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Gov. orders flags at half-staff April 10 for Maj. Savino
Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson has directed that flags be lowered to half-staff on April 10 for Maj. Ariana…
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King County radio emergency system gets new executive director
An emergency radio system used for 911 dispatching and operational communications by fire departments, law enforcement agencies, emergency…
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Data shows surge in immigration arrests in WA
Federal immigration authorities arrested over 2,100 people in Washington between October and early March, according to newly released…
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WA clashes in court with prediction market platforms Kalshi and Robinhood
Washington sued the online prediction market platform Kalshi last month with claims that the company is violating state…
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Gov. signs ‘millionaires tax’ with legal challenge close behind
Washington Democratic Gov. Bob Ferguson on March 30 signed historic legislation creating an income tax, saying it is…
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Gov. signs law to undo WA estate tax increase
Washington will soon end its reign as the state with the nation’s highest estate tax.
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New data sheds light on ICE arrests in King County. Here’s what we know so far.
Of the 1,019 arrests by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) reported in King County in 2025, at…
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King County resolution decriminalizes psychedelic mushrooms
King County Council has “deprioritized” the personal use of psychedelic substances like psilocybin mushrooms to support mental health…
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Gov. signs bill addressing WA retailers’ penny problem
A new Washington state law offers a way to make change in an era without pennies.
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WA leaders reconsider Cesar Chavez recognition
State lawmakers and the governor are rethinking how Washington marks the legacy of Cesar Chavez following stunning accusations…
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Seniors benefit from ElderMove Alliance seminars
Former Mercer Island resident Mindy Garner, who began her real estate career locally, often returns to the area…
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King County considers decriminalizing psilocybin mushrooms
The King County Council is considering decriminalizing “entheogen-related activities” related to the use of psychoactive substances such as…
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Man acquitted in toddler’s death sues King County
Lawsuit accuses King County Sheriff’s Office of fabricating evidence and the medical examiner’s office of distorting the truth.
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King County considers sales tax increase for unincorporated road projects
King County’s Road Services Division is heading for a fiscal cliff — and elected officials are exploring a…
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Condolences climb for Covington pilot killed in Iraq
Condolences continue to mount for Capt. Ariana Savino, 31, of Covington, one of six U.S. airmen killed when…
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WA law will make it easier to distribute abortion pill stockpile
Washington earlier this year had to return 30,000 expiring doses from its abortion pill stockpile to the manufacturer.
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Federal Way double murder suspect captured in Mexico
One hour and 13 minutes after the suspect was placed on the FBI’s Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list,…
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National Weather Service issues wind advisory for Puget Sound region
A wind advisory remains in effect from 3 p.m. Wednesday, March 11 through 6 a.m. Thursday, March 12…