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Activists Begin Collecting Signatures for Carbon Fee Initiative

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Activists Begin Collecting Signatures for Carbon Fee Initiative

Following inaction from state legislators, supporters of I-1631 are aiming for the November ballot.

An artist rendering of the Tateuchi Center in Bellevue. Courtesy of the Tateuchi Center

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County Funding for Eastside Performing Arts Center in Jeopardy

Bellevue’s long-planned Tateuchi Center could lose $1.2 million.

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What’s Next After I-940?

Police reform advocates pivot their focus to officer’s interactions with people in mental health crises.

King County Sheriff’s Deputies to Carry Naloxone

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King County Sheriff’s Deputies to Carry Naloxone

All 450 deputies are slated carry the heroin overdose antidote by mid-summer.

Redmond Pilots County’s First Community Court

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Redmond Pilots County’s First Community Court

The program’s goal is to connect low-level offenders to resources, as an alternative to jail time.

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Washington Supreme Court Upholds Death Penalty Conviction

The case, which hinges on a 2006 quadruple murder, is likely to be appealed to the United States…

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Seattle City Council Seeks Ride-Share Data for Possible Regulations

The city digs into the transit issue, Uber rolls out a new insurance plan for its drivers.

The Weed In Review

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The Weed In Review

Catching up on national cannabis news items.

As part of Bothell’s arts initiative, bronze sculptures like City Kitty populate the entrance 
to the new City Hall. Photo by Katie Metzger

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Bothell Public Art, Eastside Recycling, and a Homeless Shelter for Bellevue

A weekly recap of King County news.

Critics Say Draft Plan From Homelessness Task Force Underwhelms

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Critics Say Draft Plan From Homelessness Task Force Underwhelms

One Table’s first stab at recommendations leaves some members calling for a bolder, clearly financed plan.

Kurt Niklas shows some of the belongings in his Cate Apartments unit operated by the Low Income Housing Institute. Photo by Melissa Hellmann

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Forfeiting Rights: Mutual Termination Agreements Gone Wrong

Tenants’ rights advocates say landlords are using the contracts to exploit and expel vulnerable residents.

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Homeless Riders Rack Up Bus Fare Fines

King County Metro says that it will review its system to account for RapidShare users who can’t pay.

Former President Bill Clinton will be discussing his first novel in Seattle at the McCaw Hall on June 30. Photo courtesy Ralph Alswang/Flickr

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Bill Clinton Plans Seattle Book Tour Stop in June

The former president has co-authored a novel, and tickets for his visit go on sale this Friday.

Bellevue Mosque Arsonist Charged

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Bellevue Mosque Arsonist Charged

The 18-year-old suspect allegedly started the fire with toilet paper.

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Stormy Days for Tully’s Coffee

The attorney pressuring Trump about a porn star affair is also behind the fall of Seattle chain.

The former Wayne Golf Course’s 89 acres are now a City of Bothell park. Work to find a new name is underway, and planning at the site will begin next year. File photo

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Fatal “Car Surfing,” Park and Rideshare, and Park Naming

A weekly recap of King County news.

Riders on the 520 Bridge during an Emerald City Ride. Photo courtesy of Cascade Bicycle Club

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Cyclists Prepare to Ride Alaskan Way Viaduct

Sunday marks the first car-free bike ride on the viaduct before it’s demolished.

Seattle Public Schools superintendent finalist Denise Juneau served two terms as Montana Superintendent of Public Instruction. Photo by Melissa Hellmann

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Seattle Hears from Public Schools Superintendent Finalists

The candidates discussed their thoughts on topics ranging from opportunity gaps to charter schools.

Workers Protest UW Laundry Closure

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Workers Protest UW Laundry Closure

Over 100 employees would lose their jobs if the Rainier Valley facility shuts down.

Bracken watches over baby pony Zara, who was born at the Mercer Island Funny Farm on March 15. Photo via Facebook

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Plans Set for New Dick’s, Mercer Island Gets a Pony, and the $1.6 Million Question

A weekly recap of King County news.