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More details released around June 8 bomb threat

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More details released around June 8 bomb threat

The device was found to be harmless; the suspect already had an active warrant.

TLG Motion Pictures CEO Erik Bernard and TLG founder Courtney LeMarco on a set. Photo courtesy TLG Motion Pictures.

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Local production company seeking film, TV pitches from young minority creatives

The Big Pitch competition, put on by TLG Motion Pictures (“Hoarders”), started about six months ago.

The victim was shot around 8 p.m. at the corner of Cleveland Street and 164th Avenue Northeast. Photo courtesy Redmond Police Department

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Update: suspect from Sunday shooting now in custody

A 31-year-old man was shot in Redmond’s downtown; he is still being treated

From surveillance footage. Photo courtesy Redmond police                                From surveillance footage. Photo courtesy Redmond police

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Bicyclist struck by truck; driver takes off

The suspect drives a maroon GMC Sierra with a grey stripe on the hood.

Nonprofit launches new online COVID-19 local resource hub for King County

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Nonprofit launches new online COVID-19 local resource hub for King County

Hub collects links for more than 300 local resources for people affected by virus.

File photo.

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New details released around Mercer Island victim in Renton hotel homicide

Remains of Mercer Island man were discovered by police last week in Renton hotel.

EvergreenHealth Kirkland exterior. File photo

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EvergreenHealth Foundation receives $120,000 donation for ventilators

The donation was provided by Emerald Communities.

Savannah Lynn and Will Chadek in the Second Story Repertory of Redmond’s production of “The Fantasticks.” “The Fantasticks” had been performed three times by the organization until coronavirus concerns resulted in the cancellation of the remaining dates. Photo by Michael Brunk

Life

How is the coronavirus affecting the arts?

Representatives from Eastside arts institutions discuss their experiences.

A shot of downtown Kirkland. Samantha St. John of the city’s chamber of commerce said that Kirkland’s business community is likely being more detrimentally affected than others on the Eastside due to the city’s often being deemed the epicenter of the coronavirus epidemic. Blake Peterson/staff photo

Business

‘We’re just kind of in limbo’: Eastside businesses feeling significant economic effects amid coronavirus pandemic

Eastside chamber representatives discuss the states of their business communities.

Tim Killian, a public liaison for the Life Care Center, spoke at a press conference on March 7. This is the first time Life Care, whose Kirkland location has been linked with most coronavirus cases in the U.S., has publicly addressed the situation. Screenshot from livestream

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Life Care Center of Kirkland breaks silence at Saturday press conference

A public liaison for the center shedded light on resources, confirmed cases, employees and more.

Mike Weatherill holds up a picture of his mother, Louise, at a March 5 press conference. Louise, who was a resident of Life Care, died yesterday. It is unknown whether she died from coronavirus. Blake Peterson/staff photo

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‘If anyone’s questions should be answered, it’s ours’: Life Care families demand answers

Families of residents organized a press conference in front of the facility Thursday.

Bellevue skyline. File photo

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Amid coronavirus concerns, Eastside cities are taking preventative steps

Most Eastside cities are following recommendations from county officials.

King County Executive Dow Constantine at a Seattle press conference Wednesday, March 4. Screenshot from livestream

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‘We will get through this’: Officials discuss coronavirus at Wednesday press conference

The county is advising event cancellations, increased telecommuting.

Seattle & King County Public Health Official Dr. Jeff Duchin speaking at the press conference. Screenshot from press conference livestream

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14 coronavirus cases, including five deaths, in King County

County is in process of purchasing a motel intended for quarantine.

Eastside man among four arrested, described as violent extremist

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Eastside man among four arrested, described as violent extremist

He was charged, alongside three others, for a conspiracy in Seattle Feb. 26.

Blake Peterson/staff photo                                From left, Debra Entenman, Tana Senn, Lisa Callan, Brandi Kruse, Manka Dhingra, Patty Kurderer, Roger Goodman and My-Linh Thai at the event.

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I-976, affordable housing, other issues discussed at legislative breakfast event

The gathering included a keynote speech from attorney general Bob Ferguson.

Award-winning play ‘The Good Adoptee’ coming to Mercer Island

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Award-winning play ‘The Good Adoptee’ coming to Mercer Island

The autobiographical drama was penned by acclaimed playwright Suzanne Bachner.

From left: students Riley Retinger, Abby Smith, Mimmi Hubbard and Sadie Rabinowitz. Photo by Calah Webb

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‘It’s one of my favorite places to be’: School of Rock Issaquah gears up for January shows

In January, students will be paying homage to the Beatles, Black Sabbath, Chris Cornell and others.

Eastside women and family homeless shelter receives grant

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Eastside women and family homeless shelter receives grant

Premera Blue Cross selected Catholic Community Services and the Sophia Way as recipients for the $250,000 grant.

RapidRide to end with Totem Lake following alternate Redmond proposal

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RapidRide to end with Totem Lake following alternate Redmond proposal

Metro officials say they are moving forward with long-range plan.