Seattle Now

Monday Evening Headlines

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Jun 16, 2025
Cherry growers in Washington face labor shortages as deportation fears deter workers. Meanwhile, Seattle resumes glass recycling, finding new ways to repurpose materials. Tensions rise as activists protest immigration policies outside a DHS office, highlighting community concerns. Additionally, recent reforms in clemency procedures promise expedited hearings, while a local council chair reflects on the implications of the travel ban and the state's revenue from carbon auctions supporting sustainability.
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Cherry Growers' Labor Fears

  • Washington cherry growers face labor shortages due to farm workers fearing deportation threats.
  • Anxiety from viral ICE-related news keeps pickers home, risking significant crop loss.
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Seattle's Glass Recycling Solution

  • Seattle resumed glass recycling after rail connections allowed shipment to distant manufacturers.
  • Transporting heavy glass by truck had hindered recycling benefits and increased costs.
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Immigration Check-in Confrontations

  • Immigrants with last-minute ICE check-in notices faced tense confrontations and limited lawyer access.
  • Protests blocked ICE agents, leading to police using pepper spray and blast balls to clear crowds.
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