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WA Department of Ecology launches “Simple As That” campaign to prevent littering
From January-July 2022, 816 tons of litter and debris were removed from Washington roadsides.
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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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Washington’s COVID-19 state of emergency to end Oct. 31
Gov. Jay Inslee announced the order will end nearly three years after he first issued it.
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Funding secured for behavioral health crisis stabilization facility in King County
The mental health facility will help avoid arrests and unnecessary hospital emergency room visits.
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King County Council wants to look at ways to support food banks amid rising inflation
A measure to identify resources for food banks will be come to a final vote on Sept. 20.
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Kirkland Police bust illegal steroid distribution ring with help of federal agency
Police also seized cash, vehicles, a firearm, and other valuables from the illegal operation.
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First time in history: DSHS increases cash assistance grants for Aged, Blind or Disabled program
In 2021, about one third of program recipients experienced homelessness, according to DSHS.
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Washington healthcare providers will begin offering COVID vaccine boosters
Washington is allocated 191,100 bivalent booster doses, which will be available this week.
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City of Kirkland wants community feedback on updated surface water master plan
The feedback hub will be open until Sept. 30.
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Kirkland man appointed to senior position in Biden Administration
Joel Spangenberg is the new Deputy Director of the Selective Service System.
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COVID-19 boosters targeting Omicron now authorized for certain individuals
Washington is allocated 191,100 bivalent booster doses, which will be available this week.
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Issaquah Police arrest previously convicted Bothell man in possession of a ‘ghost gun’
The man allegedly possessed an AR-15 with no serial number or branding.
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A long time overdue: Pride on the Eastside
The first Redmond Pride will take place on September 3 from 1-4 p.m. at Redmond’s Downtown Park.
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Sword-wielding suspect has armed standoff with Kirkland Police before arrest
Police got involved after the the person allegedly made threats to condo complex employee.
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How to stay safe from wildfire smoke in Washington
Department of Health reminds Washingtonians to stay indoors when smoke is in the air.
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Hate crimes: King County Council to consider legislation for a reporting system
In the wake of a report on rising hate crimes throughout King County, legislation to establish hate crime…
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Swim Across America cancer research fundraiser set for September 10
This year, hundreds will swim in Lake Sammamish to help raise money for cancer research.
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Kirkland Police searching for second suspect involved in auto shop car theft
The suspects stole a car from Doug’s Auto Tune & Repair in the Totem Lake neighborhood.