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Funds are running out to help vacate drug possession charges

King County Department of Public Defense urges people with simple drug possession charges to use its free resources.

By Joshua Solorzano • January 16, 2025 3:11 pm


Where will all the waste go? King County’s only landfill...

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

By Bailey Josie • January 10, 2025 7:00 am
New Washington state laws taking effect in Jan. 2025

New restrictions on cosmetics tested on animals, tougher penalties for negligent drivers, requirements for hospitals to offer drugs to people…

By Jacquelyn Jimenez Romero and Bill Lucia, Washington State Standard • January 1, 2025 11:30 am
Junior college sports landscape could see some serious changes

Court ruling in Tennessee could affect NCAA eligibility for Washington athletes.

By Benjamin Ray • December 26, 2024 3:30 pm
The mountain is out and it tells cold deadly tales

Data shows that since 2007, Mount Rainier has become the second most dangerous National Park in the winter.

By Bailey Josie • December 25, 2024 7:00 am
Invasive ‘murder hornets’ found in WA have been eradicated

The hunt for invasive “murder hornets” is over in Washington and the rest of the U.S. after three years without…

By Jacquelyn Jimenez Romero, Washington State Standard • December 21, 2024 9:30 am
King County Council approves legislation to help bomb cyclone victims

The legislation will ease expenses for businesses and homeowners.

By Grace Gorenflo • December 12, 2024 2:30 pm

Another invisible child: Interview with a survivor of familial trafficking

I met Jessica (pseudonym), a survivor of familial sex trafficking, and Audrey Baedke from the nonprofit REST (Real Escape from the Sex Trade) to understand the invisible reality of child abuse.

By Jayendrina Singha Ray Guest column • October 8, 2024 2:06 pm
Thoughts on Memorial Day and the ultimate sacrifice | Brunell

On Memorial Day, we traditionally honor Americans in our military who gave their lives in battle for our country. It…

May 27, 2024 2:15 pm
Working toward justice for the missing and murdered in Washington

Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and People (MMIWP) Task Force Summit highlights progress as well as shortcomings.

By Bailey Josie • November 28, 2024 7:30 am
King County storm damage assessment to help determine federal aid

Homeowners, business owners encouraged to report damages from windstorm

By Steve Hunter • November 27, 2024 2:15 pm
Featuring the showmanship and fiery fiddle of electric violin maestro Geoffrey Castle, Christmas in Washington promises a festive party unlike any other! Sponsored
November 11, 2024 6:00 am
While filming the Issaquah Restaurant Spotlight series, Troy Kline tastes his favorite Thai dish at Sip Thai Zooom alongside restaurant owner Joon Likit. Sponsored
October 28, 2024 6:00 am
Rimini Ristorante opened last month to rave reviews – savor a true taste of Italy on the Kirkland waterfront! Rimini photos Sponsored
September 2, 2024 6:00 am
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August 29, 2024 1:30 am
Boeing machinists reject another contract offer

Strike will continue.

By Bill Lucia, Washington State Standard • October 24, 2024 3:04 pm
Health insurance premiums to rise for WA small businesses

This marks the highest increase for small employers in the last decade.

By Grace Deng Washington State Standard • October 22, 2024 12:35 pm