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Collision caused nearly-5 hour back-up on westbound SR-18
The driver of a white box truck has been charged after causing a collision with a semi-truck near…
Opinion
Cash for empty bottles would make sense in Washington | Brunell
When Oregon enacted the nation’s first bottle bill in 1971, it was intended to reduce litter on the…
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3 kayakers rescued from Green River Gorge
Puget Sound Fire released a statement after the late evening rescue that lakes and rivers are still extremely…
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King County property values down substantially | King County Assessor
The valuation process is still underway, but expect the market to be cooler than last year.
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Stage 1 Burn Ban effective throughout King County
Beginning June 1, residents are prohibited from burning yard debris or for land debris.
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State Patrol seeks witnesses to drive-by shooting on SR 18
Passenger of a dark-colored sedan shot at the driver of a white Ford F-150 late Wednesday night at…
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WSP warning against scam calls
“Spoofers” are faking caller IDs to trick people into giving out personal information
Opinion
Agriculture is the backbone of state’s economy | Brunell
Some would argue that spring is the most wonderful time of the year in Washington. Throughout our state…
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King County libraries planning to expand hours | KCLS
Many local libraries will start offering expanded hours in late May.
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King County libraries to get rid of late fees starting May 9
KCLS says late fines generate little revenue, with fines making up less than 1% of KCLS’ budget.
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Key To Change string studio offers music lessons, opportunities in south King County
Based in Renton, this nonprofit for young violin and viola players will host its annual Solo String Festival…
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King County Crisis Care Levy passing in first election results
If passed, the property tax levy will help fund behavioral health infrastructure in the region.
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Washington’s COVID-19 exposure notification app to end May 11
Washington’s COVID-19 exposure notification app is scheduled to conclude May 11 in tandem with the end of the…
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Police poised to regain ability to undertake more pursuits
A bill partially unwinding a 2021 policing reform clears the Legislature. It is headed to Gov. Jay Inslee…
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WA Senate OKs assault weapons ban, longer wait on gun sales
Bills outlawing many semiautomatic weapons and adding restrictions on gun purchases are now on course to becoming law.
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With access to abortion pill threatened, state buys 30K doses
Gov. Inslee says it gives Washington a three-year supply. The purchase comes as a federal judge may order…