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A bust of George Washington lies tipped over on the third floor of the Washington state Capitol building in Olympia, after a vandal broke in and caused damage on Sunday night. (Photo courtesy of Department of Enterprise Services)

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Man accused of vandalizing WA Capitol undergoes mental health evaluation

A Washington man suspected of breaking into and vandalizing the state Capitol is undergoing a mental health evaluation,…

People rally June 14 in Covington during the first No Kings protest against the Trump administration. FILE PHOTO

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No Kings rallies set for Oct. 18

Here’s a list of locations in King County.

Courtesy of Mariners.com.

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Heroics from Jorge Polanco and Julio Rodriguez lead M’s past Tigers in Game 2

Polanco’s two homers got the momentum going, but Julio pushed it over the top.

Julio Rodriguez raises his arms after scoring on a home run. Photo credit: Ben Van Houten / Seattle Mariners

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Mariners’ offense falls flat in extras as they lose ALDS game 1

Julio Rodriguez and Cal Raleigh were the only Mariners to record base hits in 3-2 loss.

Luke Raley and Jorge Polanco stand beside each other during the scrimmage at T-Mobile Park. Photo credit Ben VanHouten/Seattle Mariners

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Seattle Mariners host public scrimmage ahead of postseason

The first of two public scrimmages saw a franchise legend in right field.

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WA officials respond to death of Charlie Kirk, political violence

Conservative activist was killed Sept. 10.

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Audit finds potential fraud in King County social services department

The department’s grant awards increased 95% in five years.

Public Health – Seattle & King County staff administering COVID-19 vaccine to a local emergency responder. COURTESY PHOTO

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Western states form vaccine alliance as Florida plans to end vaccine mandates

The Democratic governors of California, Oregon and Washington said Sept. 3 they are forming an alliance to coordinate…

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Homeless encampment at the Green River.

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Homelessness still rising in Washington, state data shows

Homelessness is still on the rise in Washington, but data collected by the state Department of Commerce shows…

Infographic from the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office showing the number of retail crime filings through June each year since 2021. Courtesy photo.

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Prosecutor’s office: Retail crime cases increasing since 2021

This increase was attributed to the implementation of a prosecutor dedicated to working full-time on retail crime case…

Courtesy Photo, King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office

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King County felony juvenile diversion program is paused

This decision came after it was revealed that 53.2% of participating juveniles with low-level felonies reoffend within two…

Alphonzo Tuputala, an alum of Federal Way High School and University of Washington, works on a drill during his first day at Seahawks training camp. Ben Ray / Sound Publishing

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Seattle Seahawks chemistry looks to provide additional edge in 2025

Seattle’s newest signing Alphonzo Tuputala practiced with the team.

Ichiro takes the podium during his number retirement ceremony. Ben Ray / Sound Publishing

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Ichiro’s 51 retired in Seattle

One of the most iconic players in Seattle pro sports is now etched into Mariners history.

Erica Wheeler drives to the basket against the Minnesota Lynx. Photo courtesy of Seattle Storm.

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Seattle Storm fall short against Minnesota

Nneka Ogwumike’s late heroics aren’t enough as Storm drop third straight game.

Sam Darnold exits to the practice field at the Virginia Mason Athletic Complex. Photo provided by Maria Dorsten.

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Seahawks training camp: Year two of the Mike Macdonald era

Nick Emmanwari wows with athleticism as the new look Seahawks prepare for 2025 regular season.

U.S. Rep. Adam Smith (D) represents the 9th Congressional District, which includes multiple cities. (File photo)

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WA congressman riffs on national security in the Trump era

U.S. Rep. Adam Smith, the top Democrat on the Armed Services Committee, likened the president’s approach to drunk…

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New Washington state laws that took effect July 27

Housing, policing and diaper changes are among the areas that the legislation covers.

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King County gun violence keeps on dropping in 2025

Firearm homicides and injuries hit five-year lows through second quarter

Kade Anderson and his brother Carter during Mariners batting practice. Photo by Ben Ray / Sound Publishing

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Kade Anderson introduced to Seattle: ‘They picked a winner’

The Mariners’ number three pick in the draft talked with the media and took a tour of Seattle.

Logan Gilbert pitching in the win against Milwaukee. Courtesy photo via Seattle Mariners.

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Mariners cool the red-hot Brew Crew in 1-0 win

Cal Raleigh’s solo-home run was enough as Logan Gilbert strikes out 10 vs. Milwaukee.