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Gunshot death on 520 was self inflicted, officials say

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Gunshot death on 520 was self inflicted, officials say

Closed lane reopened at about 10:40 a.m. Monday.

Local House reps. vote in favor of removing MMR personal exemptions

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Local House reps. vote in favor of removing MMR personal exemptions

Eastside politicians vote overwhelmingly in favor of HB 1638.

Stephanie Quiroz/staff photo                                 Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2995 club manager Rob Bailey and lifetime auxiliary member of Post 5694 and guest of the VFW Post 2995 Cecilia Maers with the donated AED and cabinet.

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Redmond VFW Post 2995 receives donated AED and cabinet

AED will benefit the post and surrounding businesses.

Vigil event at Redmond mosque brings in 1,000-plus crowd

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Vigil event at Redmond mosque brings in 1,000-plus crowd

The event also included a teach-in to school attendees on Islamophobia and its root causes.

Kids in Kirkland enjoy the two days off from school by sledding down a hill at Peter Kirk Park. Madison Miller/staff photo

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Eastside schools announce schedule accommodations to snow days

Some districts have built-in make-up days but not all.

Students walk out of class for Youth Climate Strike

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Students walk out of class for Youth Climate Strike

Nationwide action to draw attention to climate change took place March 15.

King County Executive Dow Constantine visits Redmond Rotary Club to talk about the region’s most pressing issues on March 7. Photo courtesy of King County

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King County Executive Constantine visits Redmond Rotary Club

Constantine talks transportation, conservation and homelessness.

“Your Mind Flashlight: A User’s Guide” helps kids and adults understand the connection between thoughts and feelings. Photo courtesy of Stephanie Lambert.

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Local mom writes guide to help kids control negative thoughts

Stephanie Lambert writes “Your Mind Flashlight: A User’s Guide” to help kids navigate negative thoughts, low self-esteem, anxiety.

United Methodist vote has churches’ future in question

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United Methodist vote has churches’ future in question

Congregations debate separation following gay-clergy, same-sex marriage ban.

Semilla Flamenco students opened the show for the famous Karen Lugo on Feb. 22 at the Bellevue Performing Arts Center. Photo courtesy of Bibiana Ruiz.

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Redmond’s Semilla Flamenca students open the show for Flamenco star Karen Lugo

Karen Lugo is an internationally awarded dancer and choreographer

Paige Bisbee, of Bellevue is a paid employee at Davis Wright Tremaine in Bellevue. As part of the law firm’s inclusive program, Bisbee distributes snacks and office supplies to her co-workers. Stephanie Quiroz/staff photo.

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People with disabilities find purpose through new employment opportunities

Paige Bisbee of Bellevue finds employment at Davis Wright Tremaine

Microsoft employees criticize military contract in open letter

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Microsoft employees criticize military contract in open letter

If an employee wants to work on a different project or team, for whatever reason, the company supports…

Mayor John Marchione presented his annual State of the City address at the Marriott hotel in the Redmond Town Center on Feb. 22. Stephanie Quiroz/staff photo

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Redmond’s Marchione delivers annual State of the City address

This was the mayor’s final address as he is not running for a fourth term.

Women in law enforcement take the lead

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Women in law enforcement take the lead

King County’s female police chiefs outline their career paths.

Mayor John Marchione was among many community members to place their handprints in the wet cement below the new sign at the Muslim Association of Puget Sound in Redmond after the mosque’s old sign was vandalized in 2016. File photoMAPS Sign

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Examining hate crimes on the Eastside

The Anti-Defamation League has been tracking hate-fueled crimes and incidents to paint a picture of trends in communities.

King County murder suspect found after months long search

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King County murder suspect found after months long search

Mical Roberts arrested in Tacoma.

Suzanne Maxon purchases raffle tickets from two Friends of Youth volunteers at the Celebration of Youth event on March 1. Madison Miller/staff photo.

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Friends of Youth celebrates local youth at annual fundraiser

This year’s event raised $369,000.

Attendees viewed Maja Petric’s light installations on Feb. 22. Petric’s art gallery is located at 16528 Cleveland St., Building D in Redmond. Stephanie Quiroz/staff photo

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Redmond’s artist-in-residence opens AIEye Art Gallery

New media artist Maja Petrić showcases AIEye series, including Lost Skies

Val D’Alessio, Jaspar Lepak and Mandy Troxel will be performing at the SoulFood CoffeeHouse for International Women’s Day. From left, Val D’Alessio, Jaspar Lepak and Mandy Troxel. Photo courtesy of Jaspar Lepak

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Local musicians celebrate women in upcoming concert in Redmond

Val D’Alessio, Jaspar Lepak and Mandy Troxel will be performing at the SoulFood CoffeeHouse for International Women’s Day.

Toni Underwood of Redmond works out with PrimeFit coach three times a week. Stephanie Quiroz/staff photo

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98, blind and living life in Redmond

Toni Underwood says staying active and healthy has allowed her to enjoy life so much more.