Obituaries
Robert (Bob) Ryan | Obituary
December 18, 1939 - May 17, 2025
Northwest
‘No Kings’ rallies scheduled across King County on June 14
The nationwide effort is intended to protest recent actions and policies by the Trump administration.
News
New King county park rangers to begin patrolling Saturday
Council members hope the increased presence of officials will deter break-ins at trailheads.
News
Auburn celebrates Pride Month with flag raising
Auburn hosted a Pride flag raising and celebration June 2 at City Hall, with Mayor Nancy Backus issuing…
Northwest
Seattle socialist Kshama Sawant to challenge Adam Smith
Announces run in 2026 election for 9th District Congressional seat
Northwest
More specialty license plates on the way in WA
Up to six new options will arrive this fall.
Letters to the Editor
Financial literacy in schools: A path to economic mobility | Guest commentary
Imagine being asked to perform at a concert without ever taking piano lessons. Or read a novel without…
Northwest
Washingtonians will need state permit to buy guns under new law
The requirement will go beyond the state’s existing background checks.
Northwest
New state law directs $100M in grants toward hiring police or other public safety options
Gov. Ferguson signs bill that provides local sales tax option
News
WA to rein in fast drivers with speed limiters
The new law is named after four people killed in a crash last year near Renton: Boyd Buster…
News
Candidate filing begins for 9 Washington state legislative seats
Candidates can begin filing at 8 a.m. Monday (May 5) for more than 3,200 seats on city councils,…
Opinion
Higher total taxes are making Washington unaffordable | Brunell
Too often, elected officials overlook the cumulative costs of regulations, taxes, and fees on taxpayers. However, those added…
Northwest
WA ports await sharp drop in cargo over tariff battle
President’s standoff with China is expected to stifle the flow of goods.
Life
Volunteers step up for Auburn’s annual Clean Sweep
Clean Sweep, Auburn’s annual celebration of Earth Day, took place April 26. Volunteer groups worked on general cleanup,…
Northwest
WA Legislature approves hiking Discover Pass price to $45
The increase would take effect on Oct. 1, 2025.