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‘ForWArd’ plan details how state will ‘coexist’ with COVID
Moving away from mandates, officials say the next phase in Washington’s response is about “empowering” residents to keep…
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A testy final night of legislating brought 2 big surprises
Here’s what’s happening after adjournment of the 2022 session of the Washington Legislature.
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Sound Transit secures $15.9 million in new federal funding for construction of Stride bus rapid transit on I-405
Sound Transit spokespeople believe the bus lines will help reduce “chronic congestion” of traffic.
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City of Renton looking for performers and designers for Renton Multicultural Festival
The festival will take place in-person on May 6 and 7.
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Inquests into police shootings to resume in King County
First case involves death of Kent man; future inquests include Auburn, Kent, Federal Way police
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Rep. Jesse Johnson announces he is not seeking re-election
Johnson (D-Federal Way) sponsored legislative bills on police reform, use of force.
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Mercer Islander and Harvard classmate launch website to aid Ukrainians in need of shelter
Internet activist also developed one of the first and largest coronavirus tracking websites.
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Richard Sherman takes plea deal on charges stemming from July 2021 incident
The former Seahawks player will not have to do any additional jail time.
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Ukrainian Honorary Consul speaks out about Russian invasion of Ukraine
“As long as we breathe, as long as our hearts beat, we’re going to protect our land,” said…
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Community testifies in support of restorative justice for youth in South King County cities
KC Councilmember Reagan Dunn wanted to pause the program after local mayors expressed concern.
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Inslee changes end of mask mandate to March 12
King County’s indoor mandate will end at the same time.
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Missing man found dead near Renton suburb
Jerry Rye was 77-years-old and was reportedly vulnerable with memory issues and health concerns.
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County health department investigating a norovirus-like outbreak at The Rock Pizza in Renton
Public Health — Seattle & King County reports a dozen cases related to the outbreak.
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Renton Chamber of Commerce to host poker games with Renton police
Chamber of Commerce members can register to play for free.
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Man shot in back by shotgun as suspected shooters drive away
Police do not believe the victim, who did not live in the area, was targeted at random.
Life
World’s longest surviving kidney patient dies
Mercer Island resident Nancy Spaeth went on dialysis at age 18 and received four kidney transplants.