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King County receives $1 million for rescue helicopter
King County is receiving more than $1 million of federal funding to upgrade its search-and-rescue helicopter.
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Federal Way passes 1-year moratorium on data centers
Federal Way joins Seattle, Burien and other Washington cities, which have passed similar moratoriums.
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Islander garners gold medal in USA Biolympiad National Finals
Li qualifies for international event in Lithuania.
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Race car driver killed in Kent at Pacific Raceways identified
The driver killed in a collision at Pacific Raceways in Kent has been identified as Glenn David Woloski,…
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Federal Way woman pleads guilty to wire, bank fraud
The 53-year-old woman presented herself as an investment advisor and defrauded $3 million from people in the Korean…
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KC Council approves $431 million supplemental budget
The King County Council has approved a $431 million supplemental budget for the 2026-2027 season.
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Driver dies in Kent during Pacific Raceways competition
A driver was killed Sunday, July 5 at Pacific Raceways in Kent during the 38th Annual Pacific Northwest…
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Penalties loom for Washington if state doesn’t improve food stamp error rates
Under Republicans’ “big, beautiful bill,” the state could face over $90 million in added costs if it can’t…
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Valley Cities receives federal certification
The new Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic title means the behavioral health provider must treat all patients that…
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Planning an Independence Day trip to Rainier? Here are some tips
The National Park is fee-free July 3 - 5.
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King County, Seattle to take on unhoused organization following audit
The King County Regional Homelessness Authority (KCRHA) is in need of an overhaul after an April 2026 audit…
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Former student sues Kent School District over sex abuse case
A former Kentwood High School student has filed a civil lawsuit for damages against the Kent School District…
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US Supreme Court deals blow to Trump, ruling states can accept ballots after Election Day
This is a developing report that will be updated.
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700 pounds of fireworks at center of Whidbey Island fire investigation
Multiple reports indicate that a cigarette may have been a catalyst in the fire and explosion.
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State gas tax going up by 1.1 cents to 56.5 cents per gallon
Washington state’s gas tax, already among the highest in the nation, is going up next week.
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WA child welfare deaths drop significantly after record year
Deaths and critical injuries among children in Washington’s child welfare system fell steeply in the first quarter of…
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Speed camera fines to increase in work zones beginning July 1 | WSDOT
Infraction penalties have risen from $0 to $125; second and subsequent penalties remain at $248.
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Light rail draws record crowds for America’s World Cup match
Link light rail drew approximately 280,000 riders when the United States and Australia met in the World Cup…
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Rebates, discounts available as PSE rates increase
Report shows Washington state in last place for renewable energy
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King County announces June 22 burn ban, reminds fireworks illegal in unincorporated areas
Editor’s note: The following is a press release from the King County Department of Local Services.