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Ballard light rail could be revived for $10 billion, Sound Transit says
Sound Transit faces a $10 billion shortfall to deliver light rail to Ballard by 2042, requiring significant federal funding, cost-cutting measures, and strategic financial planning to ensure project…
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10mPakistan's factory workers swelter in extreme heat as global brands fail on safety pledges
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12mTrump pushes to evict the press from the White House
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6m'Millionaires tax' repeal would threaten childcare subsidies, governor warns
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3mAlaska Air posts $147M quarterly loss as high fuel prices take toll
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5 American bike rides you'll really love. Readers told us so.
Discover five spectacular car-free bike trails across the U.S. perfect for a scenic fall ride, offering breathtaking foliage, historic rail tunnels, urban lake views, and coastal beauty.