Feds approve WA emergency declaration for record flooding
As rivers began to recede, the federal government on Dec. 12 approved Washington’s request for aid to respond to ongoing...
WA’s ban on assault weapon sales survives another challenge
A judge last month once again upheld Washington’s 2023 law banning the sale of certain semiautomatic firearms classified as assault…
Author discusses graphic novel on Japanese incarceration camps
Each year, Washington students learn about Japanese-American detainments without due process following Japan’s attack on Pearl Harbor and Kiku Hughes’ graphic novel “Displacement” has become part of that curriculum.
King County sees rise in unpermitted food vendors
Food safety rating signage now includes mobile food vendors.
Pickleball gets its own Washington license plate
Washington served up a new license plate Nov. 19, honoring the state sport of pickleball.
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Seattle, here’s how to simplify your viewing experience and save...
If you live in Seattle, chances are your entertainment setup looks like this: a mix of streaming apps, maybe a…
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Local dancers, live orchestra bring the magical Nutcracker to life
Emerald Ballet Academy presents the timeless tale at Bothell’s Northshore Performing Arts Center
King County shots fired incidents drop dramatically in 2025
Third-quarter report shows homicides by firearm down 48% from high of 31 in 2021 to 16 so far this year
King County Prosecutor implements 30-day case filing policy
Following an average of 100 days for case-filing decisions during the COVID-19 pandemic, the prosecutor’s office must now make decisions quicker.
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No Kings rallies set for Oct. 18
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Audit finds potential fraud in King County social services department
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Prosecutor’s office: Retail crime cases increasing since 2021
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King County felony juvenile diversion program is paused
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Free Discover Passes for state parks available at your local...
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King County gun violence keeps on dropping in 2025
Local singer Zan Fiskum advances to final 9 on ‘The...
Maple Valley singer has ties to Kent
Paradiso Festival is on the rocks following lawsuit
Paradiso Festival, one of the most popular annual EDM events in Washington state, may be in trouble after one of…
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They wanted to tell true-crime stories, so they started a...
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New TV show filming in Snoqualmie
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Gallery: Bumbershoot Music & Arts Festival 2019
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Seattle Art Fair renews partnership with Frye Art Museum
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Seattle Art Fair returns Aug. 1
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Despite Construction, Pioneer Square’s Art Galleries Remain Strong
Muckleshoot Tribe hosts national MMIP coordinator gathering
MMIP refers to “Missing and Murdered Indigenous People,” an ongoing international crisis that has inspired tribal leaders from 13 states to come together on the Muckleshoot reservation.
Girmay Zahilay, 38, sworn in as King County executive
Becomes the youngest person ever to hold the office, first immigrant, first refugee and the first millennial
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Flood alert: Free sandbags available for county residents
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Northwest Battle Buddies help veterans with PTSD
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WA directs state dollars to food banks as SNAP funding...
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Overall gun violence down, but doubling among youth in King...
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King County Elections mails ballots for Nov. 4 general election
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Man accused of vandalizing WA Capitol undergoes mental health evaluation
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.
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.
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.
Editorial: Reopen schools in fall, but do it safely
Don’t bully schools into reopening. Protect our students.
Why this newspaper is capitalizing Black | Editorial
Moving forward, Seattle Weekly and the rest of Sound Publishing’s King County titles will capitalize Black when referring to the…
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Wear your face-hugging, ever-loving mask | Editorial
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Thank you grocery store clerks
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To our elected officials: Be bold, be consistent, be honest,...
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Gov. Jay Inslee talks about homelessness and the climate
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We need to, but how do we talk about race?
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Despite ruling on Public Records Act, we need to keep...
Mind over miles: Thoughts from the Seattle Half Marathon
Reporter runs the 13.1-mile race in 2:01:40.
Huskies fall to Ducks, 35-31 | Photos
The University of Washington Huskies fell to the Oregon Ducks, 35-31, on Oct. 19 to a sellout crowd at Husky…
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Wilson’s 4 TDs, late field goal miss helps Hawks edge...
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Marysville Olympian, honored Wednesday, found dead at 42
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Spread the wealth? Money crunch is coming for Seahawks
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Suarez delivers Mariners salvation with eighth inning slam
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ALCS: Scherzer and Giménez take down Mariners in Game 4
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Jays came to play: Toronto blows out Mariners
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Local dancers, live orchestra bring the magical Nutcracker to life
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Don’t let these Black Friday mobile phone prices in Seattle...
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Building a stronger community through compassionate mental health care
The Double Bind
Allegations of rape will get you an audience with the King County Prosecutor’s office. But justice is more elusive.
The Fear and Resolve of Those Most Threatened by a...
Seattle’s Muslims and Mexican immigrants share their hopes and concerns following the election.
