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    June 2018 algae bloom. Photo courtesy of Department of Ecology
    Human-caused ‘dead zones’ threaten health of Puget Sound
    By Aaron Kunkler • January 19, 2021 9:00 am

    Wastewater treatment plants account for about 70% of the excess nutrients.

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    Robert Allen, 61, had never been homeless in his life before 2019, when he lost his housing. The chef has been trying to get back on his feet, and hopes to open a nonprofit and make hot sauce. File photo
    King County implements 0.01% sales tax to raise...
    By Cameron Sheppard • January 18, 2021 4:15 pm

    Officials plan to buy hotels, motels and nursing homes for conversion into permanent housing.

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    Social media site Parler returns after registering with...
    By Aaron Kunkler • January 18, 2021 11:45 am

    The right-wing social media website is not being hosted by Epik, but registered its domain.

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    Local restaurants have had to adapt to new rules during the COVID pandemic. Pictured: JP’s Tavern in Federal Way’s turkey club sandwich with a side of tater tots. File photo
    State lawmakers propose bill to fast-track the governor’s...
    By Cameron Sheppard • January 15, 2021 3:10 pm

    Bill’s sponsors want to give legislature control over COVID-19 restrictions.

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    Fentanyl. (Courtesy photo)
    King County reports record numbers of drug overdose...
    By Cameron Sheppard • January 14, 2021 4:30 pm

    Preliminary toxicology testing shows most overdose victims used multiple types of drugs.

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    Jay Inslee takes the oath of office for his third term as governor. (Governor Jay Inslee)
    Governor Inslee: We are going forward toward a...
    By Jerry Cornfield • January 14, 2021 10:45 am

    At the start of an historic third term, the governor is charting a course out of the pandemic.

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    The ballistic-missile submarine USS Henry M. Jackson (SSBN 730) arrives home at Naval Base Kitsap-Bangor following a strategic deterrent patrol in this 2015 file photo. (U.S. Navy photo by Lt. Cmdr. Brian Badura/Released)
    What could Biden’s nuclear policy look like?
    By Aaron Kunkler • January 12, 2021 11:10 am

    King County sits only miles away from one-third of the deployed U.S. nuclear arsenal.

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    State representatives respond to roll call during an online meeting before their swearing in on Friday. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Other state representatives respond to roll call over a virtual meeting before their swearing in on Friday, Jan. 8, 2021, in Everett, Wa. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
    Click to unmute: Legislators prepare for an online...
    By Jerry Cornfield • January 11, 2021 2:50 pm

    State lawmakers will work remotely as they tackle COVID-19, economic recovery, police reform and more.

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    File photo
    Increased participation might be ‘silver lining’ in online...
    By Seattle Weekly • January 11, 2021 1:00 pm

    Online tools will provide increased access.

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    King County to expand COVID-19 vaccination efforts
    By Cameron Sheppard • January 9, 2021 5:10 pm

    “16,000 adults must be vaccinated every day for six months,” said King County Executive Dow Constantine.

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    Photo by Elvert Barnes/Flickr
    Seattle renters seek cheaper rent in surrounding cities
    By Cameron Sheppard • January 7, 2021 11:20 am

    One factor includes the ability to work remotely, according to housing economist.

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    Courtesy of the Department of Health
    State health officials announce next steps for vaccines
    By Seattle Weekly • January 6, 2021 5:30 pm

    From the Washington State Department of Health:

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    Screenshot from a YouTube stream of the Jan. 6, 2021, protest at the U.S. Capitol Building in Washington, D.C.
    WA, King County lawmakers react to Capitol Building...
    By Aaron Kunkler • January 6, 2021 3:58 pm

    A mob of right-wing agitators stormed the Capitol Building on Jan. 6, as Congress was preparing to certify the Electoral…

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    Courtesy of WA Governor’s Office
    Inslee announces new COVID-19 reopening plan for Washington
    By Seattle Weekly • January 5, 2021 6:25 pm

    Some restrictions will be eased beginning as soon as next week, the governor said.

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    Washington State Capitol Building in Olympia. 	File photo
    Bills to follow in the 2021 Legislative session...
    By Aaron Kunkler • January 5, 2021 12:00 pm

    It’s legislation filing season, and the floodgates have opened in Olympia.

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    USS Dwight D. Eisenhower. Courtesy photo
    US Navy punishes suicidal sailor who sought mental...
    By Olivia Sullivan • January 1, 2021 1:30 am

    Federal Way native’s case has attracted the attention of a national advocacy group.

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    Gov. Jay Inslee, pictured in December as he signed the certified statewide election results. Courtesy photo
    Gov. Inslee extends ban on indoor dining, other...
    By Jerry Cornfield • December 30, 2020 2:04 pm

    An updated reopening plan for stores, restaurants and gatherings will be released next week.

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    State Rep. Brad Klippert, R-Kennewick. (Washington State Legislative Support Services) 2015
    New proposal might help Washington get a Republican...
    By Jerry Cornfield • December 28, 2020 5:47 pm

    An electoral college system, rather than a popular vote, could give more power to rural counties.

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    Man charged with robbery linked to Burien rape,...
    By Olivia Sullivan • December 28, 2020 10:20 am

    DNA of Melvin Lewis Taylor Jr. matches evidence found at the scene of a Federal Way murder in 2002.

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    Crime scene photo shows the Nissan Versa driven by Travis Zimmerman, a newspaper carrier who was shot by Daniel McLaughlin in May 2019. Courtesy of King County Superior Court.
    Federal Way man found not guilty in shooting...
    By Olivia Sullivan • December 22, 2020 12:12 pm

    Jury found McLaughlin acted in self defense.

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