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Congressman introduces bill to discourage large investors from buying homes
Some point to large investors and private equity firms for the high cost of homes.
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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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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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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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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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South King County mayors issue joint statement on ‘rising tide of crime and violence’
In their statement, the mayors called on the county and the state to take immediate measures.
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OSPI announces plan to give working students credit towards graduation
The program is intended to recognize the skills and knowledge students acquire through employment.
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King County Local Dive: 2 random killings and a drug ring
A new podcast for King County residents
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King County Council votes to give free transit passes to youth
All King County residents under the age of 19 to ride for free on ORCA transit.
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UW professor sues school over indigenous land acknowledgment
Stuart Reges says University of Washington’s statement is “hollow” without “concrete action.”
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King County Local Dive: Unauthorized ballot box signs, fentanyl crisis, deputy-involved shooting, puppy sales
A new podcast for King County residents
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King County Council votes to declare fentanyl a public health crisis amid overdose surge
So far in 2022, King County is on track to set yet another new overdose record.
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King County Local Dive: Illegal dumping, road rage shooting, problematic totem pole
A new podcast for King County residents
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Online watchdog group gives a closer look at far-right extremists in King County
Justin O’Leary, of Des Moines, was recently arrested in Idaho with other members of Patriot Front.
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JUDGED BY XII: Auburn officer’s violent past presented in pretrial hearing
Episode 6 in this special podcast series that explores Jeffrey Nelson’s history of violent interactions with community members…
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New ‘Do Not Flush’ labeling law goes into effect across Washington this month
Officials estimate $440 million is spent removing clogs caused by improperly flushed products yearly
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King County Local Dive: Prostitution coercion, hate crime, book ban
A new podcast for King County residents
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King County Prosecuting Attorney vows to protect reproductive freedom
Dan Satterberg joins over 80 prosecutors from around the country in their pledge.