King County Council discusses policy for removal of homeless encampments
Still unclear what the standards will be, who will enforce it, and how jurisdictions will interact.
News
Study suggests that the top 10 percent of gasoline-using drivers consume one-third of all the gas
Researchers believe converting “gasoline superusers” is an important factor in meeting climate goals
Former Seattle Seahawks player Richard Sherman charged with five misdemeanors in King County
Charges were filed following an incident at home of Sherman’s in-laws in Redmond.
Sports
Former Seattle Seahawks player Richard Sherman charged with five misdemeanors in King County
Charges were filed following an incident at home of Sherman’s in-laws in Redmond.
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Opinion
Silver lining from Washington’s brutal heat wave | Brunell
How about some good news coming out of our record-breaking (extreme) heat wave? Luckily, we live and work in the… Continue reading
Why wouldn’t you vaccinate to save loved ones? | Roegner
Many Americans continue to be hesitant to get the COVID vaccine, even though President Joe Biden has been given high… Continue reading
Northwest
Transportation Commission wants your help naming next ferry
Construction of a new, hybrid electric Olympic Class ferry is expected to start in 2022. Of course, the new, 144-car… Continue reading
Traffic alerts | July 22
All lanes of SR 99 northbound and southbound at the 1st Avenue South Bridge have been closed since 9:15 a.m.… Continue reading
Single-use plastic bag ban begins Oct. 1 in Washington
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Troopers arrest 41-year-old Seattle man for throwing debris into traffic
KCSO seeks public’s help finding perpetrator of July 18 hit-and-and-run fatality near Maple Valley
Study suggests that the top 10 percent of gasoline-using drivers consume one-third of all the gas
Life
You probably won’t die in your sleep | Senior Lifestyles
Traditional estate planning is based on notions that are out of sync with today’s realities. Is the goal of your… Continue reading
Car review: 2021 Lexus IS350 AWD F-Sport
By Larry Lark, contributor When it comes to manufacturing compact luxury sports sedans, the folks at Lexus know what they’re… Continue reading
Marketplace
Local mentorship helps both ‘Bigs’ and ‘Littles’ find joy in hard times
Online UNO, digital princess dress-up and other virtual fun in Enumclaw Plateau program’s pilot year
Stay local, shop local and be a part of the recovery
Sensational staycations start right here!
Covington small businesses with diverse owners may now apply for support from Comcast RISE
Comcast Lift Zones to help to bridge the digital divide for ‘at-risk’ students in Washington
If you have pets, it’s time to re-discover this one-stop-shop!
Business
Dave and Buster’s hiring 130 for August opening in Bellevue
Dave and Buster’s restaurant and entertainment venue opens in downtown Bellevue on Aug. 30 and is now looking to find… Continue reading
Facebook page promotes minority-owned restaurants across Puget Sound region
Miya Nazzaro used to be a member of Facebook pages that were intended for people to promote and support restaurants… Continue reading
King County fire marshals offer regulatory relief to food trucks
Former Seahawks player Cassius Marsh cashes in on trading cards
First large-scale, human composting facility in the world will open in Auburn
King County considers grocery store worker hazard pay for those in unincorporated areas
WA Democrats consider new tax on billionaires
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