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King County libraries planning to expand hours | KCLS
Many local libraries will start offering expanded hours in late May.
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King County libraries to get rid of late fees starting May 9
KCLS says late fines generate little revenue, with fines making up less than 1% of KCLS’ budget.
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Auburn responds to Legislature’s inaction on drug laws
At the May 1 council meeting, Auburn Mayor Nancy Backus explained what the state Legislature’s failure to agree…
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Investigation continues after Kent police shoot saw-wielding man
The Auburn Police Department released new details regarding a shooting by the Kent Police Department that resulted in…
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Puyallup woman dies in motorcycle crash
A 51-year-old Puyallup woman died as a result of a fatal traffic collision at approximately 6:11 p.m. April…
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Auburn man, 63, dies in wrong-way crash
The collision happened just before 3 a.m. April 30 in Renton.
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Key To Change string studio offers music lessons, opportunities in south King County
Based in Renton, this nonprofit for young violin and viola players will host its annual Solo String Festival…
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Multiple people shot at illegal street race
Four injured, including three adult men and a juvenile.
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Auburn Public Schools Foundation goes where taxpayer dollars can’t
It’s a known fact: students with empty bellies, tattered shoes, ragged clothes and other unmet basic needs don’t…
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State of the City: Auburn mayor covers homelessness, diversity, public beautification
As the city of Auburn continues to emerge from the shadow of COVID-19, Mayor Nancy Backus told people…
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King County Crisis Care Levy passing in first election results
If passed, the property tax levy will help fund behavioral health infrastructure in the region.
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Washington’s COVID-19 exposure notification app to end May 11
Washington’s COVID-19 exposure notification app is scheduled to conclude May 11 in tandem with the end of the…
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State patrol arrests road rage shooting suspect from Auburn
The Washington State Patrol arrested a 20-year-old Auburn man on April 20 for his involvement in a road…
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Auburn Valley Humane Society fees will increase
The last time the Auburn Valley Humane Society adjusted its fee schedule was in 2021.
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Police poised to regain ability to undertake more pursuits
A bill partially unwinding a 2021 policing reform clears the Legislature. It is headed to Gov. Jay Inslee…
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SR 164, SR 18 around Auburn closed next week
Work on SR 18 lasts from April 17 to 19; on SR 164, only April 18 and 19.
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Autopsy sheds light on fatal shooting by King County deputies
2022 incident involving Cicero Sanchez is still under investigation.