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WA to invest $200 million to address disparities created by “war on drugs”
Dept. of Commerce to establish 17 different grant programs to invest in communities impacted.
Northwest
Should voters use unofficial ballot drop boxes?
King County does not recommend utilizing third-parties when it comes to ballots and elections.
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King County Sexual Assault Resource Center hires new CEO
“Every year, KCSARC supports 5,000 survivors and their families, helping them find their own resilience to recover, and…
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Grants from Dept. of Justice help fund body cameras for KC Sheriff’s Office
Auburn police received $38,323 in funding for the department’s fireworks emphasis patrols.
Northwest
Off-duty pilot charged after psychedelic mushroom-induced ‘breakdown’
Federal charges detail how Joseph Emerson, 44, tried to shut down the engines of a plane bound for…
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Driver dies in accident while fleeing from police
Authorities say the driver ran a red light while escaping police and struck another vehicle.
Northwest
Police nab carjacking suspect | King County Crime Dive
In this episode, we take a closer look at how Kent police arrested a carjacking suspect and a…
Sports
Entering the home stretch of fall sports | Around the Sound Sports podcast
As we inch closer to the end of the fall season, every game, meet and match grow in…
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KC Councilman accuses OLEO director of “defending” Hamas attack
OLEO director calls the controversy “ridiculousness,” following a call for his resignation.
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King County Sheriff’s Office deputy faces assault charge
A King County Sheriff’s Office deputy faces a misdemeanor assault charge after King County prosecutors say he intentionally…
Sports
Soccer, volleyball and football rivalries | Around the Sound Sports podcast
In this episode we look at the Kentwood vs. Kentridge soccer rivalry, which resulted in a draw. We…
Northwest
Prolific burglar arrested again | King County Crime Dive
In this episode, we take a closer look at how Renton police arrested serial burglary suspect Feleti Wight…
News
Fewer students enroll at state’s public colleges, study says
Enrollment has picked up since the pandemic, but the lag threatens the state’s quest for education equity.
Sports
Auburn Riverside has great week, TJ tennis guarantees league split | Around the Sound Sports podcast
In this episode, lots of tightly contested teams went at it from the Week of Oct. 2-6. Lindbergh…
Northwest
Washington minimum wage to top $16 an hour next year
Meanwhile, some salaried workers and rideshare drivers could see their earnings rise from other state-required adjustments.
Sports
Volleyball, soccer, tennis, football and more prep sports action | Around the Sound Sports
Sports reporter Ben Ray chats with coaches and players on recent high school matchups in South King County.
News
Dept. of Health launches dashboard to track overdose death data
DOH aims to help communities better understand overdose deaths, make informed prevention decisions
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Dept. of Commerce awards $35.4 million for solar power projects across the state
Projects across King County were awarded millions in collective funding.
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King County Library System receives grant to develop a climate action plan
The National Endowment for the Humanities gave a $133,252 grant to help develop climate initiatives.
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King County Council members encourage people to not drive for a week
The Week Without Driving is meant to put policy makers, elected leaders and transportation professionals in the place…