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Applications are now being accepted for 2026 Transportation Emission Reduction grants at pse.com. Application period ends July, 1 2026. Photo courtesy of Puget Sound Energy.

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PSE awards new Transportation Emission Reduction grants throughout Eastside

Puget Sound Energy (PSE) has announced the inaugural recipients of the Transportation Emission Reduction (TER) Grant Program awards,…

Photos by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing Chef Jason Vickers likes to incorporate local plants like nettles into his menu. This batch of nettles were foraged that very afternoon around West Seattle.

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Natoncks Metsu serves up Indigenous cuisine to the Puget Sound region

When it comes to everyday meals, it often goes unnoticed that some of the most delicious foods and…

Wakulima USA of Kent is one of 15 local organizations to be awarded Climate Commitment Act funds from the Washington State Department of Health. Courtesy photo.

Northwest

DOH awards $2.5 million to local environmental organizations

Fifteen community-based and Tribal organizations throughout the state have been awarded funds.

Over 300 Lake Washington School District educators are part of the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards. Courtesy image.

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Lake Washington SD announces 16 new Board Certified teachers

Lake Washington School District celebrated a total of 24 teachers, with eight Board Certified teachers currently maintaining their…

Alex Nemirovsky, a Liberty High School senior, speaks passionately to the crowd. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

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Over 200 Liberty High students walkout to protest ICE

Liberty High School in the East Renton Highlands is one of the latest schools across Renton, King County…

The flooded Cedar River flowing into Lake Washington. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

Northwest

Tenants’ rights and resources following floods

Washington state law has protections for tenants.

Photos by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

Northwest

Try Furoshiki: Japan’s eco-friendly way to wrap gifts

In collaboration with the Seattle Consulate-General of Japan and the King County Library System, local residents learned “Fabulous…

Kent Superintendent Israel Vela with Kiku Hughes and Eileen Yamada-Lamphere at Mill Creek Middle School. Photo courtesy of the Kent School District.

Northwest

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…

The King County flood map shows the different areas of South King County, indicated by blues and oranges, that are prone to flooding. Image courtesy of King County Flood Control.

Northwest

Flood alert: Free sandbags available for county residents

As part of the Be Flood Ready campaign, all King County residents are eligible for free sandbag materials…

Kay Feather with her Battle Buddy Kyro. Photo courtesy of Northwest Battle Buddies.

Northwest

Northwest Battle Buddies help veterans with PTSD

Shannon Walker was a professional dog trainer for years when a veteran named Kevin W. came to her…

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Underrated horror films for Halloween night

Set as near as Seattle or far as rural Japan, these overlooked horror films are just the thing…

“West Shore.” Photo courtesy of SIFF

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SIFF reviews: “West Shore,” “Evergreens” and “Dear Aloha”

A canoe journey to the 2023 Paddle to Muckleshoot and a vintage SUV road trip from Spokane explore…

"Wolf Land." Photo courtesy of SIFF.

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SIFF reviews: “Wolf Lands” and “Suburban Fury”

From Washington gray wolves to the woman who tried to assassinate a U.S. President, these Washington docs are…

”Monarch City.” Photo courtesy of SIFF

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SIFF reviews: “Monarch City” and “BLKNWS: Terms Conditions”

51st Seattle International Film Festival includes films with a Northwest connection.

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Renton, Bellevue among cities of possible measles exposure

For those possibly exposed to measles between April 30 and May 3, the most likely time to become…

A house in Issaquah was damaged by fallen trees during November’s bomb cyclone. (Courtesy of King County Councilmember Sarah Perry’s office)

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FEMA denies funds to WA for damage caused by 2024 ‘bomb cyclone’

Gov. Bob Ferguson says federal funds are needed to address $34 million in damage caused by the storm,…

A man places his ballot into the drop box outside Federal Way City Hall. Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing

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SAVE Act could disenfranchise millions of voters

Congressman reports law could cost Washingtonians over $361 million just to register to vote.

Sumo Dog’s The Godzilla was the favorite of the day at the Menu Preview Day. Photo by Ben Ray/Sound Publishing

Sports

Hall of Fame-worthy ballpark eats at T-Mobile Park in 2025

The Mariners Menu Preview Day brought local cuisine and legendary baseball dedications to the 2025 season, with opening…

Looking out over Cell 8 during the fall 2024 public tour of the Cedar Hills Regional Landfill. Photo by Bailey Jo Josie/Sound Publishing.

Northwest

Where will all the waste go? King County’s only landfill expected to be completely full by 2040

Cedar Hills Regional Landfill receives about 1 million tons of waste a year.

Image courtesy of Advocacy for Mercer Island PTA Council.

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Education leaders to meet with legislators for school funding crisis town hall

On Jan. 8, education leaders and PTAs from Mercer Island, Renton, Bellevue, Issaquah and Lake Washington will discuss…