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Health insurance premiums to rise for WA small businesses

This marks the highest increase for small employers in the last decade.

By Grace Deng Washington State Standard • October 22, 2024 12:35 pm


Judge sentences ex-King County guard for bribery to allow drugs...

Gets eight years, six months for taking $5,000 bribe to provide drugs to inmates

By Steve Hunter • October 11, 2024 12:32 pm
King County Elections mails ballots for Nov. 5 general election

About 1.4 million ballots sent out; King County Elections projects 82% turnout

By Steve Hunter • October 16, 2024 11:50 am
Discussion continues for KC Sheriff’s Office search warrant policies

Following a list of policy changes in July, discussion between the Office of Law Enforcement Oversight and the King County…

By Benjamin Leung • October 16, 2024 9:04 am
WA women 9th in nation for breast cancer diagnoses, analysis...

Washington women were more likely to be diagnosed with breast cancer despite receiving fewer mammograms than the national average in…

By Grace Deng Washington State Standard • October 14, 2024 1:07 pm
Boeing will stop production of the Everett-built 767 in 2027

In an email Friday to employees, Boeing’s CEO also said the troubled aerospace giant will cut its global workforce by 10%.

By Michael Henneke • October 11, 2024 3:20 pm
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Study Smart, Save Big—Get Connected NOW Without Breaking the Bank

As students in Washington return to school, they are prioritizing quality, affordable, and flexible internet service options. They need internet…

By Andy Colley • August 29, 2024 1:30 am

Another invisible child: Interview with a survivor of familial trafficking

I met Jessica (pseudonym), a survivor of familial sex trafficking, and Audrey Baedke from the nonprofit REST (Real Escape from the Sex Trade) to understand the invisible reality of child abuse.

By Jayendrina Singha Ray Guest column • October 8, 2024 2:06 pm
Thoughts on Memorial Day and the ultimate sacrifice | Brunell

On Memorial Day, we traditionally honor Americans in our military who gave their lives in battle for our country. It…

May 27, 2024 2:15 pm
Local farm’s fame blooms in light of a newly-discovered dahlia

“Daffodahlia” caught the attention of Martha Stewart.

By Ray Miller-Still • October 8, 2024 10:45 am
Korean Prosecutors Association launches Pacific Northwest Chapter

King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion delivered a speech at the launch ceremony.

By Joshua Solorzano • October 6, 2024 11:30 am
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August 29, 2024 1:30 am
Rimini Ristorante opened last month to rave reviews – savor a true taste of Italy on the Kirkland waterfront! Rimini photos Sponsored
September 2, 2024 6:00 am
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August 12, 2024 6:30 am
The Nardone family is excited to weclome you to their new restaurant – Rimini, opening soon in historic Kirkland with Italian favourites and their celebrated hospitality. Sponsored
July 22, 2024 6:00 am
Several King County grocery stores on Kroger-Albertsons sale list

See the entire list, which includes Safeway, QFC and Haggen stores.

By Steve Hunter • July 9, 2024 4:51 pm
Black Press Media concludes transition of ownership

Black Press Media, which operates Sound Publishing, completed its sale Monday (March 25), following the formerly announced corporate restructuring.

March 25, 2024 3:50 pm