Environment
Hot, dry summers are stressing native tree species in Western Washington.
WA has about 10,000 untested kits; new law would reduce testing time to 45 days
‘American Idol’
Todd Beamer senior Myra Tran previously won “The X-Factor Vietnam” in 2016.
Transportation
New express toll lanes from Renton to Bellevue are coming soon.
Humans cause majority of fires in state
King County
Organization has been unable to investigate King County Sheriff’s Office.
Employees will receive wage increases and $500 bonus.
Legislature approves change
WA Legislature
Legislation would make 3-D printed guns illegal.
‘Find and value the story in you’
Former First Lady and author of ‘Becoming’ spends afternoon with local book club prior to event.
Garbage dilemma
Public hearing on landfill’s future was held March 20 in Renton.
‘Leading cause of homelessness’
Sen. Patty Kuderer, D-Bellevue, is bill’s prime sponsor.
WA Legislature
Non-traditional addresses can be used for voter registration on tribal lands
Critical decisions ahead
County has one remaining landfill located near Maple Valley, and it’s nearing capacity
Update: The decision does not affect Renton production lines.
WA Legislature
Senate and House are working toward compromise on two bills; voters could decide in November election
Attorney General
Letter addresses points of confusion over Initiative 1639
