was recommended to live in uninhabitable conditions.

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    Despite Supreme Court Ruling, Activists Fight Youth Incarceration
    Despite Supreme Court Ruling, Activists Fight Youth Incarceration
    By Melissa Hellmann • February 19, 2019 4:25 pm

    No New Youth Jail Coalition members send Valentines to King County officials asking them to reconsider funding priorities

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    Children’s play area at Seadrunar. Photo by Lauren Davis via Facebook
    The Seedy Side of Seadrunar
    By Melissa Hellmann • February 13, 2019 1:30 am

    Public records reveal that Seattle drug rehab center was accused of neglecting children and clients in its care.

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    Legislation Targets Missing And Murdered Indigenous Women Epidemic
    Legislation Targets Missing And Murdered Indigenous Women Epidemic
    By Melissa Hellmann • February 7, 2019 4:40 pm

    Savanna’s Act co-sponsored by U.S. Sen. Maria Cantwell (D-WA); Seattle and Washington rank among highest in nation

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    Rainier Beach High School. Architectsea/Wikipedia Commons
    Rainier Beach High School Students’ Wish May Finally...
    By Melissa Hellmann • February 5, 2019 5:00 pm

    Students and Parents have lobbied for the renovation of Rainier Beach High School for years. The BEX V levy could be the answer.

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    Staff Sgt. Katie Schmid is unsure how President Trump’s transgender military ban will affect her. Photo courtesy of Katie Schmid
    Impact of Transgender Military Ban Unknown for Local...
    By Melissa Hellmann • January 30, 2019 10:20 am

    A week after the Supreme Court ruling, active-duty service members remain uncertain about their future.

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    Seattle Public Schools Superintendent Denise Juneau speaks about the 2019 education levies at a Jan. 24 press conference at Northgate Elementary School. Photo by Melissa Hellmann
    Seattle Public Schools Face High-Stakes Election
    By Melissa Hellmann • January 29, 2019 4:30 pm

    On Feb. 12, voters will decide on two levies that fund staff, special education

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    Iosia Faletogo was fatally shot by police on Dec. 31, 2018. Photo via Facebook
    Local Samoan Community Reacts to Fatal Police Shooting
    By Melissa Hellmann • January 22, 2019 4:30 pm

    Following the death of Iosia Faletogo, community leaders brainstorm creation of cultural home.

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    Seattle Public Schools superintendent finalist Denise Juneau served two terms as Montana Superintendent of Public Instruction. Photo by Melissa Hellmann
    Parents and Students Weigh In on School District’s...
    By Melissa Hellmann • January 22, 2019 1:30 am

    The draft proposal lists Seattle Public Schools’ priorities for the next three to five years.

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    Seattle Set to Propose Eviction Reform
    Seattle Set to Propose Eviction Reform
    By Melissa Hellmann • January 16, 2019 1:30 am

    A forthcoming resolution follows the recommendations from a 2018 report.

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    Members of the Tlingit and Haida Washington Chapter held a meeting between the Washington State Patrol and urban indigenous organizations on December 21, 2018 at Seattle’s Daybreak Star Indian Cultural Center. Photo by Melissa Hellmann
    Urban Indigenous Communities Push for Action to Address...
    By Melissa Hellmann • January 9, 2019 9:30 am

    A new law seeks to strength data collection on missing and murdered indigenous women.

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    Franklin High School. Photo by Joe Wolf/Flickr
    Substance Use Policy Revision Keeps Kids in Seattle...
    By Melissa Hellmann • January 1, 2019 1:30 am

    Counseling and an individualized plans for students caught using drugs and alcohol has led to a decrease in suspensions at Seattle Public Schools.

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    VashonBePrepared President Vicky de Monterey Richoux keeps several bins with supplies in the back of her car. Photo by Melissa Hellmann
    Vashon Island Seen as National Model for Disaster...
    By Melissa Hellmann • December 26, 2018 1:00 pm

    The small island community relies on local volunteers and individual awareness to prepare for a major earthquake.

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    Puget Sound Prepares For The Big One
    Puget Sound Prepares For The Big One
    By Melissa Hellmann • December 19, 2018 1:30 am

    Three years after an alarming report made national headlines, locals are quietly preparing for disaster.

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    Mary Lynn Pannen, founder and CEO of Sound Options, has consulted thousands of Washington families on geriatric care for 30 years. Photo courtesy of Sound Options
    Seattle Takes on Elder Abuse as Reported Cases...
    By Melissa Hellmann • December 12, 2018 1:30 am

    Local agencies and geriatric care managers aim to increase public awareness about the epidemic.

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    The Ride2 transit app will offer on-demand rides to and from West Seattle starting on Dec. 17. Courtesy of King County Metro
    Climate Action Coalition Urges City to Respond to...
    By Melissa Hellmann • December 11, 2018 4:00 pm

    MASS asks the city to prioritize reducing traffic and increasing pedestrian safety ahead of the Alaskan Way Viaduct’s closure.

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    Andrea Bernard, Allycea Weil, and Phoenix Johnson (left to right) are Licton Springs K-8 parents who want their kids to stay in the Native-centered program. Photo by Melissa Hellmann
    Licton Springs K-8 Parents Dismayed by Potential School...
    By Melissa Hellmann • December 5, 2018 1:30 am

    The PTO says children have benefited from the Native-centered program, and that transferring the pupils would disrupt their progress.

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    Seattle Municipal Court’s warrant outreach event on Nov. 30, 2017. Photo by Melissa Hellmann
    Seattle Takes Steps to Quash Warrants
    By Melissa Hellmann • December 5, 2018 1:30 am

    City Attorney attempts to address inequities in criminal justice system and enhance public safety.

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    Mustafa Getahun and other Washington Federation of State Employees laundry workers picket University of Washington Medicine at Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery on May 17, 2018. Photo courtesy of the Washington Federation of State Employees
    University of Washington Laundry Workers Feel Hung Out...
    By Melissa Hellmann • November 28, 2018 1:30 am

    The Rainier Valley facility’s imminent closure leaves over 100 people looking for new jobs.

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    Danni Askini’s Swedish asylum seeker card. Courtesy of Danni Askini
    Danni Askini Seeks Asylum in Sweden
    By Melissa Hellmann • November 22, 2018 3:00 pm

    The transgender activist says she feels erased.

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    Rhino riggers protest outside of the Jay-Z and Beyonce show outside of Seattle’s CenturyLink Field on Oct. 4, 2018. Photo courtesy of IATSE
    The Backstage Blues: Riggers Complain of Unfair Labor...
    By Melissa Hellmann • November 14, 2018 1:30 am

    Theatrical stage employees come for the music and stay for the thrill. But at what price?

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    The Seattle City Council voted in favor of the police union’s contract. Photo by Melissa Hellmann
    City Council Approves Controversial Police Contract
    By Melissa Hellmann • November 13, 2018 5:30 pm

    Despite strong opposition, the majority of councilmembers ratified the agreement.

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    Seattle police car. Photo by Dmitri Fedortchenko, Flickr Creative Commons.
    Community Groups and Seattle Police Chief Weigh in...
    By Melissa Hellmann • November 13, 2018 1:30 am

    Seven of nine councilmembers will need to pass the agreement to ratify it. What will they decide?

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