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Ban of guns at government meetings, ballot counting advances
The prohibition would cover open and concealed carry of firearms. State House Democrats overrode Republican objections.
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Vaccine verification requirement will end March 1, officials announce
King County officials say this decision is backed by science.
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Seattle Sounders FC announce new HQ at Renton’s Longacres site
Facility is expected to open in 2024, before Seattle potentially hosts FIFA World Cup games in 2026.
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King County Metro and Sound Transit seek feedback from Eastside residents
2 Line light rail link to serve 10 new stations by 2023.
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Legislators sound off on Mercer Island mayor’s letter to the community
Letter focused on public policy and proposed zoning bills.
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County files homicide charges in Kirkland fentanyl overdose case
Defendant accused of selling blue M30 fentanyl pills to clients after victim died in his apartment.
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State Superintendent recommends change of mask mandate policies in schools, claims ‘landscape’ of pandemic has changed
Meanwhile, the state’s largest public school employees’ union continues support for masks in schools.
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Lesko and Bailey share their stories of receiving mental health support
MIYFS Foundation holds 20th annual fundraising breakfast.
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Suspects flee business with bags of stolen goods | Mercer Island police blotter
Selected reports Jan. 31-Feb. 6.
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Inslee: Mask mandate is going away, but not quite yet
Governor said he’ll say exactly when next week. Meanwhile, a pause on elective surgeries will end Feb. 17.
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U.S. House passes postal service reform bill after concerns of facility closures and declining service standards
The bill intends to improve services, expand transparency and to save the agency billions.
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Pair of Mercer Island School District levy renewals are passing after early results
Needing a simple majority to pass, a pair of Mercer Island School District levy renewals were on the…
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City council approves agenda bill regarding ARPA funds
Portion of funds will go toward GIS utility network data upgrade.