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Mandatory MMR vaccine a possibility in Washington state
Measles outbreak slows as four new cases are confirmed in Oregon.
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King County cities attract development with tax exemption
Bellevue and Issaquah are among Eastside cities that use exemption as an incentive
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Women become ninjas in local self defense classes
Instructor and Mercer Island resident Fauzia Lala aims to empower women to protect themselves.
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Islanders weigh in on Aubrey Davis Park plan
The draft vision emphasizes accessibility and inclusivity for a variety of users.
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Proposal: Let Washington dog owners appeal ‘dangerous’ breed bans
28 cities have ordinances that restrict or ban ownership of pit bull terriers
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King County struggles to fund roads and bridges
Program is underfunded by roughly $250 million annually
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King County Library System exceeds 1 million digital checkouts in 2018
KCLS leads the record for the fifth year in a row
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Local salmon face dire future amid effects of climate change
At least two local salmon species in the Puget Sound region may be near the end of their…
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City of Mercer Island cuts Summer Celebration, other events
The city said the event cancellations are necessary to balance future budgets.
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Impact of transgender military ban unknown for local personnel
A week after the Supreme Court ruling, active-duty service members remain uncertain about their future.
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New ‘community facilities’ zone moves forward
After several community meetings, the Planning Commission will review the draft this week.