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DOH awards $2.5 million to local environmental organizations
Fifteen community-based and Tribal organizations throughout the state have been awarded funds.
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King County executive signs order to better protect immigrants
Girmay Zahilay’s first executive order goes into effect immediately.
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WA teacher sexual misconduct cases shielded from public
An InvestigateWest analysis of the state’s educator misconduct database shows gaps allowing teachers to escape scrutiny.
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Measles in Washington state: What you need to know
At least 23 cases reported so far in 2026.
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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…
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State bill would prohibit local bans on encampments in Washington
Would keep cities and counties from criminalizing camping on public property.
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Extra DUI patrols set for Super Bowl weekend in King County
More police to be out Feb. 6-8
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State Senate approves lower drunk driving limit
The bill drops it to 0.05% from 0.08%; still needs House approval
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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…
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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…
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Leesa Manion seeks reelection as King County Prosecuting Attorney
Defeated Federal Way Mayor Jim Ferrell in November 2022
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What’s on the agenda for Washington’s 2026 legislative session
With a looming $1.6 billion to $2.3 billion budget shortfall hanging over the Washington state legislature, House and…
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Flood Patrol is King County’s ‘eyes and ears’ in flood emergencies
“This work is physically demanding and often unseen,” the county said.