News
King County repeals bike helmet law over evidence of racist and discriminatory enforcement
Board of Health still encourages helmet use, but citatations will no longer be issued
News
King County’s first in-person sexual assault medical advocacy services now available
Federal Way hospital partners with Rebuilding Hope! to launch program.
News
Governor: Masks can come off March 21 in most public settings
They’ll still be required in some places, but Washington is following several other states now lifting mandates.
News
Amanda Knox finds a fresh start on Vashon
Knox and Robinson bought a home on the island in 2019 just before the pandemic arrived. They’ve since…
News
Survey data shows why some WA parents are hesitant to vaccinate their children
Census Bureau survey data shows what reasons are cited, and how Washington compares to other states.
News
Ban of guns at government meetings, ballot counting advances
The prohibition would cover open and concealed carry of firearms. State House Democrats overrode Republican objections.
News
Debate continues over potential book ban in Kent schools
Some claim the LGBTQ books are inappropriate, while others argue the importance of representation.
News
Vaccine verification requirement will end March 1, officials announce
King County officials say this decision is backed by science.
News
State Superintendent recommends change of mask mandate policies in schools, claims ‘landscape’ of pandemic has changed
Meanwhile, the state’s largest public school employees’ union continues support for masks in schools.
News
Leader of theft ring sentenced to six years in federal prison
Auburn man operated storefront businesses in Kent and Renton that fronted as legitimate pawn shops.
News
Inslee: Mask mandate is going away, but not quite yet
Governor said he’ll say exactly when next week. Meanwhile, a pause on elective surgeries will end Feb. 17.
News
5 things Democrats didn’t say about their $17B transpo plan
Democrats’ transportation package in the Washington state Legislature, as of Feb. 9, spends lots of money. It also…
News
Kent School District librarian is ready to defend LGBTQ books ‘even more now’
A few books curated by librarian are under review by district for “sexually explicit content.”
News
State bill would help high school students pay for college courses
A new bill introduced in the Washington state Legislature is looking to eliminate course fees for high school…
News
Attorney General files lawsuit against COVID testing company
Center for COVID Control operated testing sites in King County.
News
After a record-breaking 2020, gun violence continues to increase in King County
King County Prosecuting Attorney believes pandemic gun violence is part of a national trend.
News
Man dies at Kent COVID-19 isolation and quarantine facility
Found dead in room at former hotel during routine medical staff check
News
King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office testifies on behalf of catalytic converter theft bill, suggests additional measures
KCPAO representative emphasized the importance of addressing the demand for the stolen car parts.
News
American Rescue Plan Act funding approved for broadband investments in WA schools
U.S. Sen. Patty Murray pushed for the funding, which will benefit several King County school districts.
News
State offers free at-home COVID-19 tests
You can order the tests through the state’s new online portal.