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Auburn Police Officer Jeffrey Nelson is escorted out of the courtroom following the guilty verdict at his murder trial June 27, 2024. (Ken Lambert / The Seattle Times / Pool)

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Auburn police officer Jeffrey Nelson guilty of murder

Jury reached a verdict in the case of first Washington police officer to be tried under Initiative 940.

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Local teenager plays lead role in new Hulu limited series “Under the Bridge”

With seven years of theater, short films, commercials, modeling and voiceovers under her belt, 14-year-old Bothell native Vritika…

Volunteers enjoy the sunshine at Renton’s 2024 Juneteenth Celebration. The weather will be sunny this weekend as summer officially starts. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

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Summer kicks off with 80-degree weekend weather

Puget Sound region weather forecast for June 21-23.

Construction sign on SR 18. (Cameron Sires/ Sound Publishing)

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WSDOT responds to stakeholders about future I-90/SR 18 projects

Construction causes concerns about congestion for freight and commuter traffic.

A screenshot of King County Councilmember Reagan Dunn speaking about a proposed amendment for the proposed $20 minimum wage ordinance. (Screenshot)

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King County approves $20.29 minimum wage for unincorporated areas

Councilmember Reagan Dunn and more than a dozen business owners argued tips and health care expenses should be…

The executive board members at the e-waste drive. (Photo Courtesy of Redmond Coding Association)

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Redmond students create free coding courses for kids

Redmond Coding Association also focuses on e-waste collection and will host a ‘hackathon’ this summer.

James McNeal. Courtesy photo

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Charges: Ex-Bothell council member had breakup ‘tantrum’ before killing

James McNeal was giving Liliya Guyvoronsky, 20, about $10,000 per month, charging papers say. King County prosecutors charged…

James McNeal. Courtesy photo

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Ex-Bothell council member arrested for investigation of killing woman

James McNeal, 58, served eight years on the Bothell City Council. On Tuesday, he was arrested for investigation…

Gov. Inslee announces the $45 million EV rebate program on April 23. Courtesy image

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Governor announces rebate program for EV purchases

Washington is the first state to prioritize low-cost leases for electric vehicles.

Train heading north from the Downtown Bellevue Station will cross over I-405 to the Wilburton Station. (Cameron Sires/Sound Publishing)

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Long-awaited Bellevue-to-Redmond light rail line opens for riders

What to know before you ride.

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Eastside Earth Day events

As Earth Day approaches, numerous Eastside cities aim to celebrate, educate and foster a positive environmental impact through…

The project’s location is a city-owned property on 16725 Cleveland Street, a plot of land initially intended for future affordable housing near light rail transit. (Photo courtesy of the city of Redmond)

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Redmond’s new affordable housing project gets mixed feedback

The location is a city-owned property on 16725 Cleveland Street, a plot of land initially intended for future…

Issaquah High School. (Photo courtesy by James Michael Thomas)

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Schools navigate the new world of explicit AI-generated images

Deepfake photos at Issaquah High School prompt review of policies and procedures.

Kent Police recovered nearly 800 catalytic converters in a 2021 bust. File photo

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New state legislation fights catalytic converter theft

Governor Jay Inslee signed a bill on March 26 adding new regulations to the purchase and sale of…

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Kirkland officer steps down following investigation into bikini barista incident

A Kirkland police officer accused of exhibiting odd behavior toward bikini barista employees while using a city-owned vehicle…

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KC Sheriff’s Office sues over Burien encampment ban

Office of Law Enforcement Oversight director calls Burien’s ordinance “unconstitutional.”

The first section of the Eastside Link to open April 27. (Sound Transit)

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First section of Eastside Link opens April 27

The expansion will allow riders to travel from Redmond to South Bellevue.

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Puget Sound Energy files two-year rate plan for electric, natural gas

Driven by the state’s clean energy laws, the plan has been filed to the Washington Utilities and Transportation…

Washington Early Support for Infants and Toddlers program advocacy group at the State Capitol for HB 1916. (Photo Courtesy of Kindering)

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‘When services decline, it’s the kids who pay the price’

Legislative bill would recover funding for the Early Support for Infants and Toddlers program - and could save…

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DOJ settles with King County Sheriff’s Office in agreement to improve language access

OLEO has previously expressed concerns about the office’s language access policies.