Life
The Art of Freedom: Issaquah exhibit showcases Black and African American artwork
Event runs Feb. 24-25 at the Issaquah Community Center.
News
One driver killed on SR 18 after tree falls
On Wednesday, Feb. 14, a driver traveling eastbound on State Route 18 near Issaquah-Hobart Road suffered a fatal…
News
‘When services decline, it’s the kids who pay the price’
Legislative bill would recover funding for the Early Support for Infants and Toddlers program - and could save…
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DOJ settles with King County Sheriff’s Office in agreement to improve language access
OLEO has previously expressed concerns about the office’s language access policies.
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Issaquah City Council approves city arts grant recommendations
Also: The council holds a public hearing for a potential off-leash dog park.
Northwest
Missile used to carry nuclear warhead found at Bellevue residence
Bomb squad members inspected the object and learned that it was in fact a Douglas AIR-2 Genie.
Life
Disney voice actor Kat Cressida to host meet and greet in Auburn
Tickets are available for this two-day fandom event at the Outlet Collection’s Unlock the Con on Feb. 17…
News
Issaquah implements fee for public records requests
According to the city, a cost study estimated 5,160 staff hours were spent responding to public records requests…
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City councils address hate speech and ‘Zoom bombing’ at public meetings
Following the recent wave of hateful comments, cities in King County and beyond have taken a step back…
Northwest
King County moves toward ending traditional youth detention
Committee members expressed concerns regarding youth leaving the center and causing additional harm. The committee also expressed concerns…
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Issaquah pilots emergency housing program at local motel
Data shows an increase in the unhoused population and lack of shelters.
Northwest
King County Library System ranks 3rd in the world for digital checkouts
KCLS reports 8,863,118 digital titles checked out in 2023.
News
King County prosecutor announces efforts to increase school safety
KCPAO says it plans to better work with schools and districts with legal matters involving students.
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Washington State Office of Homeless Youth awards $4.8 million in grants
Several programs in King County received grant funding.
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Last unknown victim of Green River Killer identified
Remains of “Bones 20” belong to Everett teen Tammie Liles.
Northwest
Dept. of Commerce invests $312.6 million in housing opportunities
The funding is being called a “historic” investment in units and homes for low-income homebuyers.
News
Passengers sue Boeing, Alaska Airlines after plane door blew out mid-flight
The FAA and the National Transportation Safety Board are investigating the incident.
News
Black Press Media announces move to new ownership
Carpenter Media Group operates leading community news publications in the southern United States, including Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, North…
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Gov. calls for action on homelessness, climate, abortion rights
While he painted a picture of a state succeeding on many fronts, Republican leaders expressed reservations on Democrat…