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Dylan Aamodt, one of the owners of Eastlake Auto Brokers in Kirkland, said that over the past 15 months, “I’ve probably lost 30 to 40 catalytic converters” at the auto dealership. (Photo courtesy of Eastlake Auto Brokers Facebook page)

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Local business owners fed up with catalytic converter thefts

Problem plagues cities across King County.

Courtesy of StretchLab

Business

StretchLab to open first Kirkland location on June 6

The grand opening is set to take place sometime in July.

Courtesy of Hazardous Waste Management Program.

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Study: Lead exposure linked to kitchen cookware from Afghan refugees in King County

The issue was first noticed in Afghan children in King County, but more communities may be at risk.

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A new podcast for King County residents

King County Councilmember Reagan Dunn, who is running for U.S. Congress in the 8th District, speaks to supporters in March. Photo courtesy of Dunn’s Facebook campaign page

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Against the grain: Reagan Dunn holds the torch for King County conservatives

What it means to be the top Republican in a liberal King County government.

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EvergreenHealth Midwife delivers 1,000th baby of her career

“I don’t have any intention of leaving any time soon,” said Shana Johnson.

World War II veterans in Auburn, Wash. File photo

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Washington ranks 7th among states for number of World War II veterans

12,364 WWII veterans are living in the state, with a total population of 517,912 military veterans.

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Studio East brings Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing to Juanita Beach Park

Four free live performances will take place from June 3 to June 5.

Monkeypox virus. Photo courtesy of the Centers for Disease Control.

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King County identifies first presumptive monkeypox case

The illness is not as easily transmitted compared to COVID-19, according to health officer.

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Club members celebrate their awards. Courtesy of Kiwanis Club Kirkland.

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Kiwanis Club of Kirkland recognizes everyday heroes

27 Kiwanis Aktion Club members were presented with “Everday Hero” awards.

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Parent-led group Keep Kids Safe protests facility for homeless in Kirkland

The group held a protest outside of Kirkland City Hall on May 17 as a parent spoke to…

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Master Builders Association opposes new Kirkland tree ordinance

The construction industry group claims the tree ordinance will hinder housing projects.

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EvergreenHealth in Kirkland recognized for outstanding hospital safety and quality care

EvergreenHealth was ranked among the top two hospitals in WA for critical care and pulmonary care.

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King County Council approves creation of Cannabis Safety Taskforce amid rash of dispensary robberies

The multi-agency task force will cooperate to find ways to improve safety in the cash-only industry.

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Lake Washington Institute of Technology hosts Annual Applied Research Symposium

The symposium took place on May 12 and consisted of posters, presentations and visual arts.

Judged by XII: A King County Local Dive podcast. The hands shown here belong to Auburn Police Officer Jeffrey Nelson, who has been charged with homicide in the 2019 death of Jesse Sarey.

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JUDGED BY XII (Episode 4): Foster mom wants accountability in Auburn cop’s upcoming murder trial

Special podcast series explores Auburn Police Officer Jeffrey Nelson’s role in the death of Jesse Sarey.

Inspecting hand made flower bouquets. Courtesy of Koelsch Communities.

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Koelsch community houses in Kirkland celebrate nurses

The National Nurses Week and International Nurses Day celebration featured bouquets and lunch.

Zeyan Butt of Chase Bank in Kirkland. Courtesy of Chase.

Life

How a Kirkland banker helped a Ukrainian family leave a warzone

The Sukhoy family found themselves stuck in Warsaw due to debit card issues.

FILE PHOTO: King County Sheriff’s Office deputies.

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Dozens of King County Sheriff’s Office employees left jobs instead of getting vaccinated

This added on to the existing number of vacancies in the department.