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Early data suggests program can reduce recidivism in King County
Restorative Community Pathways for youth offenders contrasts with traditional prosecution.
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Wildfire smoke and high-risk fire conditions likely over the weekend
Low humidity, gusty winds and high temperatures mean if a fire starts, it will spread rapidly.
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State superintendent announces proposal for free school meals
Proposal asks WA Legislature to allocate $86 million annually.
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Monkeypox cases in Washington are doubling nearly every week
Health officials suggest taking precautions to avoid getting infected with the virus.
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Data released on fireworks-related injuries in Washington
Last year fireworks caused $122,000 in damage.
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King County experts discuss extreme heat mitigation plan
The plan includes improving infrastructure and communications to prevent future disasters.
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Heatwave expected to hit King County
Temperatures will likely reach 90 degrees Fahrenheit on Sunday, June 26, and Monday, June 27.
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Officials urge caution when swimming this summer
Cold spring temperatures and larger than normal snowpack have created dangerous conditions
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King County’s unemployment rate at all-time low
The Employment Security Department recorded an unemployment rate of 1.9% in the county.
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State health department approves Pfizer booster for kids ages 5-11
The move comes as COVID-19 cases are increasing in King County
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Public health officials confirm case of monkeypox in King County
Health officials say the positive case does not pose a significant risk to public health
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Use your King County library card to explore the outdoors
KCLS cardholders can check out a Discover Pass for two weeks to explore public lands.
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King County identifies first presumptive monkeypox case
The illness is not as easily transmitted compared to COVID-19, according to health officer.
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Dozens of King County Sheriff’s Office employees left jobs instead of getting vaccinated
This added on to the existing number of vacancies in the department.
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COVID levels rise to ‘medium’ transmission risk in King County
No new restrictions, recommendations or regulations were suggested by health officer Jeff Duchin
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Vaccine verification requirement will end March 1, officials announce
King County officials say this decision is backed by science.
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Attorney General files lawsuit against COVID testing company
Center for COVID Control operated testing sites in King County.
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State offers free at-home COVID-19 tests
You can order the tests through the state’s new online portal.
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Washington Democrats introduce bills clarifying police reforms
One deals with mental health response and the other deals with less-lethal weapons.