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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.
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Debate continues over potential book ban in Kent schools
Some claim the LGBTQ books are inappropriate, while others argue the importance of representation.
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Vaccine verification requirement will end March 1, officials announce
King County officials say this decision is backed by science.
Sports
Seattle Sounders FC announce new HQ at Renton’s Longacres site
Facility is expected to open in 2024, before Seattle potentially hosts FIFA World Cup games in 2026.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.”
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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…
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WIAA launches bias reporting form in response to discriminatory incidents
Inappropriate behavior seen, heard or witnessed at any WIAA member school event can be reported.
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Attorney General files lawsuit against COVID testing company
Center for COVID Control operated testing sites in King County.
Northwest
State Democrats push new round of open-carry gun restrictions
They want to keep guns away from ballot counting and out of places where city councils and school…
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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.
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Man dies at Kent COVID-19 isolation and quarantine facility
Found dead in room at former hotel during routine medical staff check
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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.
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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.
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State offers free at-home COVID-19 tests
You can order the tests through the state’s new online portal.
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Kent Democratic Sen. Mona Das proposes 1% cut in state sales tax
Starting in 2023; Republicans voice support for Senate Bill 5932
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Non-profit sponsors study on how the pandemic impacted arts and culture in Puget Sound
The study helped identify challenges faced by residents and cultural organizations in Washington
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Kammerzell negotiations with city of Kent expected to be ‘lengthy process’
Assistant police chief on paid administrative leave as union, city begin talks