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Federal Way residents Kevin Jochim, left, and Steve Reichel enjoy drinks on the new patio area at JP’s Tavern on Aug. 5, 2020. Restaurants and bars embraced outdoor seating during the pandemic. File photo
Governor lifts restrictions, but health officials warn the...
By Jerry Cornfield jcornfield@soundpublishing.com and Joseph Thompson jthompson@soundpublishing.com • June 30, 2021 10:57 am

As of June 30, bar-goers are able to stand shoulder-to-shoulder and diners can sit at restaurant tables that have long…

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A screenshot of Puget Sound Energy's outage map at around 3 p.m. on June 28. At the time, some 12,300 customers across Western Washington were without power.
Thousands of PSE customers lose power during heat...
By Aaron Kunkler • June 28, 2021 3:00 pm

Thousands of people in Western Washington lost power over the weekend as power demand spiked during a historic heat wave.

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Gov. Jay Inslee waves during his Thursday morning press conference on extending protections for renters. (TVW)
Governor extends some protections for Washington renters
By Joseph Thompson • June 24, 2021 1:00 pm

Under a new order, landlords can only evict a tenant if they refuse to seek help through a relief program.

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Hot housing market forces out many first-time homebuyers
By Cameron Sheppard • June 21, 2021 11:43 am

Housing experts concerned about the long-term impacts on generational wealth.

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Dr. Amit Desai of St. Francis Hospital in Federal Way receives a COVID-19 vaccine on Dec. 17, 2020. Photo courtesy of CHI Franciscan
Vaccination data reveals disparities among regions and race
By Cameron Sheppard • June 17, 2021 10:15 pm

South King County and certain minority groups are far behind on COVID-19 vaccine goals.

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A protective mask hanging on a front door. (Sound Publishing file photo)
King County to lift indoor mask mandate on...
By Olivia Sullivan • June 15, 2021 3:30 pm

About 1.3 million county residents have completed their COVID-19 vaccine series.

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Snoqualmie Casino unveiled the first immersive Seahawks-branded table game experience Sept. 18, 2020, in a ribbon cutting dedication with Snoqualmie Tribe Council members and Snoqualmie Casino executives. Courtesy photo
Gambling Commission OKs pacts with tribes for sports...
By Jerry Cornfield jcornfield@soundpublishing.com • June 14, 2021 6:20 pm

Agreements with 15 tribes await approval by the governor and the feds.

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(Photos courtesy of Praveen Raj)
Maple Valley Cricket Club hosts its first youth...
June 14, 2021 4:25 pm

The Maple Valley Cricket Club hosted its first youth cricket league the first weekend in June and invited members of…

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Kathie Nguyen embraces Eileen & Callie's Place founder Dr. Natalie Ellington. Celebrate 18!, hosted on July 13, 2019, was also the day of Ellington's birthday. Olivia Sullivan/staff photo
Nonprofit to host birthday party for girls aging...
By Olivia Sullivan • June 13, 2021 1:30 pm

Eileen & Callie’s Place is hosting Celebrate 18!, a celebration and resource event, Saturday, July 17.

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A plane drops fire retardant on the Palmer Mountain Fire last summer in north-central Washington. Laura Knowlton/Sound Publishing staff photo
Washington can expect a warmer, drier summer –...
By Aaron Kunkler • June 9, 2021 10:10 am

The threat of wildfires in much of Washington state is expected to be above average this summer as hot and…

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Pedro Miola inspects the panel to ensure the bees are healthy. (Photo by Cameron Sheppard)
Eye of the bee-holder: Urban beekeeping buzzes in...
By Cameron Sheppard • June 6, 2021 1:30 am

How a young man on-track to become a doctor found his calling in an ancient trade.

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As vax rates ease in WA, here come...
By Joseph Thompson • June 3, 2021 2:50 pm

Incentives range from big cash drawings to sports tickets and tuition. Drawings start next week.

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Jackie Hoernor winces as she gets her Pfizer COVID-19 vaccination during a Walgreen’s Vaccine Clinic at South Pointe on Friday, Feb. 12, 2021, in Everett, Washington. (Sound Publishing file photo)
Washington no longer on pace to beat June...
By Joseph Thompson • June 2, 2021 4:50 pm

Reaching 70% of adults with at least one shot would trigger the state to drop most COVID-19 restrictions.

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Graphic rendering of ADU design used for Renton’s Permit Ready Accessory Dwelling Unit program (courtesy of City of Renton)
Backyard cottages might offer a partial solution to...
By Cameron Sheppard • June 1, 2021 9:37 am

Some cities are embracing the solution better than others.

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Flames attack the hillside in Bonney Lake on Sept. 8, 2020. (East Pierce Fire & Rescue photo)
WA firefighters brace for potentially busy weekend
By Aaron Kunkler • June 1, 2021 1:30 am

Washington state Department of Natural Resources firefighters were preparing for what could have been a busy Memorial Day weekend after…

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Photos of Kaloni Bolton. (Courtesy of Kristina Williams)
She couldn’t breathe: Child dies from asthma attack...
By Cameron Sheppard • May 24, 2021 3:40 pm

Family of Kaloni Bolton, 12, seeks answers as to why staff couldn’t treat her.

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King County health officer issues directive urging continued...
May 20, 2021 12:36 pm

Effort needed to slow the spread of COVID-19

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Jeff Duchin, Seattle - King County Public Health officer, said when considering whether to wear a mask indoors in public spaces, people should understand their risk based on local coronavirus activity and make decisions based on their own risk tolerance. (Getty images)
Should you keep masking up if you’re vaccinated?
By Aaron Kunkler • May 17, 2021 3:15 pm

Think about it, says King County’s top doctor.

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Kent officer shot man after he reportedly tried...
By Steve Hunter • May 14, 2021 12:50 pm

Investigation team updates May 10 shooting that injured man in Panther Lake

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Courtesy of the Washington State Department of Health
Inslee sets June 30 target for Washington to...
By Jerry Cornfield jcornfield@soundpublishing.com • May 13, 2021 3:40 pm

Meanwhile, fully vaccinated people can stop wearing masks in most places, the federal CDC said.

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