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Future of new sex ed law may rest in the hands of voters
Published 2:05pm Monday, June 8, 2020
Opponents are confident they have enough signatures to put a referendum on the November ballot.
Read moreLocal production company seeking film, TV pitches from young minority creatives
Published 1:30am Monday, June 8, 2020
The Big Pitch competition, put on by TLG Motion Pictures (“Hoarders”), started about six months ago.
Read moreKing County Library System to slowly reopen after 3 month closure
Published 1:30am Monday, June 8, 2020
Now in Phase 1.5, KCLS will gradually allow book returns with strict guidelines.
Read moreChild care shortage could follow COVID-19 pandemic
Published 1:30am Saturday, June 6, 2020
Around 25 percent of child care facilities have closed across the state.
Read moreVideo of Bellevue officer’s forceful restraint of unarmed woman goes viral
Published 1:30am Friday, June 5, 2020
Update: After the video spread, Bellevue police announced it was prohibiting neck restraints. The police chief has called the video of the officer’s actions “disturbing” ... Read more
King County assessor wants Legislature to fix laws to help small businesses
Published 11:28am Thursday, June 4, 2020
Changes needed because of COVID-19 impact on commercial properties
Read moreDog rescuers overcome pandemic’s limitations to bring a puppy to Renton
Published 4:30pm Tuesday, June 2, 2020
Labrador Retriever-Beagle mix makes 2,100-mile journey from Mexico.
Read moreKing County could be in Phase 2 in two weeks
Published 2:00pm Tuesday, June 2, 2020
The county is also hoping the state lets them reopen several businesses by Friday.
Read moreNew guidelines for Phase 2 reopenings in King County
Published 5:30pm Saturday, May 30, 2020
All workers will need to wear masks as restaurants, retail shops and other businesses reopen.
Read moreInslee wants nursing home residents and staff tested by June 12
Published 4:40pm Saturday, May 30, 2020
Governor says state will pay for test kits and personal protective equipment.
Read moreNew protocols set for Sea-Tac Airport
Published 4:17pm Friday, May 29, 2020
Strategy to ensure the health, well-being of passengers, visitors and workers
Read moreCampgrounds to reopen in 22 Washington counties
Published 1:30pm Friday, May 29, 2020
Campgrounds in counties actively in Phase 2 of the reopening plan will begin to welcome visitors June 1, state says.
Read moreRural King County mayors want state to let them enter Phase 2
Published 4:00pm Thursday, May 28, 2020
Mayors cite heavy economic damage from prolonged shutdown.
Read moreNew dashboard shows how far along King County is to meeting Phase II metrics
Published 2:25pm Thursday, May 28, 2020
The county has met more than half its goals, but the ones it hasn’t met are critical in determining how many people are still being ... Read more
As sales tax plummets in King County, mental health and drug program funding dries up
Published 2:10pm Thursday, May 28, 2020
County will need to make severe cuts to MIDD program this year.
Read moreState allows weddings, funerals, religious services to restart with restrictions
Published 3:10pm Wednesday, May 27, 2020
Gov. Inslee issues new rules during May 27 news conference.
Read moreEmergency rules allow L&I to fine businesses violating governor’s orders
Published 1:00pm Wednesday, May 27, 2020
The fine is nearly $10,000.
Read moreState loosens cougar hunting restrictions
Published 3:20pm Tuesday, May 26, 2020
The regulations will impact 19 areas around the state.
Read moreThe complications of counting COVID deaths in Washington
Published 1:00pm Sunday, May 24, 2020
State relies on results of tests and death certificates in calculating the daily toll of the disease.
Read moreRepublicans file lawsuit over Inslee’s emergency: ‘Facts, and the science, are clear’
Published 1:30am Saturday, May 23, 2020
Lawsuit says state has violated Constitutional rights of citizens.
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