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King County releases first-ever Wildfire Risk Reduction Strategy
Amid expanding fire risks, the plan makes recommendations for agencies across the region.
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Bellevue chiropractor accused of possessing, dealing child pornography
Robert Brad Ulrich pleaded not guilty, pre-trial hearing is Sept. 13.
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Office of Law Enforcement Oversight director issues statement on behavioral health response
Calls for non-law-enforcement teams to respond to non-violent emergencies related to mental health.
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Housing First: ‘What if we do nothing about homelessness?’ | Podcast
A podcast about King County’s Health Through Housing initiative.
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County executive announces coalition to tackle King County’s degrading state of behavioral health care
The policy proposals will be delivered to the King Couty Council next month.
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DOH opens call center to answer questions about monkeypox virus
Washingtonians can now call 1-833-829-HELP for any questions relating to the monkeypox virus.
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Kirkland introduces new specialist to help respond to mental health crisis
Robert Rebecca is a licensed mental health professional that will work with first responders.
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Eastside Baby Corner hosts back-to-school drive
The drive will take place on August 16 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Redmond City Hall.
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Free vaccination events provide required back-to-school immunizations
In 2021, 13% fewer vaccinations were administered to King County children ages 4-5.
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DOH releases COVID-19 updates for Washington K-12 schools, child care
The Department of Health guidance update includes required five-day isolation for positive COVID tests.
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Juanita Beach reopens after elevated water bacteria levels forced closure
The beach was closed on July 27, 2022.
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King County officials reflect on Health Through Housing criticisms and goals
Dow Constantine and Leo Flor uphold belief in the housing first approach.
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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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Meteor showers light up August nights in the Pacific Northwest
Stargazers can track Perseids at sites around Washington state.
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Four women’s care specialists join EvergreenHealth
The specialists will join Women’s Specialty Care, OB/GYN Care and Eastside Maternal Fetal Medicine.
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King County Local Dive: Toddler’s mom accused of murder; state targets invasive crabs
A new podcast for King County residents
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King County prosecutor candidates discuss criminal justice issues facing the region
Jim Ferrell and Leesa Manion clash over restorative justice programs in the county.
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State’s response to monkeypox led Seattle doctor to visit Canada for vaccine
As of Aug. 3, at least 166 people in Washington had tested positive for the monkeypox virus.
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Kirkland City Council passes tenant protections
The ordinance is intended to help meet the city’s affordable housing goals.
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Kirkland Police search for Missing Indigenous Woman
Taci A. D. Marson was last seen leaving for a walk on August 2.