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Some King County elected leaders want to spend $180 million on maintenance upkeep at Safeco Field in Seattle. Photo by HyunJae Park/Flickr

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King County leaders want to allocate $180 million to Safeco Field

But once councilmember thinks funding for affordable housing and the arts should come before subsidizing stadium maintenance.

King County considers buying 65,000 acres for conservation

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King County considers buying 65,000 acres for conservation

The proposed plan would protect forests, trails, shorelines, and farms.

A sign posted by Save DeLeo Wall along May Valley Road Southeast. Aaron Kunkler/Staff photo

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DNR approves DeLeo Wall logging permit in Newcastle

Despite opposition from community members the state has approved a clearcutting permit for 28 acres.

Tips for staying safe around Washington wildlife

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Tips for staying safe around Washington wildlife

In the wake of a deadly cougar attack near North Bend here’s some tips on staying safe.

Suspects rob Little Store at gunpoint | Police blotter for May 10-13

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Suspects rob Little Store at gunpoint | Police blotter for May 10-13

This is not a comprehensive list of incidents in Bellevue.

Workers install girders as part of a previous project in 2012 along westbound SR 520. Reporter File Photo

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Worker dies after fall along SR 520

The accident occurred at a construction site near the 148th Avenue Northeast interchange.

Roza Irrigation District manager Scott Revell inspects a water gauge in the lower Yakima Valley. If a drought pump is installed in Kachess Lake it would mean a more reliable source of water for crops in the valley. Aaron Kunkler/Staff photo

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Puget Sound residents worried about Kachess Lake plan

A pump to supply much-needed water to Eastern Washington during droughts could affect recreation.

41st, 48th District hopefuls file for office

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41st, 48th District hopefuls file for office

Three will run for Clibborn’s seat; 2 face off for McBride’s seat

Man shoots himself in leg with concealed pistol | Police blotter for May 3-6

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Man shoots himself in leg with concealed pistol | Police blotter for May 3-6

This is not a comprehensive list of incidents in Bellevue. Courtesy of the Bellevue Beat Blog.

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Four suspects arrested after armed robbery in Bellevue

Story courtesy of the Bellevue Beat Blog.

This petroleum refinery in Anacortes is run by Shell, one of the defendants in the suit brought by King County. Photo by Walter Siegmund/Wikipedia Commons

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Can King County win its lawsuit against Big Oil?

Legal experts think past lawsuits against the tobacco industry increase the odds of a favorable outcome.

Bellevue leadership talks strategy and city projects

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Bellevue leadership talks strategy and city projects

Bellevue mayor and deputy mayor presented their State of the City address at downtown association’s April breakfast.

Low numbers of Lake Sammamish kokanee raise fears of extinction

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Low numbers of Lake Sammamish kokanee raise fears of extinction

Only 19 kokanee salmon returned to spawn this year.

Eastside environmentalists turn up the heat on climate change

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Eastside environmentalists turn up the heat on climate change

Residents are concerned about King County not meeting its greenhouse gas emissions targets.

Governor and Secretary of State to fund statewide prepaid ballot postage

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Governor and Secretary of State to fund statewide prepaid ballot postage

King County, however, won’t get any of that money.

Foster care homes needed as more children affected by opioid crisis

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Foster care homes needed as more children affected by opioid crisis

May is national Foster Care Awareness Month.

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.