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Governor talks potential return of SuperSonics with NBA commissioner

With the NBA considering a possible expansion, Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson met Feb. 5 with the league’s commissioner to offer...

By Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard • February 6, 2026 10:37 am


State bill would prohibit local bans on encampments in Washington

Would keep cities and counties from criminalizing camping on public property.

By Jake Goldstein-Street Washington State Standard • February 6, 2026 12:53 pm
Extra DUI patrols set for Super Bowl weekend in King...

More police to be out Feb. 6-8

By Steve Hunter • February 3, 2026 2:57 pm
State Senate approves lower drunk driving limit

The bill drops it to 0.05% from 0.08%; still needs House approval

By Jerry Cornfield Washington State Standard • January 29, 2026 10:15 am
Gov. Ferguson denounces recent actions by ICE as ‘un-American’

OLYMPIA – Gov. Bob Ferguson and Attorney General Nick Brown condemned the actions of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers…

By Cassie Diamond, WNPA Foundation • January 28, 2026 9:18 am
King County honors budget director for distinguished service

The King County Council a former county employee with the MLK Medal of Distinguished Service, only the fourth county employee…

By Drew Dotson drew.dotson@rentonreporter.com • January 27, 2026 8:40 am
Leesa Manion seeks reelection as King County Prosecuting Attorney

Defeated Federal Way Mayor Jim Ferrell in November 2022

By Steve Hunter • January 14, 2026 1:46 pm

Where to go ice skating in King County

Gliding around the ice is one of the joys of the holiday season — but not one you will likely…

By Grace Gorenflo • December 22, 2025 1:00 pm
Try Furoshiki: Japan’s eco-friendly way to wrap gifts

In collaboration with the Seattle Consulate-General of Japan and the King County Library System, local residents learned “Fabulous Furoshiki: A New Twist on an Old Idea” at the Woodinville Library.

By Bailey Josie • December 17, 2025 7:30 pm
What’s on the agenda for Washington’s 2026 legislative session

With a looming $1.6 billion to $2.3 billion budget shortfall hanging over the Washington state legislature, House and Senate leaders…

By Cassie Diamond, Ayeda Masood, and Annika Hauer, WNPA Foundation • January 12, 2026 12:45 pm
Flood Patrol is King County’s ‘eyes and ears’ in flood...

“This work is physically demanding and often unseen,” the county said.

By Grace Gorenflo • January 8, 2026 9:04 am
The Waltz of the Flowers from the 2024 Nutcracker performance. Photo courtesy Olga Dmitrieva. Sponsored
December 8, 2025 6:00 am
Angela Donaldson with her parents, Kevin and Laurie Hauglie. Sponsored
December 2, 2025 7:30 am
Lumin Laundry owners and staff gathered with the Edmonds Chamber of Commerce for the ribbon cutting at their grand opening. Photo courtesy Lumin Laundry. Sponsored
November 17, 2025 6:00 am
100 small business owners in King County will receive Comcast RISE grant packages to help them grow, innovate and strengthen their local community. Courtesy Comcast Sponsored
August 19, 2025 1:30 pm