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Avi Schiffmann, left, and Marco Burstein at Harvard University. Courtesy photo

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Mercer Islander and Harvard classmate launch website to aid Ukrainians in need of shelter

Internet activist also developed one of the first and largest coronavirus tracking websites.

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Issaquah darknet drug trafficker pleads guilty to conspiracy and firearm charges

Admits making over 400 online sales of fentanyl, meth, and other drugs while possessing 5 firearms.

A bucket of Zoo Doo compost at Woodland Park Zoo in 2016. (Andy Bronson / Herald file)

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Holy crap! Exotic compost from Woodland Park Zoo up for grabs

There’s plenty of Zoo Doo to go around. The zoo has ended a lottery system that limited who…

King County Local Dive

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King County Local Dive: Police accountability and mail delivery

Welcome to a new podcast for King County residents.

La Quinta Inn & Suites purchased in Kirkland (Screenshot from Google Maps)

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King County buys La Quinta Inn & Suites in Kirkland to become homeless shelter

The City Council simultaneously passes resolution to guide how the shelter will be implemented.

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Issaquah Highland’s monthly eco-market to be hosted on March 5

Special features for March’s eco-market include a student art quilt exhibition.

Igor Soloydenko, who said he identifies as Russian, holds a sign urging “Peace for Ukraine” at a ceremony Feb. 25 in Federal Way. Soloydenko said: “There’s just so much shame. I feel helpless in the way I cannot change anything in my home country. It was unimaginable that Russia would do such a thing.” Olivia Sullivan/Sound Publishing

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Ukrainian Honorary Consul speaks out about Russian invasion of Ukraine

“As long as we breathe, as long as our hearts beat, we’re going to protect our land,” said…

Bellevue Police Chief Wendell Shirley addresses press (Cameron Sheppard/Sound Publishing)

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Eastside law enforcement agencies form task force against catalytic converter thefts

Will introduce program to paint and engrave catalytic converters to deter theft.

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Issaquah Creek swells as Issaquah goes on flood watch

The creek’s water discharge levels increase to rare levels with more rainy water expected.

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Bloodworks Northwest and foodies partner to raise awareness of need for blood donations

Partnership includes restaurant and food brand owners and culinary gourmands from around the region.

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Inslee changes end of mask mandate to March 12

King County’s indoor mandate will end at the same time.

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Man found dead in Auburn park in an apparent homicide

Police don’t have a suspect in custody

The Big Picture's new location in Issaquah on 35 W Sunset Way. Courtesy of Big Picture Facebook.

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The Big Picture relocates to Issaquah’s Old Town

The movie theatre will show “The Batman” for their grand opening.

Abby Delorey, Claire Murawski, Kate Millis. Courtesy of Eastside Catholic.

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Eastside Catholic School’s The Cru recognized for outstanding School-Based Enterprise

The student-run store was 1 of 461 SBE’s that received a gold certificate.

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Team USA Climbing coach charged with raping second teen

Alexander Fritz, 28, engaged in multiple “inappropriate relationships” with 15-year-old girls, a deputy prosecutor wrote.

A pedestrian walks along Snoqualmie Parkway in October 2019. File photo

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Funds for Snoqualmie Parkway, SR 18 included in state transit proposal

Funding to widen the final section of State Route 18 and resurface the Snoqualmie Parkway are included in…

Ellie Sampson. Courtesy of Eastside Catholic School.

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Eastside Catholic School student selected for College Board’s National Hispanic Recognition Program

Ellie Sampson wishes to pursue a degree in mechanical or industrial engineering.

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All businesses encouraged to attend Business Solutions Webinar with interim Police Chief

Attendees will learn how to assist with curbing theft amongst businesses.

Cadence Patton, 9, gets properly fitted for a bike helmet at Bayside Bikes in Everett on June 17, 2016. Sound Publishing file photo

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King County repeals bike helmet law over evidence of racist and discriminatory enforcement

Board of Health still encourages helmet use, but citatations will no longer be issued

Screenshot of Gov. Jay Inslee’s news conference from Feb. 17, 2022.

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Governor: Masks can come off March 21 in most public settings

They’ll still be required in some places, but Washington is following several other states now lifting mandates.