Northwest
Washington State set to expand abortion coverage
With the governor’s signature, the Reproductive Parity Act will allow state funding for abortion and contraception services.
Life
Oh, the places they’ll go
John Muir students celebrate literacy as teachers prepare them for the future.
Northwest
Bump stock ban becomes law; semiautomatics bill up next
It will be illegal in Washington to sell or own devices that make semiautomatic guns fire more rapidly.
Life
First time home-buyers: A whirlwind journey that was ‘totally worth it’ in the end
One Eastside couple shares their experience with buying their first home.
Northwest
Lawmakers are now at odds over a Sound Transit car-tab fix
The Senate and House disagree over whether lost revenue from a lower fee should be offset right away.
Life
The dementia whisperer
Aegis Lodge of Kirkland will host a seminar on dementia communications and care on March 8.
News
78-year-old woman dies after being struck by SUV while crossing unmarked crosswalk
Police are still investigating but there is no evidence of reckless driving, drugs, alcohol or anything of a…
Northwest
Behind the scenes of the governor’s veto of the public records bill
How negotiations between Jay Inslee’s office, lawmakers, and media organizations led to the end of the controversial legislation.
News
Kirkland police arrest woman for attempted kidnapping of toddler
The incident occurred at Bridle Trails State Park and police were able to bring the suspect into custody…
Northwest
Inslee vetoes public records bill; lawmakers get a do-over
Meantime, news organizations, including this one, have agreed to pause a lawsuit over access.
Northwest
Lawmakers introduce provision to allow guns in schools
The bill would allow, but not require, adults to carry concealed weapons.
Life
Whisperings Radio brings All Stars to Kirkland
The annual event will feature internation pianists.
Northwest
Lawmakers go into damage control over public records bill
Legislators try to frame the bill as a win for open government, while opponents hope for veto by…
News
Redmond police Pro-Act Unit nabs major Eastside drug dealer in Kirkland
After what the Redmond Police Department (RPD) noted as a lengthy investigation, the RPD Pro-Act Unit arrested a…
Life
Audubon creates native plant database for locals
The database will help locals attract birds and maintain healthy populations.
News
Hundreds turn out for Eastside gun-control meeting
Hundreds of people gathered in Kirkland on Sunday to rally for increased gun control.
Northwest
Legislators rewrite statute to exempt their records from public disclosure
Critics slam the move as a blow to government transparency.
Life
Fundraising underway for Mark Twain Elementary’s new playground
Twain PTSA is nearing the final stages of fundraising.
Northwest
Democratic lawmakers unveil conflicting budget proposals
Senate and House Democrats are at odds over education funding and how to cut property taxes.
Northwest
Domestic violence survivors could get new protections from workplace discrimination
The proposed bill easily passed the House of Representatives.