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Sen. Cyrus Habib on the retirement of Lt. Gov. Brad Owen
[The] announcement, while long expected, truly marks the end of an era in Washington politics and civic life.
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Senate shirking its duty to advise, consent on Supreme Court pick
I have a very simple message for Senate Republicans: Do your jobs, and allow me to do mine.
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Why we’re voting yes for schools April 26 | Guest editorial
As the mayors of the three cities served by the Lake Washington School District, we’ve seen first-hand how…
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Firefighters respond to council comments | Open letter
The Kirkland Professional Firefighters have found Councilmember Toby Nixon’s recent remarks both callous and unfortunate.
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Council responds to Fire Union letter | Open letter
As the mayor and the councilmembers who make up the Public Safety Committee, we are responding to last…
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What’s the difference between an illegal homeless camp… | Cartoon
What's the difference between an illegal homeless camp... | Cartoon for March 2
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Kirkland student’s perspective on potential Juanita High School rebuild, LWSD bond
This April, our community will be voting on a $398 million bond to improve various facilities in the…
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Eastside Narcotics Task Force disbanded | Cartoon
Eastside Narcotics Task Force disbanded | Cartoon for Feb. 25
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ICS Key Club provides help for local people in need | Sundberg
There are a lot of great kids in our community doing things to help those less fortunate than…
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Hill: Supplemental budget addresses priorities, fixes issues at executive-branch state agencies
Chief Senate budget writer Sen. Andy Hill, who represents Kirkland from the 45th District, released the chamber’s 2016…
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This is the wettest winter on record | Cartoon
This is the wettest winter on record | Cartoon for Feb. 22
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Lawmakers agree to bill for school funding but will it be enough | Cornfield
Having completed debates on the use of toilets and taxes, the Republican majority in the state Senate directed…
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Many reasons to gain weight with age, and many more excuses | Gustafson
As we grow older, many of us find it harder to avoid or undo unwanted weight gain. This…
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Rep. Luis Moscoso hopes recent issue sparks conversation about racism | Cornfield
Senate Majority Leader Mark Schoesler says he regrets blurting “She’s racist” moments after his caucus ousted Lynn Peterson…
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Sen. Habib welcomes changes coming to I-405 express tolling
Sen. Cyrus Habib, who represents Kirkland from the 48th District, issued the following statement after Gov. Jay Inslee…
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Inadvertently not shaving in November | Reporter notes
The No-Shave November fundraiser made me realize I too participated in the quirky cultural phenomenon. I’m pretty sure…
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Bus Rapid Transit on the Cross Kirkland Corridor | Cartoon
Bus Rapid Transit on the Cross Kirkland Corridor | Cartoon for Feb. 11
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Sen. Hill: WSDOT performance on I-405 tolls worsens
Express toll lanes on I-405 in Eastside King County continue to draw the ire of commuters as a…
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Volunteer to help a student today | LINKS
One person. One hour per week. That’s all that it took to give one fourth grade student in…
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Balducci: Senate’s action on Peterson must be reversed
Having served on the Sound Transit board, I witnessed firsthand the passion, dedication, and skill that made Lynn…