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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.

A KN95 mask. (Wikimedia Commons)

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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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World’s longest surviving kidney patient dies

Mercer Island resident Nancy Spaeth went on dialysis at age 18 and received four kidney transplants.

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.

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Eastside Fire & Rescue to leave behind Naloxone kits for those at-risk of opioid overdose

Eastside Fire & Rescue’s service area has had a total of 67 fatal overdoses since January 2020.

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A gun rights advocate warns a crowd of the potential need for forceful resistance in the future at gathering outside House of Representatives chamber in this 2020 file photo.

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Ban of guns at government meetings, ballot counting advances

The prohibition would cover open and concealed carry of firearms. State House Democrats overrode Republican objections.

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Vaccine verification requirement will end March 1, officials announce

King County officials say this decision is backed by science.

Design rendering of future Sounders FC facility in Renton. (Courtesy of Seattle Sounders FC)

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Seattle Sounders FC announce new HQ at Renton’s Longacres site

Facility is expected to open in 2024, before Seattle potentially hosts FIFA World Cup games in 2026.

Common themes from Eastside communities regarding ways to improve transit service. Courtesy of King County Metro.

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King County Metro and Sound Transit seek feedback from Eastside residents

2 Line light rail link to serve 10 new stations by 2023.

In King County, fentanyl is most commonly seen in blue, greenish, or pale colored counterfeit pills. Photo courtesy of King County.

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County files homicide charges in Kirkland fentanyl overdose case

Defendant accused of selling blue M30 fentanyl pills to clients after victim died in his apartment.

State Superintendent Chris Reykdal (Courtesy of OSPI)

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State Superintendent recommends change of mask mandate policies in schools, claims ‘landscape’ of pandemic has changed

Meanwhile, the state’s largest public school employees’ union continues support for masks in schools.