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Congressman introduces bill to discourage large investors from buying homes
Some point to large investors and private equity firms for the high cost of homes.
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King County releases first-ever Wildfire Risk Reduction Strategy
Amid expanding fire risks, the plan makes recommendations for agencies across the region.
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Office of Law Enforcement Oversight director issues statement on behavioral health response
Calls for non-law-enforcement teams to respond to non-violent emergencies related to mental health.
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Housing First: ‘What if we do nothing about homelessness?’ | Podcast
A podcast about King County’s Health Through Housing initiative.
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Two juveniles arrested after allegedly stealing a car to burglarize an apartment
The suspects reportedly tried to steal a stick-shift car, before not being able to operate it.
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King County officials reflect on Health Through Housing criticisms and goals
Dow Constantine and Leo Flor uphold belief in the housing first approach.
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King County Local Dive: Toddler’s mom accused of murder; state targets invasive crabs
A new podcast for King County residents
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King County prosecutor candidates discuss criminal justice issues facing the region
Jim Ferrell and Leesa Manion clash over restorative justice programs in the county.
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South King County mayors issue joint statement on ‘rising tide of crime and violence’
In their statement, the mayors called on the county and the state to take immediate measures.
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OSPI announces plan to give working students credit towards graduation
The program is intended to recognize the skills and knowledge students acquire through employment.
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DOJ grants to fund mental health and sexual assault programs in King County
The grants will help fund community programs in Bellevue and Renton.
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King County Local Dive: 2 random killings and a drug ring
A new podcast for King County residents
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King County Council votes to give free transit passes to youth
All King County residents under the age of 19 to ride for free on ORCA transit.
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UW professor sues school over indigenous land acknowledgment
Stuart Reges says University of Washington’s statement is “hollow” without “concrete action.”
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Renton Police investigate downtown shooting that killed one, injured six more
Police say they found 100 spent bullet casings at the scene of the shooting.
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Renton Community Center to become cooling center as heatwave approaches
Cooling center will be open from 2 to 9 pm on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, July 26-28.
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King County Local Dive: Unauthorized ballot box signs, fentanyl crisis, deputy-involved shooting, puppy sales
A new podcast for King County residents
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King County Council votes to declare fentanyl a public health crisis amid overdose surge
So far in 2022, King County is on track to set yet another new overdose record.
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Renton City Council unanimously passes puppy mill ordinance
Puppyland owners say they will have to close, threaten legal action against the city.
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King County Local Dive: Illegal dumping, road rage shooting, problematic totem pole
A new podcast for King County residents