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King County fingerprint ID levy is passing at the polls

Election results: The levy would authorize an additional property tax for seven years, beginning in 2026.

By Drew Dotson • April 22, 2025 10:00 pm


6-cent gas tax hike central to new transportation deal in...

The tax would also rise in the future to account for inflation

By Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard • April 23, 2025 12:40 pm
Fifth case of measles in state identified in a King...

Traveled through Sea-Tac Airport and visited Seattle Children’s Hospital

By Public Health – Seattle & King County • April 22, 2025 5:30 pm
Potential exposure to measles from traveler at Sea-Tac Airport, hotel

Canadian resident traveled April 6-7 through airport; stayed at Tukwila hotel

By Steve Hunter • April 18, 2025 11:15 am
Democrats in Washington Legislature reveal sweeping new tax plan

It cobbles together a range of hikes, including on businesses, capital gains and property

By Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard • April 16, 2025 11:30 am
Permit requirement for gun purchases clears state Senate

The Legislature has never come closer to implementing the policy, which about 12 other states have in place.

By Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard • April 16, 2025 11:15 am
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Grants available to boost small businesses in Covington

Comcast RISE packages offer help with technology, creative production, media and a $5,000 grant 

By Andy Colley, for Comcast NBCUniversal • April 17, 2025 1:30 am

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April 17, 2025 1:30 am
The Snohomish County Senior Resource Expo will feature over 50 exhibitors as well as guest speaker, retired Navy Captain and former Commanding Officer Kim Buike.
The Snohomish County Senior Resource Expo will feature over 50 exhibitors as well as guest speaker, retired Navy Captain and former Commanding Officer Kim Buike. Sponsored
March 3, 2025 6:00 am
Ashley D. Lesley, MHP, LMFT, Enumclaw’s new clinic manager, waits to greet clients at the ‘Welcome Back Week’ event. Photos courtesy of Valley Cities. Sponsored
January 27, 2025 6:00 am
LA’s wildfires must spark change in our neck of the...

The hurricane-force winds fueling fast-moving Southern California wildfires have exasperated firefighters in western states for over a century. They quickly…

January 30, 2025 2:15 pm
Thoughts on Memorial Day and the ultimate sacrifice | Brunell

On Memorial Day, we traditionally honor Americans in our military who gave their lives in battle for our country. It…

May 27, 2024 2:15 pm