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Candidate filing begins for 9 Washington state legislative seats

Candidates can begin filing at 8 a.m. Monday (May 5) for more than 3,200 seats on city councils, county commissions, school boards, and special districts.

By Jerry Cornfield Washington State Standard • May 5, 2025 1:10 pm
Northwest Cranes at the Port of Tacoma. File photo

WA ports await sharp drop in cargo over tariff battle

By Jake Goldstein-Street Washington State Standard
Northwest Dash Point State Park. Washington State Parks photo

WA Legislature approves hiking Discover Pass price to $45

By Jacquelyn Jimenez Romero Washington State Standard


King County shots fired incidents drop dramatically in first quarter

Lowest numbers in first quarter since 2021 for shots fired, shot injuries and homicides

By Steve Hunter • April 29, 2025 4:45 pm
6-cent gas tax hike central to new transportation deal in...

The tax would also rise in the future to account for inflation

By Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard • April 23, 2025 12:40 pm
Fifth case of measles in state identified in a King...

Traveled through Sea-Tac Airport and visited Seattle Children’s Hospital

By Public Health – Seattle & King County • April 22, 2025 5:30 pm
Man who killed four in Renton crash sentenced to over...

The prosecutor reported that Chase Jones was traveling at 112 mph when he crashed into the victims.

By Joshua Solorzano • April 25, 2025 5:50 pm
Myth, magic and emotion take center stage this spring when Emerald Ballet Academy presents its original production of King Midas & Giselle. Photo courtesy of Emerald Ballet Academy. Sponsored
Myth, magic and emotion unite in Bellevue ballet academy’s spring...

Students perform original production of King Midas and timeless Giselle

By Emerald Ballet Academy • May 5, 2025 6:00 am
Copperworks Kenmore’s cocktail program pours something for everyone this spring. Courtesy Copperworks Sponsored
Your new favorite cocktail spot this spring

Copperworks Kenmore creates a stir with its craft cocktail program

By Copperworks • April 28, 2025 6:00 am

Jury service is the cornerstone of democratic participation | Guest...

Jury service is the most likely role residents will have in our justice system.

By Judge Andrea King Robertson and Judge Mark A. Larrañaga • April 25, 2025 1:30 pm
Eastside residents battle large unexpected rent increases | Opinion

Guest opinion contribution by Eastside for All.

By Debbie Lacy is the Founder and Guillermo Rivera • March 14, 2025 1:40 pm
King County fingerprint ID levy is passing at the polls

Election results: The levy would authorize an additional property tax for seven years, beginning in 2026.

By Drew Dotson drew.dotson@soundpublishing.com • April 22, 2025 10:00 pm
Potential exposure to measles from traveler at Sea-Tac Airport, hotel

Canadian resident traveled April 6-7 through airport; stayed at Tukwila hotel

By Steve Hunter • April 18, 2025 11:15 am
Myth, magic and emotion take center stage this spring when Emerald Ballet Academy presents its original production of King Midas & Giselle. Photo courtesy of Emerald Ballet Academy. Sponsored
May 5, 2025 6:00 am
Copperworks Kenmore’s cocktail program pours something for everyone this spring. Courtesy Copperworks Sponsored
April 28, 2025 6:00 am
Although the name ZoomCare sounds virtual, the clinic provides in-person care alongside online visits. Photo courtesy of ZoomCare. Sponsored
April 21, 2025 6:00 am
Located on the corner of 620 Kirkland Way, the UW Medicine Urgent Care at Kirkland is serving patients daily. Sponsored
April 21, 2025 6:00 am