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Home invasion robbery | Auburn police blotter

From the Auburn police log.

Fuse Washington created the tongue-in-cheek ‘Save Our Yachts’ website to poke fun at those pushing a ballot measure to repeal the capital gains tax that is paid by the state’s super wealthy. (Screenshot)

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Attack websites seep into WA election battles

Such undertakings tend to change few minds and can incite a backlash, especially in communities where negative campaigning…

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Rope rescue for man who rolled ATV | Fire blotter

From the Valley Regional Fire Authority.

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Forgotten Fourth Fathers | Letters

Letter to the editor.

The use and sale of consumer fireworks are prohibited in the unincorporated areas of King County, but several cities in the county host a professional fireworks show for the public on July 4. File photo

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Fourth of July weekend weather: Sunny skies and warm highs

In light of preventable drownings, King County officials are urging the public to be cautious at rivers, lakes…

Traffic slows as it moves around the bend of northbound I-5 through north Everett on May 22, 2024. (Sound Publishing file photo)

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Washington’s population exceeds 8 million

More than 68% of the growth occurred in the state’s five largest metropolitan counties

A gray wolf. Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife

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Vote nears on ending ‘endangered’ status for WA wolves

The Department of Fish and Wildlife’s recommendation is to downlist wolves from “endangered” to “sensitive.”

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Auburn senior found unconscious| Fire blotter

From the Valley Regional Fire Authority.

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State Capitol Building in Olympia.

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Poll: WA voters want their lawmakers working all year long

Most Washington voters want their lawmakers to be at the Legislature in session during the entire year, according…

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Severe injuries from fireworks | Fire blotter

Firefighters responding to an injury at a fireworks stand found a man with multiple missing fingers.

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Overdose near Brannan Park | Fire blotter

From the Valley Regional Fire Authority.

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Hundreds of new laws will take effect in state June 6

Legislature approved changes in police pursuits, parental rights, firearms and other laws

Elizabeth Forbes (Lighthall) | Obituary

Obituaries

Elizabeth Forbes (Lighthall) | Obituary

July 31, 1932- May 22, 2024

Don C. Brunell is a business analyst, writer and columnist. He is a former president of the Association of Washington Business, the state’s oldest and largest business organization, and lives in Vancouver. Contact thebrunells@msn.com.

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Thoughts on Memorial Day and the ultimate sacrifice | Brunell

On Memorial Day, we traditionally honor Americans in our military who gave their lives in battle for our…

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Baby has febrile seizure | Fire blotter

From the Valley Regional Fire Authority.

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Firefighters treat man with stab wound | Fire blotter

From the Valley Regional Fire Authority.

Carol R. Nedderman | Obituary

Obituaries

Carol R. Nedderman | Obituary

June 13, 1945- February 20, 2024

Paul M. Huestis | Obituary

Obituaries

Paul M. Huestis | Obituary

Paul M. Huestis passed away on April 3, 2024. He was born on January 28, 1934 in Battle…

Sliced WA 64 apples show the newly released variety’s yellow-pink skin and white interior. The WSU-bred apple has outstanding eating and storage qualities. Courtesy of Washington State University

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New Washington apple needs a name

Feeling creative? You can enter online by May 5.

Food in a foam takeout container. Sound Publishing file photo

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Foam coolers, takeout containers will be banned in WA

The prohibition on the sale and distribution of these products will take effect June 1 under a law…