WA’s ban on assault weapon sales survives another challenge
A judge last month once again upheld Washington’s 2023 law banning the sale of certain semiautomatic firearms classified as assault...
Pickleball gets its own Washington license plate
Washington served up a new license plate Nov. 19, honoring the state sport of pickleball.
King County shots fired incidents drop dramatically in 2025
Third-quarter report shows homicides by firearm down 48% from high of 31 in 2021 to 16 so far this year
Girmay Zahilay, 38, sworn in as King County executive
Becomes the youngest person ever to hold the office, first immigrant, first refugee and the first millennial
Muckleshoot Tribe hosts national MMIP coordinator gathering
MMIP refers to “Missing and Murdered Indigenous People,” an ongoing international crisis that has inspired tribal leaders from 13 states to come together on the Muckleshoot reservation.
BECU to merge with smaller California-based credit union
When completed, company will have 1.74 million members and assets of $33 billion
Woman sentenced for $200K shoplifting spree in King County
She received a mental health sentencing alternative.
King County Prosecutor implements 30-day case filing policy
Following an average of 100 days for case-filing decisions during the COVID-19 pandemic, the prosecutor’s office must now make decisions quicker.
No Kings rallies set for Oct. 18
Here’s a list of locations in King County.
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Law enforcement seizes over 50,000 carfentanil pills bound for Puget...
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SR 18 will see weekend lane closures this month in...
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Audit finds potential fraud in King County social services department
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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
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Light rail passenger service to Kent, Federal Way starts Dec....
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Prosecutor’s office: Retail crime cases increasing since 2021
Suarez delivers Mariners salvation with eighth inning slam
Seattle is one game away from the World Series as the ALCS heads back to Toronto.
ALCS: Scherzer and Giménez take down Mariners in Game 4
After leading 2-0 heading home to T-Mobile Park, the Mariners and Blue Jays are level.
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Jays came to play: Toronto blows out Mariners
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Stayin’ Alive: Seattle advances to the ALCS after 15 inning...
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Heroics from Jorge Polanco and Julio Rodriguez lead M’s past...
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Mariners’ offense falls flat in extras as they lose ALDS...
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Seattle Mariners host public scrimmage ahead of postseason
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Seattle Seahawks chemistry looks to provide additional edge in 2025
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Let’s get serious about solving WA’s energy challenges | Commentary
For residents of the Pacific Northwest, January 2024 might be memorable because of the winter storm that brought ice and…
King County Parks Levy is a critical investment in WA’s...
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Civics Bee highlights the leaders of a bright future |...
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Without an independent judiciary, our rights are compromised | Guest...
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Jury service is the cornerstone of democratic participation | Guest...
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LA’s wildfires must spark change in our neck of the...
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Thoughts on Memorial Day and the ultimate sacrifice | Brunell
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Legislature back in session next week | Cartoon
Flood alert: Free sandbags available for county residents
As part of the Be Flood Ready campaign, all King County residents are eligible for free sandbag materials to help protect from floods.
Northwest Battle Buddies help veterans with PTSD
Shannon Walker was a professional dog trainer for years when a veteran named Kevin W. came to her wanting his…
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King County courthouse dog retires after 10 years of service
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WA directs state dollars to food banks as SNAP funding...
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Overall gun violence down, but doubling among youth in King...
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King County Elections mails ballots for Nov. 4 general election
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Man accused of vandalizing WA Capitol undergoes mental health evaluation
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Hammer-wielding vandal damages WA Capitol in late-night break-in
