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Threat multiplier: How climate change, coronavirus and weather are scorching WA
Dry summer conspired with the pandemic and a wind storm.
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King County Fire Chiefs urge public to take steps to prevent brush fires from starting, spreading
The public should follow these tips to prevent brush fires.
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Workers may qualify for an extra $1,500 in unemployment back pay
A federal program will give some of the state’s unemployed a $300 weekly bump for the past five…
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King County moves to Stage 2 burn ban
Outdoor fires, even barbecues or in fire pits, are now prohibited.
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Massive wildfires incinerate WA
All state Department of Natural Resources lands were closed to recreational activities on Sept. 8.
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King County faces unhealthy air quality due to wildfire smoke
Weather monitors recommend people limit time outdoors, especially children, seniors and those with heart or lung disease.
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I-5 closures near Federal Way this week for Sound Transit construction
Two lanes of I-5 will be closed overnight Sept. 9 and 10.
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Constantine announces King County climate action plan
Plots an example of decreased stormwater pollution, urban flooding prevention, immigrant connections
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200 Mill project still expected for downtown Renton
Despite the economic difficulties with COVID-19, only main difference is uncertainty of hotel
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Renton man among 14 arrested in major Seattle-area drug bust
Fentanyl, meth and heroin distribution; one drug deal made in Kent Mexican restaurant
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COVID continues to whittle away at child care in Washington
It’s estimated that 25% of Washington child care facilities have closed since the pandemic began.
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Man charged with murder for intentionally running over girlfriend with his car in Kent
Renton man, 23, claims woman stepped in front of vehicle after dispute
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COVID-19 testing sites coming to South King County
Public Health- Seattle King County announced new locations to get tested in Auburn and Renton.
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One dead, two injured in Renton shooting
Hundreds of cars were at the scene when the shooting occurred, according to police, but the motive for…
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Ferguson sues agencies over archive relocation decision
“Decision to close the National Archives in Seattle has far-reaching impacts across the Northwest.”
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New bookstore in downtown Renton hopes to appeal to local readers
Owner of Apparition Books hopes it will become the cozy neighborhood used bookstore.
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City Hall evacuated for possible hazardous exposure
An employee in the facility was possibly exposed to fentanyl, according to Renton fire officials.
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South King County cities win lawsuit over changes to inquest hearings
Court says King County Executive overstepped his authority regarding rules for investigating officer-involved deaths.
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Former U.S. Sen. Slade Gorton dies at 92
Former U.S. Sen. Slade Gorton died Aug. 19 in Seattle at age 92.