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    Survey data shows why some WA parents are...
    By Cameron Sheppard • February 16, 2022 3:00 pm

    Census Bureau survey data shows what reasons are cited, and how Washington compares to other states.

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A gun rights advocate warns a crowd of the potential need for forceful resistance in the future at gathering outside House of Representatives chamber in this 2020 file photo.
    Ban of guns at government meetings, ballot counting...
    By Jerry Cornfield • February 16, 2022 2:53 pm

    The prohibition would cover open and concealed carry of firearms. State House Democrats overrode Republican objections.

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    Some of the books under fire at Cedar Heights Middle School. (Screenshot from Barnes & Noble website)
    Debate continues over potential book ban in Kent...
    By Cameron Sheppard • February 16, 2022 2:51 pm

    Some claim the LGBTQ books are inappropriate, while others argue the importance of representation.

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    Vaccine verification requirement will end March 1, officials...
    By Henry Stewart-Wood • February 16, 2022 2:11 pm

    King County officials say this decision is backed by science.

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    In King County, fentanyl is most commonly seen in blue, greenish, or pale colored counterfeit pills. Photo courtesy of King County.
    County files homicide charges in Kirkland fentanyl overdose...
    By Hannah Saunders • February 14, 2022 3:00 pm

    Defendant accused of selling blue M30 fentanyl pills to clients after victim died in his apartment.

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    State Superintendent Chris Reykdal (Courtesy of OSPI)
    State Superintendent recommends change of mask mandate policies...
    By Cameron Sheppard • February 11, 2022 2:15 pm

    Meanwhile, the state’s largest public school employees’ union continues support for masks in schools.

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    Jail bars. Stock photo
    Leader of theft ring sentenced to six years...
    By Robert Whale • February 10, 2022 4:04 pm

    Auburn man operated storefront businesses in Kent and Renton that fronted as legitimate pawn shops.

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    Man sues Auburn after police commit hit-and-run in...
    By Henry Stewart-Wood • February 10, 2022 3:57 pm

    The lawsuit alleges the city is responsible for the victim’s injuries.

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    A protective mask hanging on a front door. (Sound Publishing file photo)
    Inslee: Mask mandate is going away, but not...
    By Jerry Cornfield • February 10, 2022 11:05 am

    Governor said he’ll say exactly when next week. Meanwhile, a pause on elective surgeries will end Feb. 17.

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    Traffic in South King County. File photo
    5 things Democrats didn’t say about their $17B...
    By Jerry Cornfield • February 9, 2022 4:00 pm

    Democrats’ transportation package in the Washington state Legislature, as of Feb. 9, spends lots of money. It also makes new…

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    Screenshot from Barnes and Noble website
Cover art of books that KSD Librarian Gavin Downing says have been under fire: “Jack of Hearts (and Other Parts),” by Lev A.C. Rosen, “If I Was Your Girl,” by Meredith Russo, and “All Boys Aren’t Blue,” by George Matthew Johnson.
    Kent School District librarian is ready to defend...
    By Cameron Sheppard • February 9, 2022 4:00 pm

    A few books curated by librarian are under review by district for “sexually explicit content.”

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    Auburn business owners convicted of felonies for stealing...
    By Henry Stewart-Wood • February 2, 2022 1:57 pm

    The pair operated two cleaning businesses in King County.

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    Cedar Heights Middle School, where the principal reportedly flagged literature in the library after a student raised an issue with the content. (Screenshot from Kent School District website)
    Kent School District issues statement as LGBTQ library...
    By Cameron Sheppard • February 2, 2022 12:10 pm

    Some believe the books are too sexually explicit for middle school, but others decry library censorship.

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    Attorney General files lawsuit against COVID testing company
    By Henry Stewart-Wood • February 1, 2022 11:30 am

    Center for COVID Control operated testing sites in King County.

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    Woman arrested after allegedly pulling gun on gas...
    By Cameron Sheppard • January 31, 2022 4:00 pm

    The 33-year-old Spanaway woman has not been charged yet.

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    Courtesy of King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office
    After a record-breaking 2020, gun violence continues to...
    By Cameron Sheppard • January 31, 2022 3:00 pm

    King County Prosecuting Attorney believes pandemic gun violence is part of a national trend.

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    Issaquah School District’s basketball coach turnover rate goes...
    By Hannah Saunders • January 31, 2022 2:20 pm

    Crandall resigned from his position as head basketball coach on Jan. 24.

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    Prosecutor charges Auburn man for assaulting a woman in Seattle
    Prosecutor charges Auburn man for assaulting a woman...
    By Robert Whale • January 27, 2022 6:30 pm

    On Jan. 24, the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office filed a felony case against an Auburn man it accuses of…

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    Auburn police officer Jeffrey Nelson. File photo.
    Auburn police officer’s story conflicts with eyewitness account
    By Henry Stewart-Wood • January 26, 2022 4:12 pm

    Jeffrey Nelson faces trial in the killing of Jesse Sarey.

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    The former Econo Lodge in Kent is a King County Isolation and Quarantine Facility for COVID-19 patients. FILE PHOTO, Kent Reporter
    Man dies at Kent COVID-19 isolation and quarantine...
    By Steve Hunter • January 26, 2022 2:54 pm

    Found dead in room at former hotel during routine medical staff check

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