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Regional homelessness authority approved by King County, Seattle

The authority will consolidate crisis response and services into one entity.

Media day at OMF to show off the first Siemens Link light rail vehicle June 19, 2019. File photo

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King, Pierce county officials want answers on Sound Transit fare enforcement disparities

The transit agency reported in October that black riders were more likely than others to get fined.

Lawmakers aim to act on guns and pot, taxes and apples

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Lawmakers aim to act on guns and pot, taxes and apples

There’s a wide range of subjects they hope to address when the 2020 session begins next month.

From left to right: Deputy Mayor Lynne Robinson, Mayor John Chelminiak and lawyer J. Richard Aramburu at a public hearing in October. Staff photo/Blake Peterson

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CENSE plans to appeal city’s Energize Eastside decision

The appeal must go to King County Superior Court.

Boeing Renton plant to halt 737 Max production

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Boeing Renton plant to halt 737 Max production

Suspension expected to begin in January

Snowflake Lane celebrates 15 years

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Snowflake Lane celebrates 15 years

Photos capture the nightly Bellevue parade.

Despite concerns, homelessness authority moves toward final Seattle vote

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Despite concerns, homelessness authority moves toward final Seattle vote

Seattle’s homelessness committee aligned the city’s plan with King County’s.

King County’s current climate action plan was adopted in 2015 and has provided a blueprint for reducing emissions and preparing for climate change. File photo

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King County approves environmental justice provision

An update to the King County climate action plan should include an environmental justice framing as it’s developed…

Police exercise educates drivers and pedestrians on safety

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Police exercise educates drivers and pedestrians on safety

Bellevue police increase emphasis on collision causes.

Police find spent shell casings in local neighborhood | Police blotter

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Police find spent shell casings in local neighborhood | Police blotter

Police blotter for Dec. 2-8.

Homelessness authority approved by King County, awaits Seattle vote

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Homelessness authority approved by King County, awaits Seattle vote

The agreement would consolidate emergency services for people experiencing homelessness.

The King County Courthouse is located at 516 Third Ave. in downtown Seattle. Photo courtesy of King County

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Council approves $600,000 to increase security at King County Courthouse

The funding will be split evenly between increasing deputies, security and social services.

Victims, law enforcement speak about King County Courthouse conditions

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Victims, law enforcement speak about King County Courthouse conditions

An entrance to the courthouse was closed after an assault.

In this September 2019 photo, George Kirkish, owner and founder of Palouse Winery on Vashon-Maury Island, pours a glass of wine for Lori Coots during tasting room hours. (Kevin Opsahl/Sound Publishing)

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King County Council approves controversial winery, brewery ordinance

After five years, the county has updated regulations surrounding alcohol production and tasting.

Bellevue skyline. Aaron Kunkler/staff photo

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Bellevue changing logo for the first time since 1969

New logo to reflect diversity, development.

Washington Low Income Housing Alliance is among supporters of statewide “just cause” legislation to protect tenants in Washington. However, some landlords say removing the ability to quickly remove tenants limits their ability to get rid of problem renters. (Courtesy image)

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Tenant advocates prepare for another push in Olympia

Following wins in Burien and Federal Way, just cause evictions are on the 2020 Legislative agenda.

Two pedestrian crashes in November result in deaths

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Two pedestrian crashes in November result in deaths

Drivers and pedestrians asked to proceed with caution.

Suspect wanted after multiple robberies

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Suspect wanted after multiple robberies

Public’s help sought in identifying a man caught on security footage.

Officers respond to man with gun reports, ends up being vape | Police Blotter

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Officers respond to man with gun reports, ends up being vape | Police Blotter

Police blotter for Nov. 25-29.

Fire along Twisp River Road in the Okanogan Wenatchee National Forest in 2018. Courtesy photo

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Wildfire response: State unveils funding legislation proposal

Last year, Department of Natural Resources responded to record number of wildfires.