MIPD officers help rescue man who fell through ice at Fish Lake

Marine Patrol Unit members were participating in ice rescue training in Chelan County on Feb. 3.

By Andy Nystrom • February 5, 2026 2:30 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
Carnation Farms hosts immersive events celebrating regenerative agriculture, farm-to-table food and community connection across its historic Snoqualmie Valley landscape setting. Sponsored
Step inside Carnation Farms: Where food, community and culture come alive

Explore farm-to-table dinners, a wine school, workshops and immersive events at the Snoqualmie Valley farm.

By Carnation Farms • January 26, 2026 6:00 am





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
NYHS boys basketball squad having a stellar season

Northwest Yeshiva High School’s boys basketball team recently won a pair of SeaTac 1B League tournament playoff games against Redeemer…

By Reporter Staff • February 6, 2026 10:30 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

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
Why consistent academic reporting matters | Commentary

At the Jan.15 school board meeting, each Mercer Island elementary school presented a School Improvement Plan (SIP) outlining student performance,…

By Linnea Augustine, Guest columnist • January 26, 2026 2:00 pm

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
King County honors budget director for distinguished service

The King County Council a former county employee with the MLK Medal of Distinguished Service, only the fourth county employee…

By Drew Dotson • January 27, 2026 8:40 am