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Obama Center's opening draws former presidents, music legends and A-list celebrities
Former President Barack Obama, joined by three former presidents and world leaders, celebrated the star-studded opening of his $850 million presidential museum and center on Chicago's South Side.
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Supreme Court sides with a Texas man who says it's not a crime for marijuana users to have guns
The Supreme Court unanimously ruled against a broad federal ban on gun ownership for marijuana users, limiting the government's power to disarm individuals not deemed specifically dangerous.
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Trump administration backs off plan to end ocean monitoring
The Trump administration reversed plans to dismantle a $368 million ocean monitoring network after bipartisan backlash and Senate action to protect critical climate and weather data collection infrastructure.
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New Sea-Tac concourse restaurants: WA's second Chili's leads buffet
Chili’s returns to Western Washington at Sea-Tac’s newly expanded C concourse, joining local favorites like Great State Burger and Olympia Coffee just in time for the World Cup rush.
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Alaska Airlines names new president
Shane Tackett promoted to President of Alaska Airlines, combining financial and commercial leadership to navigate economic challenges and rising fuel costs amidst recent profit declines.
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Hilton union workers in Pioneer Square strike during FIFA World Cup
Unionized hospitality workers at Seattle's Embassy Suites are striking for better wages and staffing during the FIFA World Cup, aiming to disrupt hotel operations until their contract demands are met.