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Islanders hold leadership roles in state Legislature

Judy Clibborn, Tana Senn and Steve Litzow are returning to Olympia in influential positions.

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Transportation Commission to discuss tolling

The meeting to discuss Tacoma Narrows and State Route 520 and revise toll rates for 2015 is in…

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City briefs | 2014 public records requests

Council planning session set for this weekend; City’s open space plan update ready for comments; County radio network…

Jon Newman and Aaron Sandorffy parade with Congregation Shevet Achim’s two Torahs to the synagogue’s new home in the former Christian Science Church on Island Crest Way.

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Church becomes synagogue

Congregation Shevet Achim moves into former Christian church.

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People, pets should avoid algae in Lake Washington

King County Public Health reports toxic algae present in lake.

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‘American Greed’ to feature former Islander

A CNBC show about financial crimes will showcase the Ponzi scheme of former Islander Frederick Darren Berg.

Seniors Evan Condon

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MI wrestling fifth at Island Invitational

Islanders boast winners in three weight classes, with two taking home Outstanding Wrestler awards.

MICA's conceptual drawings of the proposed performance venue in the Town Center show how it will integrate with the park

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Mercer Island Center for the Arts selects design team

MICA will be a multi-theater venue for plays, dance, concerts, recitals, lectures, films and all forms of performing…

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Police Blotter | Man arrested after fighting on bus

Islanders witness thefts and houses being egged, and report them to police.

This brightly-colored Anna’s Hummingbird was photographed in the First Hill neighborhood last month. The annual Audubon bird count on the Island was conducted on Dec. 27.

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58 species of birds counted on Island

The 115th annual Audubon Christmas Bird Count was held on Mercer Island on Dec. 27.

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PSE offers $500 rebate for EV chargers

Rebates are available on the purchase of more than 30 types of Level 2 electric vehicle chargers.

The planned solar array for CIty Hall will be completely funded by private investors

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City hoping to hear from community solar investors

A 273 panel, 75 kilowatt array planned for City Hall will be financed with private funds.

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City briefs | Tana Senn resigns, Council vacancy to be filled Jan. 20

Eleven Islanders applied for City Council, and a new member will be chosen next week.