Early election results: MISD levy is passing

Voters are approving the a Mercer Island School District (MISD) replacement Educational Programs & Operations (EP&O) Levy in the Feb....

By Reporter Staff • February 10, 2026 8:23 pm


State bill would prohibit local bans on encampments in Washington

Would keep cities and counties from criminalizing camping on public property.

By Jake Goldstein-Street Washington State Standard • February 6, 2026 12:53 pm
Extra DUI patrols set for Super Bowl weekend in King County

More police to be out Feb. 6-8

By Steve Hunter • February 3, 2026 2:57 pm
Report finds Mercer Island emissions have decreased

Special to the Reporter

February 6, 2026 11:30 am
State Senate approves lower drunk driving limit

The bill drops it to 0.05% from 0.08%; still needs House approval

By Jerry Cornfield Washington State Standard • January 29, 2026 10:15 am
Mercer Island has a long history of welcoming both visitors and new residents. Courtesy John L. Scott Sponsored
Mercer Island lore – the past, present and future

I have been fortunate enough to live on Mercer Island for the better part of 30 years. However, it wasn’t…

By Connor Holden, John L Scott • February 1, 2026 12:30 pm





Let’s play two: Shea competes for MIHS basketball and baseball teams

Whether it’s on the basketball court or the baseball diamond, Ewan Shea is always caught up in the enjoyment of…

By Andy Nystrom • February 6, 2026 1:30 pm
Governor talks potential return of SuperSonics with NBA commissioner

With the NBA considering a possible expansion, Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson met Feb. 5 with the league’s commissioner to offer…

By Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard • February 6, 2026 10:37 am


Mercer Island has a long history of welcoming both visitors and new residents. Courtesy John L. Scott Sponsored
February 1, 2026 12:30 pm
Carnation Farms hosts immersive events celebrating regenerative agriculture, farm-to-table food and community connection across its historic Snoqualmie Valley landscape setting. Sponsored
January 26, 2026 6:00 am
Mercer Island is an ideal location for retirees, whether they prefer aging in place or downsizing into a seniors’ residence. Sponsored
January 5, 2026 6:00 am
Seattle Art Museum presents the special exhibition Farm to Table: Art, Food and Identity in the Age of Impressionism. Sponsored
January 5, 2026 6:00 am

Thoughts on immigration enforcement and public reaction | Commentary

From what I’ve observed in the past few weeks, immigration coverage and public reaction feel more chaotic, emotional, and polarized…

By Linnea Augustine, Guest columnist • February 9, 2026 2:00 pm
The Super Bowl and thoughts on being a 12 | Greg Asimakoupoulos

This weekend’s rematch between the New England Patriots and the Seahawks finds Seattle fans recalling the nightmare conclusion to Super…

By Greg Asimakoupoulos Greg Asimakoupoulos • February 2, 2026 2:15 pm

As pennies disappear, WA seeks solution that makes sense

When the federal government stopped making pennies, it left it up to states to decide how retailers deal with the…

By Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard • February 9, 2026 11:55 am
Gov. Ferguson denounces recent actions by ICE as ‘un-American’

OLYMPIA – Gov. Bob Ferguson and Attorney General Nick Brown condemned the actions of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers…

By Cassie Diamond, WNPA Foundation • January 28, 2026 9:18 am