Northwest
King County voters to decide $1.74B Harborview Medical Center measure
Improvements include a new medical tower building
Northwest
Inslee sends letter to Trump on the role of climate change in historic wildfires
‘I implore you to recognize the science behind this destruction’
Northwest
Why is COVID-19 more severe in men and elders? | UW Medicine
SARS-CoV-2 usually triggers a strong immune response, but less so in men and people over 60
Northwest
Smoke from Oregon, California fires moving into Western Washington
Unhealthy air expected Thursday night through Saturday
Northwest
8 tips to help parents and kids cope during pandemic | UW Medicine
A pediatric social worker offers suggeestions for families, including lowering your heartbeat.
Opinion
Editorial: State lawmakers shouldn’t wait to start budget work
Making tough choices on cuts and revenue can’t wait until next year and hopes for better news.
News
King County moves to Stage 2 burn ban
Outdoor fires, even barbecues or in fire pits, are now prohibited.
Business
Eastside businesses prepare for economic uncertainty with regional summit event
The Regional Business Summit, hosted by the Issaquah Chamber Sept. 10, will be held virtually due to COVID-19
Opinion
Grocery store workers deserve respect and hazard pay | Guest column
As grocery store workers in King County, we experience the hard, cold realities of the COVID-19 pandemic every…
News
COVID-19 relief grants available for small Kirkland businesses
The application will be available until Sept. 16.
News
Bothell schools receive grants for socially-distanced physical education
Cedar Wood Elementary and Maywood Hills Elementary were among the recipients
Business
Free face masks available at King County Safeway locations
Stores to distribute 750,000 purchased by King County starting Aug. 24
News
Kirkland opens 24/7 shelter for women and families
The new shelter held a virtual grand opening and tour Wednesday, Aug. 19
Obituaries
Carolyn Jewell Enberg | Obituary
Carolyn Jewell Enberg of Kirkland, WA, died on June 14, 2020, at the age of 85 years. Born…
News
Temporary art piece tells story of ‘hope, strength’ during COVID-19 pandemic
Kirkland, once the epicenter of the virus, is now telling the story of the pandemic through four art…
Life
Photos: Students give thank you cards to local health workers
The cards were delivered to home care and hospice centers and EvergreenHealth.
News
Kirkland council puts funds towards community outreach to address racism
The council approved a resolution to work towards ending structural racism, as well as $380,000 in outreach funding.
News
Democrats dominate King County legislative races | Election results
Here are the latest results for King County legislative candidates in the Aug. 4 primary election, which included…
Life
Kirkland volunteer to receive award for spirit and service during COVID-19 pandemic
Presented by SHAG Community Life Foundation, the award recognizes those whose service, skills and spirit defy aging’s stereotypes.