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King County gun violence keeps on dropping in 2025

Firearm homicides and injuries hit five-year lows through second quarter

The proposed levy renewal would provide funding needed to complete the transformation of Wilburton Trestle - a historic wooden railway trestle in Bellevue - and adding it to Eastrail. Photo courtesy of King County

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King County seeks renewal for parks levy in primary election

Levy would fund multiple projects in cities across the county. Primary election is Aug. 5.

King County Correctional Facility is located at 500 5th Ave., Seattle. File photo

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King County jail audit finds issues in behavioral health services

Addressing the issues could reduce the risk of reoffending.

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Fourth of July weekend weather in King County

Expect mostly sunny and warm weather for the Fourth of July weekend in the Puget Sound region. Below…

A signed detour route will divert northbound I-405 traffic through Renton. Photo provided by the city of Renton

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I-405 overnight closures June 30 to July 2; detour runs through Renton

I-405 northbound will experience closures overnight this week.

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RegeNerve6 Breakthrough Formula for Nerve Pain Relief Backed by Science

In This Article, You’ll Discover:RegeNerve6 represents a significant advancement in neuropathy support supplements, backed by 16 peer-reviewed scientific…

Left to right: Kelly Vernon Sanders and Travis Allen Savoy’s mugshots. Photos courtesy of Washington State Department of Corrections.

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Two men sentenced for Renton and Bellevue burglaries

The pair broke into a Fairwood home while the residents were inside.

This insignia will be on King County Park Rangers’ uniforms, vehicles, and mountain bikes. Inage courtesy King County

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New King county park rangers to begin patrolling Saturday

Council members hope the increased presence of officials will deter break-ins at trailheads.

A rendering of the SR18 diverging diamond interchange upon completion. Photo courtesy of Washington State Department of Transportation

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SR18 closure at I-90 rescheduled to start May 29

Both directions of traffic will be closed around the clock until June 4.

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Bellevue High boys soccer loses in KingCo tournament final

Bellevue High senior goalie Nick Matty makes a save while Bellevue junior Josh DePalma looks on during the…

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Renton, Bellevue among cities of possible measles exposure

For those possibly exposed to measles between April 30 and May 3, the most likely time to become…

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Bellevue baseball rolls through to 3A KingCo tourney final

Bellevue High junior starting pitcher Greyson Arnold fires away during the Wolverines’ 10-5 victory over Liberty (Renton) on…

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Candidate filing begins for 9 Washington state legislative seats

Candidates can begin filing at 8 a.m. Monday (May 5) for more than 3,200 seats on city councils,…

Chase Jones and his attorney Brad Barshis reading Jones’ statement to the judge. Photo by Joshua Solorzano/Sound Publishing

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Man who killed four in Renton crash sentenced to over 17 years in prison

The prosecutor reported that Chase Jones was traveling at 112 mph when he crashed into the victims.

A house in Issaquah was damaged by fallen trees during November’s bomb cyclone. (Courtesy of King County Councilmember Sarah Perry’s office)

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FEMA denies funds to WA for damage caused by 2024 ‘bomb cyclone’

Gov. Bob Ferguson says federal funds are needed to address $34 million in damage caused by the storm,…

A man places his ballot into the drop box outside Federal Way City Hall. Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

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SAVE Act could disenfranchise millions of voters

Congressman reports law could cost Washingtonians over $361 million just to register to vote.

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Board recommends Dow Constantine as new Sound Transit CEO

In his 16th year as King County executive and on the Sound Transit Board; pay could be $675,000…

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Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife staff clean up Caspian tern carcasses during the bird flu outbreak on Rat Island in Jefferson County, 2023.

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How to navigate the bird flu in Washington state

“This looks like it might be the new normal,” said Chris Anderson, Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.

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Measles detected in King County infant

The patient visited multiple locations around the county between Feb. 20 and Feb. 25, including Bellevue Square, Bothell,…

Employees work at Fall City’s Aroma Coffee Co. on Jan. 14, 2025. (Grace Gorenflo/Valley Record)

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Small businesses brace for higher minimum wage in King County

New wage for unincorporated areas went into effect Jan. 1, but the rules are still being determined.