Foam coolers, takeout containers will be banned in WA

The prohibition on the sale and distribution of these products will take effect June 1 under a law the Legislature approved in 2021.

By Bill Lucia Washington State Standard • April 17, 2024 1:44 pm
Eating Japan: Seattle’s historic encounter with Chef Shiro Kashiba

Shiro moved to Seattle at a time when the exoticism of Japanese cuisine had suddenly begun finding favorable reviews in American press. By Jayendrina Singha Ray, guest columnist.

April 16, 2024 5:32 pm
Schools navigate the new world of explicit AI-generated images

Deepfake photos at Issaquah High School prompt review of policies and procedures.

By Cameron Sires • April 16, 2024 5:00 pm
WSDOT: Slow down for Work Zone Awareness Week

The number of fatal crashes in marked work zones had doubled in 2023 when compared to the previous year.

By Bailey Josie • April 15, 2024 12:27 pm
New state legislation fights catalytic converter theft

Governor Jay Inslee signed a bill on March 26 adding new regulations to the purchase and sale of catalytic converters…

By Benjamin Leung • April 8, 2024 1:55 pm
The Washington State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program, an independent organization that advocates for the rights of residents living in long-term care homes, is looking for volunteers in King County. Sponsored
Volunteers needed across King County to protect the rights wellbeing...

Nearly 80,000 Washingtonians live in more than 4,300 licensed long-term care facilities homes across the state – most in community-based…

By Washington State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program • April 22, 2024 6:30 am

DirtFish accelerates its women in motorsport initiative

Snoqualmie rally car school program continues to grow. Women who have signed up so far include car enthusiasts, stunt women, bus drivers and a mom looking to be more comfortable driving in ice and snow.

By Cameron Sires • April 3, 2024 8:30 am
Mariners unveil new ballpark eats for 2024 season

A couple of our reporters headed to T-Mobile Park to see if the Mariners’ food budget was as tight as their player free agency budget.

By Cameron Sheppard • March 22, 2024 12:00 pm

Between land and ideology: An interview with Dr. Emmanuel Navon

Political scientist discusses the Israel-Palestine conflict. By Jayendrina Singha Ray, guest columnist.

January 20, 2024 4:42 pm
Legislature back in session next week | Cartoon

State lawmakers return Jan. 8 to Olympia.

January 6, 2024 11:30 am
Q&A with the new King County Library System executive director

“It’s really about providing that space to reimagine who you are,” said Heidi Daniel.

By Cameron Sires • April 1, 2024 12:56 pm
New state law gives green light to more traffic cameras

The move comes as roadway deaths in the state have hit historic highs.

March 28, 2024 11:16 am
The Washington State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program, an independent organization that advocates for the rights of residents living in long-term care homes, is looking for volunteers in King County. Sponsored
April 22, 2024 6:30 am
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Explore Everett Herald’s Senior Resource Expo helping connect local groups aiding residents aged 55+ in Snohomish County. Sponsored
March 11, 2024 6:00 am
BASIS Independent Bothell, the latest addition to the BASIS Independent Schools network, is set to welcome students in fall 2025, with applications opening in August 2024. Sponsored
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