State demanded more drop boxes, and now it must pay for them
A King County judge says a law requiring more ballot boxes was an illegal unfunded mandate.
News
Proposition to support Kirkland emergency services on the Nov. 3 ballot
The ballot measure for a Kirkland property tax levy is the first proposal in almost 30 years
State Supreme Court strikes down $30 car-tab initiative
Justices unanimously agreed that voter-approved Initiative 976 is unconstitutional.
Sports
New guidelines released for return of prep sports in WA
The new plan places counties and sports in three-tier systems. No signs of a quicker return to play.
Doctor IDs safety measures for youth team sports practices
Before practice begins, parents must understand COVID-19 protective protocols
Life
Eastside Walk to End Alzheimer’s Oct. 10
Similar to other walk events in the region, Alzheimer’s Association encourages registered users to walk in a location of their choice
Kirkland reopening playgrounds
The city states there’s been an increase in compliance in masking and social distancing in the city, leading to the reopening
Opinion
Editorial: Let’s clear the air on wildfires, climate change
Agreement and commitment is needed to address the causes of wildfires and climate change.
Republican’s write-in campaign highlights post-primary intrigue | Roegner
Can former Bothell mayor beat two Democrats for lieutenant governor post?
Northwest
Concern that climb in COVID-19 cases means ‘fall surge’ is starting
Experts say we must act now to reverse trend | State Department of Health
State Supreme Court strikes down $30 car-tab initiative
Justices unanimously agreed that voter-approved Initiative 976 is unconstitutional.
King County Elections mails 1.4 million ballots for Nov. 3 General Election
King County Council approves funding for affordable housing
Public school enrollment drops 2.8% across the state
Gov. Inslee loosens rules for bars, libraries and movie theaters
Court: New trial in case of man who told police ‘Can’t breathe’
Business
Dick’s Drive-In announces search for new Eastside location
The local popular burger chain is looking for public suggestions on possible properties
Local shop owner donates face shields to The Sophia Way
Union files charges against QFC, Fred Meyer over Black Lives Matter button ban
Soi Restaurant opens, brings new Thai tastes to Kirkland
Facebook purchases unused Bellevue REI headquarters
Amazon adds more office space to Bellevue, now as many new jobs as HQ2
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Boeing, coronavirus likely to impact King County economy
Eleven indicted in illegal marijuana trafficking investigation
Inslee announces COVID-19 Immigrant Relief Fund now open for applications
Despite COVID-19, King County libraries still put on a show
Concern that climb in COVID-19 cases means ‘fall surge’ is starting
