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State superintendent announces proposal for free school meals
Proposal asks WA Legislature to allocate $86 million annually.
News
Washington’s COVID-19 state of emergency to end Oct. 31
Gov. Jay Inslee announced the order will end nearly three years after he first issued it.
Northwest
Man killed by police at Federal Way Transit Center
Incident Feb. 4 started on bus; man armed with knife reportedly charged at officers
Northwest
JUDGED BY XII: Auburn cop’s death-themed tattoos go public
Episode 7 in this special podcast series explores the release of unredacted photos showing Jeffrey Nelson’s tattoos.
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How to stay safe from wildfire smoke in Washington
Department of Health reminds Washingtonians to stay indoors when smoke is in the air.
Northwest
Judge releases unredacted photos of Auburn cop’s tattoos
Court previously said photos of Jeffrey Nelson’s tattoos would prejudice the jury pool.
Northwest
Department of Commerce awards $350K to Federal Way Public Schools for upgrades
With the funds, 18 schools will receive energy efficiency improvements.
Northwest
Renton man killed in single-vehicle crash in Auburn
The crash resulted in a brush fire Aug. 28 on State Route 167.
Northwest
State trooper shoots driver in Federal Way
The driver had reportedly struck another vehicle and was shot during an altercation.
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WA lawmakers celebrate passage of Inflation Reduction Act
The bill includes provisions to reduce prescription drug prices and climate change investments.
Northwest
Two new Sounder train cars arrive for Seattle-Lakewood line
Part of an 11-car purchase by Sound Transit for $46.5 million
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Secretary of state debate: Sparks fly as Hobbs and Anderson face off
Julie Anderson called Steve Hobbs an “inexperienced political appointee.” He’s been in the job since Inslee put him…
Northwest
Hiking at Mt. Rainier: This summer, visit a paradise on Earth
If you’ve never visited the Paradise area of Mt. Rainier, there’s still time this summer to correct that…
Northwest
Man killed in Federal Way road-rage shooting identified
Ignacio Travis Santos, 25, of Federal Way, died of gunshot wound in Aug. 8 incident
Northwest
King County’s small farmers need livestock processing options
Carnation Farms’ processing plant was a critical resource for many small livestock producers.
News
GOP cheered abortion ruling. Democrats responded by voting.
A swell of electoral support for Democrats pushed turnout higher in primary. Republicans look to adjust for November
Northwest
Federal Way officer receives suspension for posting controversial TikTok video
Officer Breanna Straus was suspended pay for one shift.
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King County officials reflect on Health Through Housing criticisms and goals
Dow Constantine and Leo Flor uphold belief in the housing first approach.
Life
Meteor showers light up August nights in the Pacific Northwest
Stargazers can track Perseids at sites around Washington state.
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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.