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Legislators to host town hall in Bothell

Legislators from the 1st District will hold a town hall meeting from 2:30-4 p.m. on March 12 in…

The scene inside of a house in the 14200 block of SE 38th St. Bellevue police found 775 marijuana plants. Photo courtesy of the Bellevue Police Department

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Many illegal marijuana growers from last two years not charged with crime

Every year, police and fire departments across the region uncover illegal marijuana growing operations that cause large fires…

Kirkland middle school band students to perform with the Alchemy Tap Project

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Kirkland middle school band students to perform with the Alchemy Tap Project

The Kamiakin Middle School band program is used to performing for the public. Every year, the 4th- through…

In like a lion | Cartoon for Feb. 28 - Frank Shiers

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In like a lion | Cartoon for Feb. 28 – Frank Shiers

In like a lion | Cartoon for Feb. 28 - Frank Shiers

Fatality accident cleared from NE 124th Street in Kirkland, some streets remain closed

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Fatality accident cleared from NE 124th Street in Kirkland, some streets remain closed

One of the busiest streets in Kirkland was closed for an accident involving a fatality Monday morning. Other…

Snow in Kirkland had forced Lake Washington School District officials to call a two hour late start for Monday morning. Reporter file photo

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All after school activities for the LWSD on Monday are canceled | UPDATE

Schools in Kirkland that are part of the Lake Washington School District will begin two-hours late on Monday,…

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Governor limits state agencies’ assistance in enforcing President’s immigration ban

By Enrique Pérez de la Rosa

The competing plans for a basic-education funding solution

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The competing plans for a basic-education funding solution

By Grace Swanson

Washington state laws will continue to protect transgender students | State superintendent

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Washington state laws will continue to protect transgender students | State superintendent

The following is a release from the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction Chris Reykdal:

Finding real solutions amidst Olympia’s education-funding fantasy | Sen. Rossi

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Finding real solutions amidst Olympia’s education-funding fantasy | Sen. Rossi

Promising teachers a huge pay raise and reviving previously failed tax proposals is no way to provide Washington…

Mason Gordon poses for a photo alongside his mom, Lindsey; his sister, Greta; and their dog, Joey. Contributed photo

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Kirkland boy heads back to school after proton radiation treatment

Following seven weeks of proton radiation treatment and a month of recovery time, 11-year-old Kirkland resident Mason Gordon…

A crowd gathered at Kirkland City Hall gives a standing ovation to the Kirkland City Council for approving an ordinance and a resolution aimed at affirming the city as a safe, inclusive and welcoming place for all people. Contributed photo

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Kirkland City Council receives community support for inclusive city ordinance

The Kirkland City Council received a standing ovation on Feb. 21 from a crowd of dozens of residents…

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Rep. Goodman takes on issue of prisoners’ early release, mistakes

By Tim Gruver

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Thriving state marijuana market gets potful of legislative attention

By Tim Gruver

Woman breaks marble table top during domestic violence incident | Kirkland police blotter

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Woman breaks marble table top during domestic violence incident | Kirkland police blotter

The blotter feature is both a description of a small selection of police incidents and a statistical round-up…

STEM app winners: Top from left, Sid Chandrasekar, Rhea Shinde, Tristan Stevens and Rachel Oommen; bottom from left, Stephen Yamasaki, Rudy Banerjee and Ayan Gupta. ANDY NYSTROM, Redmond Reporter

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Verizon names STEM High app team a Best in Nation winner

A seven-member Tesla STEM High School squad received a surprise on the morning of Feb. 15 during a…

Constantine a driving force against climate change | Letter

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Constantine a driving force against climate change | Letter

Ask any local resident, “What do you love most about living here?”, and you’ll get a wide variety…

Kirkland pot shop incident caught on video, police seek suspect

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Kirkland pot shop incident caught on video, police seek suspect

Violence erupted at a Kirkland retail marijuana store when an intoxicated customer was asked the leave on Saturday…

A City of Kirkland map shows the proposed location of Kirkland Fire Station 24. Submitted art

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Kirkland moving forward with new fire station in Juanita

The City of Kirkland has multiple projects in the works to ensure fire response times are as quick…

Alicia is able to manage her own house with the help of Compassion House. Nicole Jennings/staff photo

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Issaquah shelter gives refuge to women, children escaping domestic violence

Editor’s Note: The woman featured in this story is a victim of domestic violence. For her own safety,…