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King County Local Dive: Toddler’s mom accused of murder; state targets invasive crabs

A new podcast for King County residents

The League of Women Voters of Seattle-King County hosted a candidate forum between Leesa Manion and Jim Ferrell in race for King County Prosecutor on July 21 at the Renton Civic Theatre. Courtesy photo

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King County prosecutor candidates discuss criminal justice issues facing the region

Jim Ferrell and Leesa Manion clash over restorative justice programs in the county.

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State’s response to monkeypox led Seattle doctor to visit Canada for vaccine

As of Aug. 3, at least 166 people in Washington had tested positive for the monkeypox virus.

Washington Superintendent of Public Instruction, Chris Reykdal (Courtesy of OSPI)

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OSPI announces plan to give working students credit towards graduation

The program is intended to recognize the skills and knowledge students acquire through employment.

Paperback Writer. Courtesy of the City of Redmond.

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Rockin’ on the River returns to Redmond

The Paperback Writer, Eagle Eyes and Monster Road will perform at the concert series.

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U.S. Department of Commerce awards $47 million in grants to WA organizations

The grants will assist with workforce development programs.

Volunteers at the Furniture Fix-it Fair. From left to right, Nataly Balacci, Xenia Dolovova, Hester Angus, Sarah Berkley, Sal Nauon, Dimitri Pierre-Louis. Photo courtesy of Xenia Dolovova.

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Fix-it Fairs refurbish furniture for local refugee families

Volunteers at the July event restored 39 pieces of furniture.

Kim Schrier (D) and Matt Larkin (R) will face off this November for Washington’s 8th Congressional District.

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Larkin will face Schrier for Congress this November

A photo finish between Reagan Dunn and Matt Larkin has turned toward the latter.

Courtesy Photo, King County Elections

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Results in for King County Fire Protection District No. 34 Prop. 1

Voters approved the proposition by 57.33%.

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Results in for 48th Legislative District 2022 primaries

Patty Kuderer garnered 71.92% of votes while Michelle Darnell garnered 27.83% of votes.

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Early results are in for 9th CD and LD 41 primaries

King County Elections posted the first round of results for tonight’s primary, including 9th Congressional District and Legislative…

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DOH launches new telehealth option to expand COVID-19 treatment access

Inunsured Washingtonians will now have access to free telehealth consultations and treatment.

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King County Local Dive: 2 random killings and a drug ring

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Still need to register to vote? Visit an elections Vote Center | King County

Vote Centers in Bellevue, Federal Way, Kenmore, Kent, Renton, and Seattle will be open July 30 and Aug.…

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Sound Transit approves free transit for kids, teens

Beginning Sept. 1, youth ages 18 and under can ride for free on Sound Transit transportation.

Eastside Fire and Rescue responds to a large brush fire July 25 on Interstate 90 near High Point Way east of Issaquah. Courtesy photo

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County sets plan to reduce wildfire risk in rural areas

Communities like the Enumclaw Plateau, Issaquah and the Snoqualmie Valley will need a blend of strategies to face…

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King County Council votes to give free transit passes to youth

All King County residents under the age of 19 to ride for free on ORCA transit.

University of Washington Professor Stuart Reges (Screenshot from Foundation of Individual Rights and Expression video)

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UW professor sues school over indigenous land acknowledgment

Stuart Reges says University of Washington’s statement is “hollow” without “concrete action.”

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Redmond City Council approves resolution in support of new public safety levy

The revenues would fund safety approaches outlined in Redmond’s Comprehensive Public Safety Plan.

Families splash and play in the water at at Federal Way’s Town Square Park to cool off from a previous heatwave in the region. (Sound Publishing file photo)

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Heatwave means mid-90s temperatures all week in Puget Sound region

Another heatwave is on its way toward the greater Seattle area, with temperatures in the mid-90s likely throughout…