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    CNA Nina Prigodich, right, goes through restorative exercises with long term care patient Betty Long, 86, at View Ridge Care Center on Friday, Feb. 10, 2023 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
    Nursing homes face staffing crunch amid the rising...
    By Joy Borkholder • February 15, 2023 11:00 am

    A bill in Olympia would increase Medicaid rates, wages to bolster skilled nursing facilities.

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    Washington’s healthcare workforce facing widespread burnout, poll finds
    By Cameron Sheppard • February 13, 2023 2:00 pm

    Healthcare unions urge the state Legislature to pass safe staffing standards to prevent mass workforce exodus.

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    Washington State Capitol Building in Olympia. File photo
    Lawmakers seek lasting approach to drug possession after...
    By Jerry Cornfield • February 13, 2023 10:26 am

    OLYMPIA — Lawmakers are at a crossroads again on what to do about illegal drug possession.

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    The DESC Crisis Solutions Center, 1600 South Lane St., is the region’s only voluntary crisis facility resource. Courtesy photo
    King County voters to decide on $1.25 billion...
    By Cameron Sheppard • February 7, 2023 12:47 pm

    The proposal includes a robust investment in the region’s mental health care infrastructure.

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    Eye care product linked to antibiotic-resistant infections
    By Reporter Staff • February 1, 2023 2:00 pm

    Washington State Department of Health and CDC encourage residents to stop using EzriCare Artificial Tears.

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    AR-15 rifle and a loaded magazine that were recovered from a suspect in a 2018 shooting incident at the Kent Station parking garage. File photo courtesy of King County Sheriff’s Office
    Democrats advance assault weapons ban, new rules for...
    By Jerry Cornfield • January 31, 2023 10:10 am

    The measures passed a House committee without Republican support. They are part of a broader agenda to curb gun violence.

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    Newly sworn-in King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion. (File Photo)
    King County’s new prosecuting attorney announces task force...
    By Cameron Sheppard • January 25, 2023 2:30 pm

    Leesa Manion said the units are focused on public safety and “King County’s greatest areas of concern”

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    A suspected drunk driver allegedly collided with several vehicles Saturday afternoon on U.S. 2 near Chain Lake Road in Monroe. (Monroe Police Department)
    Effort begins to lower the legal limit for...
    By Jerry Cornfield • January 17, 2023 4:10 pm

    Washington could join Utah with toughest standard in the nation. Change concerns wine and hospitality industries.

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    Screenshot from a video posted by the Auburn Police Department shows the suspect in the attempted kidnapping of an Auburn barista.
    Police arrest Auburn man accused of trying to...
    By Robert Whale • January 17, 2023 1:30 am

    The Auburn Police Department (APD) arrested a suspect Tuesday afternoon (Jan. 17) that they believe to be the person who…

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    Housing costs, homelessness among top issues in WA,...
    By Bailey Jo Josie bailey.jo.josie@rentonreporter.com • January 16, 2023 12:45 pm

    Statewide, a majority of respondents to Department of Commerce survey agree that rent prices are too high and it costs too much to buy a home.

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    Edith Claver, 60, lived in Des Moines when she went missing from Renton on Nov. 27, 2009. Photo courtesy of National Missing and Unidentified Persons System (NamUs)
    While many were found, work remains to protect...
    By Bailey Jo Josie bailey.jo.josie@rentonreporter.com • January 15, 2023 5:30 am

    There are 23 missing Indigenous people across King County.

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    Drug traffickers prison sentence; missing Indigenous people |...
    By Cameron Sheppard • January 14, 2023 5:11 am

    A podcast for King County residents featuring top local stories.

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    Police helicopter camera shot of one of the fleeing vehicles. (Screenshot from Bellevue Police Department website)
    Four minors arrested after armed carjacking at Renton...
    By Cameron Sheppard • January 13, 2023 3:10 pm

    Suspects fled north and were arrested in Bellevue with two vehicles.

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    Gov. Jay Inslee enters the House chambers before beginning the 2023 State of the State. Courtesy photo
    State of the State: Inslee pushes for $4...
    By Jerry Cornfield • January 12, 2023 10:53 am

    Calls for an assault weapons ban and the constitutional protection of abortion rights drew cheers from Democrats, silence from the GOP.

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    Proposal would exempt Washington’s news outlets from B&O...
    By Cameron Sheppard • January 10, 2023 3:53 pm

    Legislation cited as necessary save jobs and protect a critical community service.

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    Washington State Capitol Building in Olympia. File photo
    WA lawmakers prepare for first in-person session since...
    By Jerry Cornfield • January 9, 2023 10:10 am

    More homes, less homelessness, a Blake ruling fix and an assault weapons ban are among the issues to watch.

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    Two men hurt when their small plane crashes...
    By Steve Hunter • January 7, 2023 9:22 pm

    After Auburn takeoff, plane landed Saturday afternoon, Jan. 7 on roof of unit along Central Avenue South

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    King County Local Dive podcast
    Prolific auto thief caught; police chase teens down...
    By Cameron Sheppard • January 7, 2023 8:11 am

    A podcast for King County residents featuring top local stories.

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    King County Local Dive podcast
    Hit-and-run, doc’s child abuse charges, bookstore vandalism |...
    By Cameron Sheppard • December 31, 2022 5:11 am

    A podcast for King County residents featuring top local stories.

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    Holiday lights (Screenshot from King County website)
    King County encourages folks to recycle their old...
    By Cameron Sheppard • December 29, 2022 11:30 am

    The county has compiled a list of retailers and organizations that will recycle old light strands.

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    • Teens charged after coordinated escape from King County detention center
    • Backpack becomes a murder weapon | King County Crime Dive podcast
    • King County property values down substantially | King County Assessor
    • Stage 1 Burn Ban effective throughout King County
    • King County libraries expand hours during this Summer

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