Mercer Island School District faces $13.4M sex abuse claim
School leaders received numerous reports that former high school English teacher Curtis Johnston was “dating” a student but failed to intervene, complaint says.
King County blocks construction of ICE detention centers
The King County Council approved an emergency one-year moratorium on March 3 that immediately blocks acceptance of permits for new…
DOH awards $2.5 million to local environmental organizations
Fifteen community-based and Tribal organizations throughout the state have been awarded funds.
Rivian and Lucid could see direct-to-consumer car sales in WA
Legislation allowing luxury electric vehicle makers Rivian and Lucid to join rival Tesla in selling directly to Washington customers is…
Renton man sentenced for 2023 Seattle homicide
The 61-year-old man received a nearly 31-year sentence.
SBA offering loans for property, business losses from December flooding
Deadlines to apply for personal property loans, which includes damages to personal property and homes, is April 27.
Man sentenced for murder behind Muckleshoot Casino
The man received a 20-year sentence.
‘Never again is now’: Remembering 125k incarcerated Japanese-Americans
“Never again is now” is the refrain that echoed through the Puyallup Valley Japanese American Citizens League’s 2026 Day of…
Transit riders will be able to pay fares with credit,...
A new Tap to Pay feature by One Regional Card for All (ORCA) will allow transit riders to use credit…
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King County reports fewest shootings since before the pandemic
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Study shows top crash-prone intersections in King County
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Super Bowl patrols underway as part of ‘Night of 1,000...
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Man found guilty of robbing multiple people in King County
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Renton man charged in fatal Seattle shooting
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King County accepting flood debris for free
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
King County executive signs order to better protect immigrants
Girmay Zahilay’s first executive order goes into effect immediately.
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
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State bill would prohibit local bans on encampments in Washington
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Extra DUI patrols set for Super Bowl weekend in King...
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State Senate approves lower drunk driving limit
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Gov. Ferguson denounces recent actions by ICE as ‘un-American’
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King County honors budget director for distinguished service
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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Championship state of mind: Seahawks take to the streets in...
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Governor talks potential return of SuperSonics with NBA commissioner
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Three focal points for Seahawks vs. 49ers in NFC Divisional...
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Local dancers, live orchestra bring the magical Nutcracker to life
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.
