News
Data released on fireworks-related injuries in Washington
Last year fireworks caused $122,000 in damage.
News
Mysterious in-home deaths of father, two daughters ruled as starvation
Written materials about fasting were found in the home; the father’s death called a suicide.
News
Dr. Faisal Khan appointed as next King County health director
Dennis Worsham will continue to serve as interim director until September 6.
News
Renton spa employee accused of trying to coerce woman into prostitution, posing nude
Quyen T. Nguyen, 39, has been accused of attempted promotion of prostitution in the first degree and unlawful…
News
King County experts discuss extreme heat mitigation plan
The plan includes improving infrastructure and communications to prevent future disasters.
News
Public art call for South King County transit corridor
Deadline is July 13 for artists to apply to have their work in new RapidRide expansion.
News
King County Prosecuting Attorney vows to protect reproductive freedom
Dan Satterberg joins over 80 prosecutors from around the country in their pledge.
News
JUDGED BY XII: Examining Auburn police officer’s grim tattoos
Episode 5 in special podcast series that explores Jeffrey Nelson’s role in the death of Jesse Sarey.
News
King County approves emergency grant after U.S. Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade
Washington is expecting an influx of people seeking abortions from out of state.
News
Heatwave expected to hit King County
Temperatures will likely reach 90 degrees Fahrenheit on Sunday, June 26, and Monday, June 27.
News
Officials urge caution when swimming this summer
Cold spring temperatures and larger than normal snowpack have created dangerous conditions
News
Fireworks ban takes effect this year in unincorporated King County
The new law does not extend to cities, which each have their own regulations around fireworks.
News
Large-capacity ammo magazine sales ban starts soon in Washington
Starting July 1, a 10-round capacity becomes the limit for sales. Meanwhile, “there is a rush on magazine…
News
King County Local Dive: Nazi logos earn big settlement; school shooter thwarted; teacher faces rape charge
A new podcast for King County residents
News
All that the tides reveal: Puget Sound’s hidden intertidal world
Exploring King County beaches during the lowest tide in the last 13 years.
News
Full closure of I-405 set for Father’s Day weekend in Bellevue
Signs with detour routes will be available; closure will take place from June 17-20 to demolish Main Street…
News
Auditor’s report finds racial disparities in King County Sheriff’s Office performance
BIPOC individuals are arrested and subjected to police use of force disproportionately, report finds
News
Kentwood High teacher charged with raping a student
JROTC instructor allegedly sexually assaulted 15-year-old girl in portable classroom
News
Misconduct in the sheriff’s office; ACLU gets involved in book ban | King County Local Dive
A new podcast for King County residents
News
Report examines King County Sheriff’s Office misconduct investigations
Ninety-one employees had multiple allegations of misconduct made against them in 2021.