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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
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Study Smart, Save Big—Get Connected NOW Without Breaking the Bank

As students in Washington return to school, they are prioritizing quality, affordable, and flexible internet service options. They need internet…

August 29, 2024 1:30 am
A decade of exploring special casks is on full display with Copperworks’ latest creations: the Port Cask American Single Malt Whiskey and the Color Cask American Single Malt Whiskey. Courtesy Copperworks Sponsored
Journey beyond tradition: Copperworks Distilling elevates whiskey with special cask...

Seattle distiller’s innovative approach enriches whiskey’s flavor profiles.

By Copperworks Distilling Co. • January 13, 2025 6:00 am

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
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
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
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August 29, 2024 1:30 am
A decade of exploring special casks is on full display with Copperworks’ latest creations: the Port Cask American Single Malt Whiskey and the Color Cask American Single Malt Whiskey. Courtesy Copperworks Sponsored
January 13, 2025 6:00 am
Financial Advisor Angela Pritchett, with Edward Jones in Kirkland, WA. Sponsored
November 11, 2024 6:00 am
Financial Advisor Angela Pritchett, with Edward Jones in Kirkland, WA. Sponsored
October 21, 2024 6:30 am