Northwest
Measles in Washington state: What you need to know
At least 23 cases reported so far in 2026.
Reporter Staff
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How to delete genetic data from 23andMe
Washington state residents have a right to genetic data privacy and ability to request data deletion.
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Sound Publishing writers win SPJ awards
Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ) announced the winners of the 2023 Northwest Excellence in Journalism contest.
Northwest
Fare inspections at Sound Transit Link stations begin June 3
Passengers will need proof of payment within fare paid zones at boarding areas
News
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…
Northwest
King County Library System ranks 3rd in the world for digital checkouts
KCLS reports 8,863,118 digital titles checked out in 2023.
News
DOH reports 2022-2023 flu season was the deadliest in five years
Flu vaccination rates for children and preganant people reportedly dropped from pre-pandemic rates.
News
$1.25 billion mental health levy is on April 25 special election ballot
King County Crisis Care Centers proposal would raise money through a property tax.
News
WA Lottery reveals Auburn woman as winner of $754.6 million Powerball jackpot
An Auburn woman has won the $754.6 million Powerball jackpot.
News
Eye care product linked to antibiotic-resistant infections
Washington State Department of Health and CDC encourage residents to stop using EzriCare Artificial Tears.
News
Sound Publishing to host King County prosecutor candidate forum Sept. 28
The event is free and open to the public at Carco Theatre in Renton, hosted in partnership with…
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Patti Cole-Tindall is officially confirmed as the new King County Sheriff
After serving as the interim sheriff since January, the King County Council unanimously voted to confirm Patti Cole-Tindall…
News
FBI arrests Auburn couple after 11-day manhunt
The couple was previously convicted for fraud and skipped sentencing on April 29.
Northwest
New King County program connects homeless people to jobs and housing
Temporary jobs at county parks for $20 to $25 per hour
Life
Free Park Days in 2021 start in January
The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission will again offer 12 free days next year, in which day-use…
News
King County Council passes $12.59 billion biennial budget
King County Council on Nov. 17 passed a $12.59 billion biennial budget for 2021-2022, providing funding for anti-racist…
Northwest
King County Library System hires director of diversity, equity and inclusion
Dominica Myers oversaw racial equity and social impact initiatives with Seattle Opera
Northwest
New toolkit will help King County cities develop customized climate strategies
A way to mobilizing the region’s efforts to cut greenhouse gas emissions
Northwest
Port of Seattle launches task force on Port Policing and Civil Rights
Nine areas of focus will guide effort over several months, recommendations expected in 2021
Sports
Doctor IDs safety measures for youth team sports practices
Before practice begins, parents must understand COVID-19 protective protocols