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Arson destroys hundreds of ballots inside a Washington state drop...

State and federal authorities are investigating a deliberately set fire that destroyed ballots inside a drop box in southwest Washington...

By Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard • October 29, 2024 10:00 am
Business Halloween decorations in Covington support the Boeing strike. (Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing)

Boeing machinists reject another contract offer

By Bill Lucia, Washington State Standard
Business (Photo from The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Public Health Image Library)

Health insurance premiums to rise for WA small businesses

By Grace Deng Washington State Standard


King County Elections emphasizes safety, security in voting process

Office issues news release in response to ballot drop box fires in Vancouver, Portland

By Steve Hunter • October 29, 2024 4:36 pm
Charges filed against teens in King County crime spree

Suspects linked to 78 robberies, shootings and carjackings in Sept. and Oct.

By Benjamin Leung • October 21, 2024 6:00 pm
Woman sentenced for identity theft of older King County residents

Investigators identified a total of 44 victims ranging from ages 56 to 97, including residents from Renton, Federal Way, Auburn, Enumclaw, Des Moines, Seattle, Issaquah and more.

By Benjamin Leung • October 21, 2024 5:30 pm
70% of WA public school students have access to free...

In the 2024-2025 school year, 1,523 schools are serving free meals to all students who requested one.

By Grace Deng Washington State Standard • October 21, 2024 7:00 am
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As students in Washington return to school, they are prioritizing quality, affordable, and flexible internet service options. They need internet…

By Andy Colley • August 29, 2024 1:30 am
While filming the Issaquah Restaurant Spotlight series, Troy Kline tastes his favorite Thai dish at Sip Thai Zooom alongside restaurant owner Joon Likit. Sponsored
Issaquah restaurant series shines a spotlight on local dining gems

This delicious new series takes you behind the scenes at 14 beloved restaurants.

By Downtown Issaquah Association • October 28, 2024 6:00 am

Bellevue girls soccer beats Eastlake, 1-0

Bellevue High School’s girls soccer team defeated Eastlake High School, 1-0, on Sept. 20. Bellevue senior Kendall Gillem, left, battles…

September 23, 2024 1:30 pm
Mariners fire Scott Servais

Analysis: Seattle Mariners’ season remains “about as over as it gets without officially being over.”

By Aaron Coe • August 22, 2024 12:29 pm
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August 29, 2024 1:30 am
While filming the Issaquah Restaurant Spotlight series, Troy Kline tastes his favorite Thai dish at Sip Thai Zooom alongside restaurant owner Joon Likit. Sponsored
October 28, 2024 6:00 am
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October 7, 2024 6:00 am
Along with a variety of resort-inspired amenities, Revel Issaquah is home to stunning gardens and a community greenhouse. Sponsored
July 15, 2024 6:00 am
Another invisible child: Interview with a survivor of familial trafficking

I met Jessica (pseudonym), a survivor of familial sex trafficking, and Audrey Baedke from the nonprofit REST (Real Escape from the Sex Trade) to understand the invisible reality of child abuse.

By Jayendrina Singha Ray Guest column • October 8, 2024 2:06 pm
Thoughts on Memorial Day and the ultimate sacrifice | Brunell

On Memorial Day, we traditionally honor Americans in our military who gave their lives in battle for our country. It…

May 27, 2024 2:15 pm
Discussion continues for KC Sheriff’s Office search warrant policies

Following a list of policy changes in July, discussion between the Office of Law Enforcement Oversight and the King County…

By Benjamin Leung • October 16, 2024 9:04 am
WA women 9th in nation for breast cancer diagnoses, analysis...

Washington women were more likely to be diagnosed with breast cancer despite receiving fewer mammograms than the national average in…

By Grace Deng Washington State Standard • October 14, 2024 1:07 pm