Transportation
After originally aiming to build 20 additional fast-service bus lines on high demand routes by 2040, King County Metro has changed its construction timelines and put 13 of those projects on hold.
King County
In a recent interview, Councilmember Kathy Lambert blamed Fain’s accuser for the alleged rape. Then Lambert’s colleagues distanced themselves from her comments.
Breaking news
Microsoft co-founder, developer, and philanthropist struggled with cancer for decades
Unanimous decision
All nine justices found the use of capital punishment in Washington state unconstitutional and racially biased.
The initiative, filed by a group called “Citizens Against Sports Stadium Subsidies” could put the $135 million spending plan on the ballot early next year
King County
With King County’s finances already stretched thin, Constantine’s budget largely maintains current services while making investments in transit, law enforcement, and juvenile justice reform.
Gun laws
A Bellevue-based gun rights group has already vowed legal action in response.
Special report
King County courts use money bail to incarcerate defendants before trial. Should the system be reformed?
King County
Seattle Mariners could make more than $100 million from naming rights.
Criminal justice system
Policy shift comes as part of a settlement in response to a 2017 lawsuit
Seattle and King County’s joint task force to address the crisis still only has vague strategies
2018 Primary Election
Republican Dino Rossi and Democrat Kim Schrier are the top two finishers in the Aug. 7 primary race for U.S. Representative in Washington’s 8th Congressional… Continue reading
Transportation
With an overhaul set by 2040, a new report shows the economic and health benefits of going electric.
Environment
Other counties across the state have already enacted similar restrictions.
Law Enforcement
The Sheriff’s Office somehow missed his record of assault when hiring him in 2017.
Drug Treatment
Patients in South King County and Eastside face bigger barriers to treatment
Housing
The money was already coming, but Constantine wants to speed up the process.
