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As proposed by King County Public Health, safe drug consumption sites would feature medical personnel with naloxone to prevent overdose deaths and sterile needles for drug users to prevent the spread of disease. Photo by Todd Huffman/Wikipedia Commons

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Safe drug site challenge heads to state Supreme Court

The case will determine if an initiative banning the project in King County can go to the ballot.

Headshot courtesy of Cindi Bright

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Cindi Bright announces candidacy for 48th District representative

The local radio host is running for Pos. 2.

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Redmond welcomes new Public Works director

Martin Pastucha was confirmed as the new director on May 1.

Board members of All Home stand behind King County Executive Dow Constantine and Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan during a May 3 press conference at the Salvation Army William Booth Center. Photo by Josh Kelety

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King County and Seattle agree to restructure regional homelessness programs

The move comes after calls for change from advocates within the system.

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King County task force to explore solutions to ‘recycling crisis’

With tighter regulations affecting the flow of recyclables in the U.S., officials look for new avenues for the…

Woman swindled by online ‘sugardaddy’ | Police blotter for April 16-22

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Woman swindled by online ‘sugardaddy’ | Police blotter for April 16-22

This is not a complete list of all incidents that occurred in Redmond during this time period.

Secretary of State pushes for pre-paid postage for ballots

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Secretary of State pushes for pre-paid postage for ballots

Kim Wyman is asking Gov. Jay Inslee for the authority to reimburse counties for postal costs.

Eastside state legislators talk carbon fees, housing and cars at UW Bothell

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Eastside state legislators talk carbon fees, housing and cars at UW Bothell

Eastside lawmakers met on April 26 for a debrief with constituent businesses.

Transit-oriented development near the Othello Station in Southeast Seattle. Photo by SounderBruce/Wikipedia Commons

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Sound Transit plans to facilitate affordable housing near light rail stations

The agency is setting aside land in hopes of making transit more equitable.

Cargo transportation was among the various regional industries driving wage and employment growth in King County. Photo via PxHere

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King County employment numbers continue to rise

New statistics show a decrease in unemployment and higher average pay, but the growth may start to slow.

City of Redmond studies proposed Overlake redevelopment

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City of Redmond studies proposed Overlake redevelopment

The Seritage Development would create apartments along with retail, office and commercial space.

All Home board members meet in Seattle on April 23 to talk about its structure. Photo by Josh Kelety

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The never-ending search for an effective King County homeless plan

While All Home attempts to address the issue, the group’s lack of actual power results in little change.

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Redmond included in modern architecture and design tour

The Modern Architecture+Design Society returns for its annual Seattle Modern Home Tour on April 28.

Bellevue hosts open house on toll lane expansion

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Bellevue hosts open house on toll lane expansion

State and local officials met with residents about proposed expansions of toll lanes on I-405.

A Canadian safe consumption site in Lethbridge. Photo supplied by ARCHES in Lethbridge

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County plans for second safe drug site on hold

Following intense resistance to the proposal from the suburbs, county officials are taking a wait-and-see approach.

Erika Vandenbrande. Photo courtesy of the city of Redmond

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Redmond appoints interim planning director

Erika Vandenbrande is the interim director and has been with the city since 2001.

Redmond murder suspect pleads not guilty

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Redmond murder suspect pleads not guilty

Aterraka Scotland is accused of killing her wife.

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County emphasizes impaired driving patrols on 4/20

King County deputies will be patrolling with a dedicated focus on impaired driver detection.

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LWSD’s budget earns Meritorious Budget Award

The award reflects the district’s strategic goal of being fiscally responsible.

Redmond teen hijacks city golf cart | Police blotter for April 9-14

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Redmond teen hijacks city golf cart | Police blotter for April 9-14

This is not a complete list of all incidents that occurred in Redmond during this time period.