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Ukrainian Honorary Consul speaks out about Russian invasion of Ukraine
“As long as we breathe, as long as our hearts beat, we’re going to protect our land,” said…
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Eastside law enforcement agencies form task force against catalytic converter thefts
Will introduce program to paint and engrave catalytic converters to deter theft.
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Bloodworks Northwest and foodies partner to raise awareness of need for blood donations
Partnership includes restaurant and food brand owners and culinary gourmands from around the region.
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Inslee changes end of mask mandate to March 12
King County’s indoor mandate will end at the same time.
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Team USA Climbing coach charged with raping second teen
Alexander Fritz, 28, engaged in multiple “inappropriate relationships” with 15-year-old girls, a deputy prosecutor wrote.
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King County repeals bike helmet law over evidence of racist and discriminatory enforcement
Board of Health still encourages helmet use, but citatations will no longer be issued
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Governor: Masks can come off March 21 in most public settings
They’ll still be required in some places, but Washington is following several other states now lifting mandates.
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Amanda Knox finds a fresh start on Vashon
Knox and Robinson bought a home on the island in 2019 just before the pandemic arrived. They’ve since…
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Eastside Fire & Rescue to leave behind Naloxone kits for those at-risk of opioid overdose
Eastside Fire & Rescue’s service area has had a total of 67 fatal overdoses since January 2020.
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Survey data shows why some WA parents are hesitant to vaccinate their children
Census Bureau survey data shows what reasons are cited, and how Washington compares to other states.
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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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Vaccine verification requirement will end March 1, officials announce
King County officials say this decision is backed by science.
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King County Metro and Sound Transit seek feedback from Eastside residents
2 Line light rail link to serve 10 new stations by 2023.
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County files homicide charges in Kirkland fentanyl overdose case
Defendant accused of selling blue M30 fentanyl pills to clients after victim died in his apartment.
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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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Local baker to host pop-up Valentine’s Day event at Cairn Brewing
The event is from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 12, or until products are sold out.
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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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5 things Democrats didn’t say about their $17B transpo plan
Democrats’ transportation package in the Washington state Legislature, as of Feb. 9, spends lots of money. It also…
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U.S. House passes postal service reform bill after concerns of facility closures and declining service standards
The bill intends to improve services, expand transparency and to save the agency billions.