Janis Thompson | Obituary

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Janis Thompson | Obituary

April 13, 1931 – April 4, 2025

Dash Point State Park. Washington State Parks photo

Northwest

WA Legislature approves hiking Discover Pass price to $45

The increase would take effect on Oct. 1, 2025.

King County Courthouse in Seattle. Courtesy photo

Opinion

Jury service is the cornerstone of democratic participation | Guest column

Jury service is the most likely role residents will have in our justice system.

Jean Elizabeth Millan | Obituary

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Jean Elizabeth Millan | Obituary

Jean Elizabeth Millan passed away peacefully with her family by her side on June 26 at St. Francis…

Courtesy File Photo, WSDOT

Northwest

6-cent gas tax hike central to new transportation deal in Legislature

The tax would also rise in the future to account for inflation

(Screenshot/Courtesy of King County)

Northwest

King County fingerprint ID levy is passing at the polls

Election results: The levy would authorize an additional property tax for seven years, beginning in 2026.

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Fifth case of measles in state identified in a King County infant

Traveled through Sea-Tac Airport and visited Seattle Children’s Hospital

Jayne Arden Hurlbut | Obituary

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Jayne Arden Hurlbut | Obituary

February 23, 1943 - March 25, 2025

Richard Donald Bylin | Obituary

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Richard Donald Bylin | Obituary

January 29, 1949 - February 8, 2025

LeRoy Habryle | Obituary

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LeRoy Habryle | Obituary

September 29, 1936 – March 23, 2025

The city of Renton is considering ways to better protect LGBTQ+ rights in the city. File photo

Northwest

Renton City Council considers ways to protect LGBTQ rights

Debate revolves around creating a proclamation or a resolution.

Courtesy Photo, State of Washington

Northwest

Democrats in Washington Legislature reveal sweeping new tax plan

It cobbles together a range of hikes, including on businesses, capital gains and property

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Northwest

Permit requirement for gun purchases clears state Senate

The Legislature has never come closer to implementing the policy, which about 12 other states have in place.

Renton Mayor Armondo Pavone announced Renton will host a national soccer team during the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Seattle. COURTESY PHOTO, City of Renton

Sports

Renton to host national soccer team for 2026 FIFA World Cup

Mayor: ‘This is an opportunity for Renton to showcase ourselves on the world stage next year.’

Jean Louise McDermott | Obituary

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Jean Louise McDermott | Obituary

April 17, 1923 to February 5, 2025

Jack and Dorothy Van Camp | Obituary

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Jack and Dorothy Van Camp | Obituary

In remembrance of our beloved parents, a burial service will be held at the Tahoma National Cemetery on…

Michael Perry | Obituary

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Michael Perry | Obituary

August 12, 1957 - March 20, 2025

Courtesy Photo, Renton Police

Northwest

Renton Police Department expands vehicle fleet

Council approves purchase of 18 vehicles for $1.1 million.

Braeden Cootes will lead the Kent-based Seattle Thunderbirds against the Everett Silvertips in a best-of-seven Western Hockey League playoff series. COURTESY PHOTO, Brian Liesse, Seattle Thunderbirds

Sports

WHL Playoff Preview: Kent-based Seattle vs Everett

Thunderbirds and Silvertips open best-of-seven series Friday, March 28 in Everett

(Screenshot/Courtesy of King County)

Northwest

Fingerprint ID levy to go before King County voters in April special election

The levy would authorize an additional property tax for seven years, beginning in 2026.