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FEMA denies funds to WA for damage caused by 2024...

Gov. Bob Ferguson says federal funds are needed to address $34 million in damage caused by the storm, and that the state will appeal.

By Bailey Josie • April 14, 2025 3:00 pm


Democrats in Washington Legislature reveal sweeping new tax plan

It cobbles together a range of hikes, including on businesses, capital gains and property

By Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard • April 16, 2025 11:30 am
Permit requirement for gun purchases clears state Senate

The Legislature has never come closer to implementing the policy, which about 12 other states have in place.

By Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard • April 16, 2025 11:15 am
Measles case identified in King County adult

4th case in state in 2025; Public Health – Seattle & King County says minimal risk to public from case

By Steve Hunter • April 11, 2025 1:01 pm
King County budget deficit could bring big consequences

A new Senate bill related to property taxes is seen as one way to mitigate the effects.

By Joshua Solorzano • April 5, 2025 1:30 pm
New catalytic converter law aimed at deterring theft in WA

The new law also creates specific and real penalties for people who don’t follow the rules.

By Joshua Solorzano • April 2, 2025 9:17 am
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Grants available to boost small businesses in Seattle

Comcast RISE packages offer help with technology, creative production, media and a $5,000 grant 

By Andy Colley, for Comcast NBCUniversal • April 17, 2025 1:30 am

Carjackers caught after pursuit | KC Crime Dive

In this episode: Kent Police arrested two men for investigation of robbery after a reported carjacking early Feb. 26 on the West Hill and a vehicle pursuit into Auburn.

By Cameron Sheppard • March 10, 2024 11:05 am
Cigarette leads to arrest of murder suspects | KC Crime...

In this episode: A discarded cigarette found by detectives outside the Kent Valley Motel helped lead to the arrest of a Seattle man and woman for allegedly killing two people Jan. 31, 2023, inside a room at the motel.

By Cameron Sheppard • March 9, 2024 11:05 am
Double murder charges for white supremacists | KC Crime Dive...

In this episode: King County prosecutors have charged a Snohomish man with the Nov. 2023 murders of a man and woman near Renton — and charged a Tulalip man with assisting in hiding the bodies. Prosecutors also charged one suspect with animal cruelty in the first degree for the killing of the horse.

By Cameron Sheppard • March 7, 2024 11:05 am
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April 17, 2025 1:30 am
The Snohomish County Senior Resource Expo will feature over 50 exhibitors as well as guest speaker, retired Navy Captain and former Commanding Officer Kim Buike.
The Snohomish County Senior Resource Expo will feature over 50 exhibitors as well as guest speaker, retired Navy Captain and former Commanding Officer Kim Buike. Sponsored
March 3, 2025 6:00 am
Cathy Bell, Valley Cities’ Midway Clinic Manager (front right) and the Valley Cities New Journeys team. Photo courtesy of Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care. Sponsored
February 17, 2025 6:00 am

The Double Bind

Allegations of rape will get you an audience with the King County Prosecutor’s office. But justice is more elusive.

By Sara Bernard • December 7, 2016 1:30 am
The Fear and Resolve of Those Most Threatened by a...

Seattle’s Muslims and Mexican immigrants share their hopes and concerns following the election.

By Jovelle Tamayo • January 18, 2017 1:30 am