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Schools, housing, salaries score big in Senate Dems $70B budget
The proposed spending plan also spends money to fight climate change, help abortion providers and study police pursuits
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Audit finds accountability issues in King County’s equity and social justices programs
Auditors say the county lacks progress tracking, clearly defined roles and accountability measures.
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New forecast show state revenues won’t be quite as robust as expected
Democratic budget writers say they will be cautious but able to fund their priorities. Senate put out a…
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Frozen organic strawberries and a tropical fruit blend recalled because of Hepatitis A risk
Two people living in King County have gotten sick.
Northwest
Teen brings gun to school; security guard accused of sex crime | Podcast
King County Crime Dive podcast.
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Push to lower legal limit to 0.05 for driving drunk falls short
OLYMPIA — An effort to lower the legal limit for driving drunk has come up short.
Northwest
Stalker turns killer; shooting investigation drags on; bald eagle shot | Podcast
King County Crime Dive
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First-of-its-kind mental health crisis care center announced North King County
The facility in Kirkland is intended to fill gaps in the region’s mental healthcare infrastructure.
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House Democrats push Washington closer to assault weapons ban
Their bill outlawing the manufacture and sale of certain guns passed the state House. No Republican voted for…
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State of the County: Constantine discusses homelessness, environment, cameras for deputies
On March 7, King County Executive Dow Constantine gave his “State of the County ” speech, outlining some…
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In Olympia, Finnish president makes case for NATO, strong ties with WA
Sauli Niinistö became the first foreign head of state to address a joint session of the state Legislature…
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Washington needs more than 1 million homes in the next 20 years
Department of Commerce officials say communities will need diverse housing options in the future as well.
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WA Lottery reveals Auburn woman as winner of $754.6 million Powerball jackpot
An Auburn woman has won the $754.6 million Powerball jackpot.
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Federal Way student goes viral on ‘American Idol’
Decatur High School senior amasses more than a hundred million views of his performance of James Blunt’s “Monsters.”
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Divisive bills on pursuits, gun purchases edge closer to House votes
And a comprehensive remaking of state’s approach to drug possession advances toward action in the Senate.
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What do you do with your food waste? King County wants to know
King County Solid Waste Division will have an online food waste survey open until April 30.
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XFL is back in Seattle – here’s what you need to know
Sea Dragons drop home opener to St. Louis Battlehawks.
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Legislation seeks to strenghten Washington’s abortion laws
OLYMPIA — A day after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade last June, Democratic Gov. Jay…
