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New Washington state laws that took effect July 27

Housing, policing and diaper changes are among the areas that the legislation covers.

By Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard • July 29, 2025 10:55 am


Immigration arrests surged last month in Washington

Newly revealed arrest records offer the clearest look yet at how Trump’s immigration crackdown is unfolding

By Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard • July 23, 2025 11:50 am
Kade Anderson introduced to Seattle: ‘They picked a winner’

The Mariners’ number three pick in the draft talked with the media and took a tour of Seattle.

By Benjamin Ray • July 23, 2025 1:53 pm
Mariners cool the red-hot Brew Crew in 1-0 win

Cal Raleigh’s solo-home run was enough as Logan Gilbert strikes out 10 vs. Milwaukee.

By Benjamin Ray • July 23, 2025 9:58 am
King County seeks renewal for parks levy in primary election

Levy would fund multiple projects in cities across the county. Primary election is Aug. 5.

By Ray Miller-Still • July 19, 2025 8:00 am
King County Council adopts ‘Welcoming’ motion for immigrants

Council responds to Trump administration ‘sowing fear across the country through brutal, unjust persecution’

By Steve Hunter • July 16, 2025 4:26 pm
King County to expand flood outreach after Texas tragedy

Flood Control District Board votes to increase education, early warnings and community engagement

By Steve Hunter • July 8, 2025 5:08 pm

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June 25, 2025 1:30 am
The Gas Station Blues series is held outside the Historic Shell Station on Front Street in Downtown Issaquah. Photo courtesy of Downtown Issaquah Association.
The Gas Station Blues series is held outside the Historic Shell Station on Front Street in Downtown Issaquah. Photo courtesy of Downtown Issaquah Association. Sponsored
June 9, 2025 6:00 am
Comcast RISE will award 100 small businesses in King County with over $3 million in monetary, marketing and technology grants. Courtesy Comcast Sponsored
May 18, 2025 6:30 am
What began in 2005 as a community car show has grown into one of the largest classic car events in the region, with more than 500 vehicles and more than 7,000 visitors expected. Photo courtesy of Downtown Issaquah Association. Sponsored
May 12, 2025 6:00 am
Gas tax will rise 6 cents a gallon in Washington...

Lawmakers turned to the tax to contend with a projected $1 billion shortfall in the next two-year transportation budget.

By Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard • June 30, 2025 11:10 am
‘No Kings’ rallies scheduled across King County on June 14

The nationwide effort is intended to protest recent actions and policies by the Trump administration.

By Staff reports • June 10, 2025 2:15 pm