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What’s next for Washington’s 2045 green energy goal?

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What’s next for Washington’s 2045 green energy goal?

The Legislature set the goal, but how does the state actually get there?

Tasting room proposal could redefine alcohol production in King County

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Tasting room proposal could redefine alcohol production in King County

Pilot program would benefit wineries, breweries and distilleries. Several farmers are concerned.

In a 2015 report from the Washington State Department of Ecology, King County’s Cedar Hills Regional Landfill received 53,739 tons of of plastic bags and wrap from housing and commercial sources alone. File photo/Sound Publishing

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No good solution to the plastics problem

Plastic is piling up everywhere from King County to ocean floors, and humans keep making more.

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King County homelessness count shows 17 percent decrease overall

Decreases are not even among different demographics.

Contributed photo                                Bud Palmberg was the lead pastor of the Evergreen Covenant Church for nearly three decades and saw the church grow from 55 to more than 1,000. He died on May 21 on a mission trip to Bali.

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Remembering Bud Palmberg

The longtime resident and pastor was beloved by many who knew him.

King County’s $5 million derelict boat problem

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King County’s $5 million derelict boat problem

When a boat sinks, it costs a lot to bring it up, with millions being spent since 2003…

Self-driving cars: Heaven or hell?

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Self-driving cars: Heaven or hell?

Depending on factors, traffic and environmental impacts could become better or worse.

King County Councilman Reagan Dunn sent a letter to the FBI asking for them to help investigate Allan Thomas (pictured), who is under investigation for stealing more than $400,000 of public funds and skirting election laws in an Enumclaw drainage district. Screenshot from King 5 report

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King County Council requests report on special districts in wake of fraud allegations

Small, local special districts will face more scrutiny following Enumclaw drainage district case.

The Marquee on Meeker Apartments, 2030 W. Meeker St. in Kent, will feature 492 apartments and 12,000 square feet of retail. The first phase of 288 apartments is expected to be completed in early 2020. Developers are targeting people in their 20s and 30s to rent their high-end, urban-style apartments. Steve Hunter/staff photo

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Housing study pokes holes in conventional wisdom

High construction and land costs will incentivize developers to build luxury units.

Eviction reform passed by state Legislature

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Eviction reform passed by state Legislature

Tenant protections included longer notices and more judicial discretion.

(Linda J. Smith) Cherry trees fully in bloom at the state capital in Olympia.                                (Linda J. Smith) Cherry trees fully in bloom at the state capital in Olympia.

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I-1000 passes state legislature as advocates hope to increase equality

The initiative could allow affirmative action to return to Washington state after 20 years.

Mercer Island’s city manager resigns

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Mercer Island’s city manager resigns

Julie Underwood tendered her resignation on May 7 ahead of a city council meeting.

I-90 bus routes could be eliminated in 2023

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I-90 bus routes could be eliminated in 2023

King County Metro and Sound Transit are considering service changes with the arrival of light rail.