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Pierce County Auditor Julie Anderson, left, debates Secretary of State Steve Hobbs on Aug. 17 with moderator Melissa Santos of Axios Local in the center. (Photo by Brian Mittge/Association of Washington Business)

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Secretary of state debate: Sparks fly as Hobbs and Anderson face off

Julie Anderson called Steve Hobbs an “inexperienced political appointee.” He’s been in the job since Inslee put him…

Photos by Alex Bruell/Sound Publishing

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Hiking at Mt. Rainier: This summer, visit a paradise on Earth

If you’ve never visited the Paradise area of Mt. Rainier, there’s still time this summer to correct that…

Bellevue City Hall. File photo

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City of Bellevue earns Governor’s Smart Communities Award for Mobility Implementation Plan

The award presentation will take place at a Bellevue City Council meeting this fall.

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King County Council approves $5 million in funding for youth mental health

CDC statistics show increased mental health emergencies among youth during the pandemic.

The atlas moth spotted on a garage in the City of Bellevue. Courtesy of WSDA.

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First U.S. sighting of atlas moth spotted in the City of Bellevue

The atlas moth is one of the largest known moths in the world, with a wingspan of up…

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King County’s small farmers need livestock processing options

Carnation Farms’ processing plant was a critical resource for many small livestock producers.

Aftermath of the car crash that took place on August 15 at the intersection of 156th Avenue Northeast and Northup Way. Courtesy of Bellevue Police Department.

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Collision involving King County Metro bus kills 81-year-old man

This incident marks the first traffic fatality in the City of Bellevue in 2022.

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Infectious disease expert suggests monkeypox prevention techniques for college students

As of August 15, there have been 240 confirmed monkeypox virus cases in King County.

A map showing the expanding areas of wildfire risk in the region. Red areas indicate the greatest wildfire risk areas. (Courtesy of Washington Department of Natural Resources)

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King County releases first-ever Wildfire Risk Reduction Strategy

Amid expanding fire risks, the plan makes recommendations for agencies across the region.

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Bellevue chiropractor accused of possessing, dealing child pornography

Robert Brad Ulrich pleaded not guilty, pre-trial hearing is Sept. 13.

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Office of Law Enforcement Oversight director issues statement on behavioral health response

Calls for non-law-enforcement teams to respond to non-violent emergencies related to mental health.

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Housing First: ‘What if we do nothing about homelessness?’ | Podcast

A podcast about King County’s Health Through Housing initiative.

The honey bee swarm getting situated in the “Cats in Hats” hive. Courtesy of Iron Bee Apiary.

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Honey bee swarm outside Bellevue City Hall is relocated

Iron Bee Apiary, located in Sammamish, took the bees in on August 11.

Executive Dow Constantine. Courtesy of King County.

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County executive announces coalition to tackle King County’s degrading state of behavioral health care

The policy proposals will be delivered to the King Couty Council next month.

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Bellevue police arrest suspects believed to be a part of organized retail theft rings

Investigators believe the suspects are responsible for over $100,000 in stolen goods.

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DOH opens call center to answer questions about monkeypox virus

Washingtonians can now call 1-833-829-HELP for any questions relating to the monkeypox virus.

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Free vaccination events provide required back-to-school immunizations

In 2021, 13% fewer vaccinations were administered to King County children ages 4-5.

A kindergarten student at Panther Lake Elementary raises her hand during attendance on the first day of in-person learning on March 15, 2021. The DOH updated guidance that students and staff who return from isolation must wear masks in school for five days. Photo by Olivia Sullivan/Sound Publishing

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DOH releases COVID-19 updates for Washington K-12 schools, child care

The Department of Health guidance update includes required five-day isolation for positive COVID tests.

Courtesy of DreamBox Learning.

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DreamBox Learning launches new data and analytics tools

The new tools will assist educators with tracking student progress and to close learning gaps.

Front of Silver Cloud Inn purchased in Redmond to serve as permanent supportive housing under the county’s Health Through Housing initiative. Photo by Cameron Sheppard/Sound Publishing

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King County officials reflect on Health Through Housing criticisms and goals

Dow Constantine and Leo Flor uphold belief in the housing first approach.