News <p>Sen. Claire Wilson (D-District 30) at the Senate Early Learning and K-12 Education working session on Jan. 15. Screenshot/TVW</p>

Here’s how child care oversight works in WA

How does oversight of child care spending actually work in Washington state?

By Keelin Everly-Lang • February 5, 2026 8:52 am


Extra DUI patrols set for Super Bowl weekend in King...

More police to be out Feb. 6-8

By Steve Hunter • February 3, 2026 2:57 pm
State Senate approves lower drunk driving limit

The bill drops it to 0.05% from 0.08%; still needs House approval

By Jerry Cornfield Washington State Standard • January 29, 2026 10:15 am
King County honors budget director for distinguished service

The King County Council a former county employee with the MLK Medal of Distinguished Service, only the fourth county employee…

By Drew Dotson drew.dotson@rentonreporter.com • January 27, 2026 8:40 am
Leesa Manion seeks reelection as King County Prosecuting Attorney

Defeated Federal Way Mayor Jim Ferrell in November 2022

By Steve Hunter • January 14, 2026 1:46 pm
Laughter, conversation and shared songs fill Rimini Restaurant, where guests and staff creating joyful Italian moments together on Kirkland’s waterfront. Sponsored
More than a meal: How Rimini Restaurant turns dinner into...

On Kirkland’s historic waterfront, Italian tradition, music and hospitality define every meal

By Rimini Restaurant • January 26, 2026 6:00 am
Carnation Farms hosts immersive events celebrating regenerative agriculture, farm-to-table food and community connection across its historic Snoqualmie Valley landscape setting. Sponsored
Step inside Carnation Farms: Where food, community and culture come...

Explore farm-to-table dinners, a wine school, workshops and immersive events at the Snoqualmie Valley farm.

By Carnation Farms • January 26, 2026 6:00 am

Where to go ice skating in King County

Gliding around the ice is one of the joys of the holiday season — but not one you will likely…

By Grace Gorenflo • December 22, 2025 1:00 pm
Try Furoshiki: Japan’s eco-friendly way to wrap gifts

In collaboration with the Seattle Consulate-General of Japan and the King County Library System, local residents learned “Fabulous Furoshiki: A New Twist on an Old Idea” at the Woodinville Library.

By Bailey Josie • December 17, 2025 7:30 pm
Let’s get serious about solving WA’s energy challenges | Commentary

For residents of the Pacific Northwest, January 2024 might be memorable because of the winter storm that brought ice and…

By Kris Johnson, Association of Washington Business • November 13, 2025 11:00 am
King County Parks Levy is a critical investment in WA’s...

Guest commentary.

By Mitsu Iwasaki Trust for Public Land • July 24, 2025 2:30 pm
What’s on the agenda for Washington’s 2026 legislative session

With a looming $1.6 billion to $2.3 billion budget shortfall hanging over the Washington state legislature, House and Senate leaders…

By Cassie Diamond, Ayeda Masood, and Annika Hauer, WNPA Foundation • January 12, 2026 12:45 pm
Flood Patrol is King County’s ‘eyes and ears’ in flood...

“This work is physically demanding and often unseen,” the county said.

By Grace Gorenflo • January 8, 2026 9:04 am
Laughter, conversation and shared songs fill Rimini Restaurant, where guests and staff creating joyful Italian moments together on Kirkland’s waterfront. Sponsored
January 26, 2026 6:00 am
Carnation Farms hosts immersive events celebrating regenerative agriculture, farm-to-table food and community connection across its historic Snoqualmie Valley landscape setting. Sponsored
January 26, 2026 6:00 am
The Waltz of the Flowers from the 2024 Nutcracker performance. Photo courtesy Olga Dmitrieva. Sponsored
December 8, 2025 6:00 am
Angela Donaldson with her parents, Kevin and Laurie Hauglie. Sponsored
December 2, 2025 7:30 am