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Firefighters extinguish brush fire on West Hill in Kent
Fire broke out Tuesday evening, Aug. 16; four fire departments responded
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City of Kent files public nuisance suit against Phoenix Court Apartments
Seeks injunction in efforts to improve safety at crime-ridden complex
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King County issues Stage 2 burn ban in light of high temps | Local Services
All outdoor fires (fire bits and campfires) are prohibited; barbecues and grills are still allowed to be used.
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Hottest temps of the year hit WA this week
Call 2-1-1 to find free, local cooling centers in your area
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Man with brain injury harasses neighbors with few consequences | King County Crime Dive podcast
In this episode, Jonathan Arnold has allegedly harassed and sexually assaulted women in his Enumclaw neighborhood for more…
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Microsoft CEO announces cricket stadium coming to Seattle area
Seattle Orcas co-owner discussed plans during Major League Cricket championship match.
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Seahawks host mock game at Lumen Field | Preseason football 2023
“It’s great to get back in front of our fans in front of Lumen,” said QB Geno Smith.
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Tahoma School District ignored repeated warnings of ‘grooming-like behavior’
State education officials say case highlights need for more oversight of paraeducators.
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Seahawks 2023 training camp under way at VMAC in Renton
For the second day in pads, the Hawks look to build on a great ‘22 season and prepare…
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King County voters decide on Veterans, Seniors and Human Services Levy
If passed, Proposition 1 would authorize an additional six-year property tax levy.
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Candidate steals hammers; Kent marks 17th homicide in 2023 | King County Crime Dive podcast
In this episode, a Federal Way City Council candidate was accused of stealing from a hardware store; and…
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Police officer still on payroll while awaiting murder trial | King County Crime Dive podcast
In this episode, an update on Auburn Police Officer Jeffrey Nelson, who is still on the city payroll…
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King County wants to rehire employees who were fired over vaccine
A total of 314 employees separated from King County as a result of the mandate, with eight retiring,…
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King County Council targets “forever chemicals” in wastewater
The motion would initiate a study on how to mitigate the Puget Sound’s exposure to the toxic runoff.
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Executive director of the King County Library System announces retirement
After five years with KCLS, Lisa Rosenblum’s retirement will be effective Nov. 30, 2023
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King County Council names July 18-25 ‘Taylor Swift Week’
Proclamation comes before the pop star’s sold-out Seattle tour dates.
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Washington enacts new rules to protect outdoor workers from heat-related deaths
One rule is that employers must provide mandatory cool-down periods and additional break times.
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Boy on scooter dies at scene of collision | King County Crime Dive podcast
In this episode, Bellevue police recover 3D-printed ghost guns from a drive-by shooting suspect; Valley SWAT arrests a…
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Five days of baseball heaven: MLB 2023 All-Star Weekend in Seattle recap
From T-Mobile Park to Lumen Field and Pike Place Market, Seattle shines as the 2023 All-Star Weekend host.
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Veterans, Seniors and Human Services Levy to appear on August ballot
King County voters will decide whether to renew the social services levy.