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Windstorm impacts linger into Monday

About 26,000 still without power in the region.

AR-15 rifle and a loaded magazine that were recovered from a suspect in a shooting incident at the Kent Station parking garage. Photo courtesy of King County Sheriff’s Office

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Democrats to focus on 30-round magazines and ghost guns in 2019

Following gun control success on the November ballot, state Democrats are eyeing further regulation.

A coho salmon. Flickr/Bureau of Land Management

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Climate change could kill salmon’s sense of smell

A report released by UW last month highlights further dangers higher CO2 levels pose to coho salmon.

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Eastside lawmakers sponsor Attorney General bills

The bills focus on gun control, consumer protection and raising vape and tobacco product age limits.

It looks a lot like Inslee is running for president

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It looks a lot like Inslee is running for president

New statements and political fundraising from Gov. Inslee point toward a 2020 presidential bid

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UPDATE: 911 services partially back online, FCC investigates

CenturyLink and King County report most 911 calls are getting through.

The Ghanaati family takes their daughter for a pony ride at the festival. Evan Pappas/Staff Photo

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The year in review

The top stories from 2018 recapped.

Shoplifter threatens employee with box cutter | Police blotter

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Shoplifter threatens employee with box cutter | Police blotter

The Bellevue police blotter for Monday, Dec. 17

The Boys and Girls Clubs of Bellevue also received a van from King County. BGCB President/CDO Ryan Scott, BGCB President/CEO Kathy Haggart, and members of the club receive van from Councilmember Claudia Balducci. Courtesy of King County.

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Three Eastside Organizations receive “retired” King County vans

Councilmember Claudia Balducci donates three vans to help each organization in its mission.

Dr. David Stovall speaks to more than 100 Bellevue School District high school students about school versus education and how to be wary of those trying to manipulate them at the fourth annual BOOM Experience at Bellevue College. Madison Miller/staff photo.

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BSD holds fourth annual BOOM Experience conference at Bellevue College

The annual conference hosted more than 300 male students in the Bellevue School District.

From left, Frannie Ronan, 9, and St. Madeleine Sophie Catholic School principal Martine Romero pose with Mariner Moose on Dec. 13. Stephanie Quiroz/staff photo

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St. Madeleine Sophie Catholic School nationally recognized as a Special Olympics Unified Champion School

The Catholic school is the first and only elementary school in Washington state to be recognized.

Kirkland-based Higher Leaf acquires Green Theory locations in Bellevue

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Kirkland-based Higher Leaf acquires Green Theory locations in Bellevue

Recreational cannabis retailer Higher Leaf has announced the acquisition of Green Theory in Bellevue

Rising rat populations cost locals thousands in repairs

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Rising rat populations cost locals thousands in repairs

The widespread increase in rat populations has been wreaking havoc in previously untouched areas.

King County launches text to 911 service

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King County launches text to 911 service

The service will help the hearing impaired and those experiencing domestic violence.

Roads will be safe for the holidays, authorities predict

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Roads will be safe for the holidays, authorities predict

Weather can change quickly

State Supreme Court strikes down I-27; King County will pursue safe consumption sites

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State Supreme Court strikes down I-27; King County will pursue safe consumption sites

State Supreme Court strikes down I-27; King County will pursue safe consumption sites

King County prosecutor charges woman after false assault allegation of Bellevue police chief

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King County prosecutor charges woman after false assault allegation of Bellevue police chief

Prosecuters charged the woman who made false allegations against the Bellevue Police Chief

Puget Sound prepares for the big one

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Puget Sound prepares for the big one

Three years after an alarming report made national headlines, locals are quietly preparing disaster.

Increased inventory means balanced market

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Increased inventory means balanced market

Northwest Multiple Listing Service report predicts a stable real estate experience moving forward.

King County Council Vice Chair Claudia Balducci presented Music Works Northwest, a $45,200 check on Dec. 2. Photo courtesy of King County

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Music Works Northwest receives financial boost from King County Council

Community Music School receives $45,200 check.