News
DOH reports 2022-2023 flu season was the deadliest in five years
Flu vaccination rates for children and preganant people reportedly dropped from pre-pandemic rates.
News
$1.25 billion mental health levy is on April 25 special election ballot
King County Crisis Care Centers proposal would raise money through a property tax.
News
WA Lottery reveals Auburn woman as winner of $754.6 million Powerball jackpot
An Auburn woman has won the $754.6 million Powerball jackpot.
News
Eye care product linked to antibiotic-resistant infections
Washington State Department of Health and CDC encourage residents to stop using EzriCare Artificial Tears.
News
Sound Publishing to host King County prosecutor candidate forum Sept. 28
The event is free and open to the public at Carco Theatre in Renton, hosted in partnership with…
News
Patti Cole-Tindall is officially confirmed as the new King County Sheriff
After serving as the interim sheriff since January, the King County Council unanimously voted to confirm Patti Cole-Tindall…
Northwest
New King County program connects homeless people to jobs and housing
Temporary jobs at county parks for $20 to $25 per hour
News
Bomb disposal unit safely removes suspicious device from vehicle
Bellevue Police Department’s bomb disposal unit safely removed a potentially explosive device from a stolen vehicle that was…
Life
Free Park Days in 2021 start in January
The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission will again offer 12 free days next year, in which day-use…
News
King County Council passes $12.59 billion biennial budget
King County Council on Nov. 17 passed a $12.59 billion biennial budget for 2021-2022, providing funding for anti-racist…
Northwest
King County Library System hires director of diversity, equity and inclusion
Dominica Myers oversaw racial equity and social impact initiatives with Seattle Opera
Northwest
New toolkit will help King County cities develop customized climate strategies
A way to mobilizing the region’s efforts to cut greenhouse gas emissions
Northwest
Port of Seattle launches task force on Port Policing and Civil Rights
Nine areas of focus will guide effort over several months, recommendations expected in 2021
Sports
Doctor IDs safety measures for youth team sports practices
Before practice begins, parents must understand COVID-19 protective protocols
Northwest
Study reveals depth of child care crisis of affordability, access in state
New report shows half a million children without access to licensed childcare
Northwest
King County dedicates $41 million to COVID-19 related rental assistance, eviction prevention
Emergency housing aid to individuals, families
News
Former U.S. Sen. Slade Gorton dies at 92
Former U.S. Sen. Slade Gorton died Aug. 19 in Seattle at age 92.
Northwest
King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office warns about scam calls
Caller claims prostitution case filed, but pay money and charges will be dropped
Northwest
26% of foster care students disengaging from school during COVID-19
Treehouse works to find ways to support youth