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City of Redmond studies proposed Overlake redevelopment

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City of Redmond studies proposed Overlake redevelopment

The Seritage Development would create apartments along with retail, office and commercial space.

Construction kicks off in Bellevue for $250M Overlake expansion

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Construction kicks off in Bellevue for $250M Overlake expansion

Overlake Medical Center in Bellevue is starting the largest expansion in its 58-year history.

Scam Warning: The jury duty arrest warrant scam is back

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Scam Warning: The jury duty arrest warrant scam is back

King County Police emphasize that they will never call and request money or gift card numbers.

Suspects drive around pointing guns at locals | Police blotter for April 27-29

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Suspects drive around pointing guns at locals | Police blotter for April 27-29

This is not a comprehensive list of incidents in Bellevue.

King County adopts prepaid ballot postage

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King County adopts prepaid ballot postage

Designed to improve voter turnout, the measure was approved in time for the 2018 midterm elections.

New audit highlights the shortcomings of King County’s regional homelessness plan

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New audit highlights the shortcomings of King County’s regional homelessness plan

The stats don’t lie—the system isn’t working.

Newcastle, Renton push back against logging near Cougar Mountain

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Newcastle, Renton push back against logging near Cougar Mountain

A proposal to log 28 acres near the DeLeo Wall has led to cities, community pushing to save…

As proposed by King County Public Health, safe drug consumption sites would feature medical personnel with naloxone to prevent overdose deaths and sterile needles for drug users to prevent the spread of disease. Photo by Todd Huffman/Wikipedia Commons

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Safe drug site challenge heads to state Supreme Court

The case will determine if an initiative banning the project in King County can go to the ballot.

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Cindi Bright announces candidacy for 48th District representative

The local radio host is running for Pos. 2.

Surrey Downs Park closes for reconstruction

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Surrey Downs Park closes for reconstruction

The Bellevue park will likely be closed through the end of the year for improvements.

Board members of All Home stand behind King County Executive Dow Constantine and Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan during a May 3 press conference at the Salvation Army William Booth Center. Photo by Josh Kelety

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King County and Seattle agree to restructure regional homelessness programs

The move comes after calls for change from advocates within the system.

Bellevue man charged with incest, molestation and child rape

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Bellevue man charged with incest, molestation and child rape

Detectives learned of the assault after victim tried to end her life.

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King County task force to explore solutions to ‘recycling crisis’

With tighter regulations affecting the flow of recyclables in the U.S., officials look for new avenues for the…

Simulation teaches Bellevue students dangers of drunk driving

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Simulation teaches Bellevue students dangers of drunk driving

10,500 around the country die in impaired driving accidents each year.

Secretary of State pushes for pre-paid postage for ballots

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Secretary of State pushes for pre-paid postage for ballots

Kim Wyman is asking Gov. Jay Inslee for the authority to reimburse counties for postal costs.

Eastside state legislators talk carbon fees, housing and cars at UW Bothell

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Eastside state legislators talk carbon fees, housing and cars at UW Bothell

Eastside lawmakers met on April 26 for a debrief with constituent businesses.

Transit-oriented development near the Othello Station in Southeast Seattle. Photo by SounderBruce/Wikipedia Commons

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Sound Transit plans to facilitate affordable housing near light rail stations

The agency is setting aside land in hopes of making transit more equitable.

By 2024, Sound Transit intends to offer high-capacity bus service to communities along Lake Washington. Image courtesy Sound Transit

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Sound Transit plans high-capacity buses for the Eastside

Faster bus lines along I-405 and SR-522 are in the works.

Bellevue police officer arrested for domestic violence

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Bellevue police officer arrested for domestic violence

King County Sheriff’s Office will take the lead on the criminal investigation.

Cargo transportation was among the various regional industries driving wage and employment growth in King County. Photo via PxHere

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King County employment numbers continue to rise

New statistics show a decrease in unemployment and higher average pay, but the growth may start to slow.