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Early data suggests program can reduce recidivism in King County
Restorative Community Pathways for youth offenders contrasts with traditional prosecution.
Henry Stewart-Wood
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Wildfire smoke and high-risk fire conditions likely over the weekend
Low humidity, gusty winds and high temperatures mean if a fire starts, it will spread rapidly.
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State superintendent announces proposal for free school meals
Proposal asks WA Legislature to allocate $86 million annually.
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Monkeypox cases in Washington are doubling nearly every week
Health officials suggest taking precautions to avoid getting infected with the virus.
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South King County agency open applications for affordable housing funding
$1.5 million will be available for applicants in 2022
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County road crews clean trash from Green River Road
The problem of illegal dumping has gotten worse recently, officials say.
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Data released on fireworks-related injuries in Washington
Last year fireworks caused $122,000 in damage.
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King County experts discuss extreme heat mitigation plan
The plan includes improving infrastructure and communications to prevent future disasters.
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Heatwave expected to hit King County
Temperatures will likely reach 90 degrees Fahrenheit on Sunday, June 26, and Monday, June 27.
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Officials urge caution when swimming this summer
Cold spring temperatures and larger than normal snowpack have created dangerous conditions
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King County’s unemployment rate at all-time low
The Employment Security Department recorded an unemployment rate of 1.9% in the county.
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State health department approves Pfizer booster for kids ages 5-11
The move comes as COVID-19 cases are increasing in King County
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Public health officials confirm case of monkeypox in King County
Health officials say the positive case does not pose a significant risk to public health
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Use your King County library card to explore the outdoors
KCLS cardholders can check out a Discover Pass for two weeks to explore public lands.
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King County identifies first presumptive monkeypox case
The illness is not as easily transmitted compared to COVID-19, according to health officer.
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Auburn police shoot dog, and owner claims it wasn’t justified
See videos of attack as well as bodycam footage of officer firing at dog.
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Dozens of King County Sheriff’s Office employees left jobs instead of getting vaccinated
This added on to the existing number of vacancies in the department.
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COVID levels rise to ‘medium’ transmission risk in King County
No new restrictions, recommendations or regulations were suggested by health officer Jeff Duchin
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Juvenile division prosecutor defends Restorative Community Pathways
Controversial King County program diverts young offenders from incarceration for certain crimes.
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Auburn man killed in car crash on I-5
The man was driving at a high speed when the crash occured.