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Metro Flex expands services to Issaquah
In 2022, data showed 58% of all Issaquah housing units were within a quarter mile of transit services.
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Election 2023: Issaquah City Council candidates participate in forum
Crime, safety, budget and the city’s future were among the topics.
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Off-duty pilot charged after psychedelic mushroom-induced ‘breakdown’
Federal charges detail how Joseph Emerson, 44, tried to shut down the engines of a plane bound for…
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Halloween in Issaquah 2023: Tricks and treats for all ages
Some events are suited for Halloween-goers and others for people who want to celebrate fall in Issaquah.
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KC Councilman accuses OLEO director of “defending” Hamas attack
OLEO director calls the controversy “ridiculousness,” following a call for his resignation.
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King County Sheriff’s Office deputy faces assault charge
A King County Sheriff’s Office deputy faces a misdemeanor assault charge after King County prosecutors say he intentionally…
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Possible antidote to the Eastside’s housing crisis?
Kirkland project utilizes investment fund that could lead to more affordable housing.
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Issaquah City Council candidate Q&A | Election 2023
The Issaquah Reporter sent four questions to all candidates running. Each question will follow with each candidate’s answer.…
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Fewer students enroll at state’s public colleges, study says
Enrollment has picked up since the pandemic, but the lag threatens the state’s quest for education equity.
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Fentanyl deaths continue to rise in U.S., King County
DEA hosts event focusing on dangers and awareness of the drug.
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Issaquah council OKs transportation agreement, Newport Way NW improvements
Also: Council approves grant that will support inmates who are released from Issaquah City Jail.
Life
Go jammin’ with the salmon at Issaquah’s 54th Salmon Days event
There are multiple locations to catch a glimpse of the salmon’s homecoming.
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Washington minimum wage to top $16 an hour next year
Meanwhile, some salaried workers and rideshare drivers could see their earnings rise from other state-required adjustments.
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Deaths at Issaquah Jail are under investigation
The Independent Force Investigation Team of King County — a team of investigators from 13 King County law…
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Dept. of Health launches dashboard to track overdose death data
DOH aims to help communities better understand overdose deaths, make informed prevention decisions
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Dept. of Commerce awards $35.4 million for solar power projects across the state
Projects across King County were awarded millions in collective funding.
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King County Library System receives grant to develop a climate action plan
The National Endowment for the Humanities gave a $133,252 grant to help develop climate initiatives.
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King County Council members encourage people to not drive for a week
The Week Without Driving is meant to put policy makers, elected leaders and transportation professionals in the place…
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County Councilmember Upthegrove running for state lands commissioner
Fifth Democrat to enter race; council District 5 includes parts of Kent, Renton
Business
After 113 years, Issaquah’s oldest business is still family-owned and thriving
Fischer Meats has even modernized a couple of things, like adding credit card machines.