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The state’s hospitals face “unprecedented collapse” amid COVID uptick warn healthcare unions

Union spokeperson says understaffing was a problem even before the pandemic.

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Washington Association of Sheriffs & Police Chiefs condemns recent police ambushes

Two officer targeted shooting were reported last week in South King County.

From left to right: Julie Reece-DeMarco and her daughters Natalie and Sophia DeMarco organize and pack supplies for Afghan families coming to the Pacific Northwest area. Alex Bruell/Sound Publishing

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Backpack program to aid, encourage incoming Afghan refugees

Thousands of Afghanistan refugees are expected to arrive in the greater Seattle area over the next few weeks,…

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Auburn City Council approves $14.8 million spending plan

The money comes from the American Rescue Plan Act.

Gov. Jay Inslee talks about schools reopening during a past news conference. (Screenshot courtesy of TVW)

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Masks required at big outdoor events; vaccine mandates expanded

Governor’s mask order takes effect Sept. 13.

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King County is looking for community members to help oversee law enforcement accountability

Community Advisory Committee for Law Enforcement Oversight is in need of applicants.

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Vehicles prowled, businesses burgled | Auburn police blotter

The following information is taken from the Auburn Police Department blotter from Sept. 2-8. All told there were…

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Why burning our trash may not be as bad as it sounds

Understanding waste-to-energy’s financial and environmental impact in King County.

People hold up signs in protest of Gov. Jay Inslee’s latest proclamations during a Rally for Medical Freedom on Aug. 25 in Buckley. Photo by Alex Bruell/Sound Publishing

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State workers get incentive to comply with vaccine mandate

An agreement between the state and their union also provides for some leeway in meeting the deadline.

This is a screenshot that shows the pursuit of a stolen vehicle Sept. 1 on Interstate 5 in King County.

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VIDEO: Auburn police let suspected vehicle thief go, citing new laws

State laws passed earlier this spring require police to have probable cause to engage in a pursuit.

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Student brings awareness to menstrual health among Puget Sound’s homeless

When Ria Mohan, a junior of Juanita High School in Kirkland, had to choose a topic of focus…

Matt Axe, the Wildfire and Forest Resiliency Coordinator with the King Conservation District, speaks to homeowner Anita Kissee-Wilder about fire reduction strategies at her home in North Bend on Aug. 24. Photo by Conor Wilson/Valley Record.

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King County braces for more wildfires in rural areas

Firefighters have already responded to a number of large fires.

Homelessness Outreach Program Coordinator Kent Hay delivering mail to a resident of the camp on Friday, Aug. 27, 2021. Photo by Henry Stewart-Wood/Sound Publishing

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Meet the man who’s working to end homelessness in Auburn

Kent Hay is a one-person department who does anything necessary to house people.

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Dirt bike stolen from shed | Auburn police blotter

The following incidents are taken from the Auburn Police Department blotter. All told there were 16 assaults, 16…

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End of summer block party to be held in downtown Auburn

The party will be from 3-7 p.m. Thursday, Sep. 2.

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King County to require masks at large outdoor gatherings of 500 or more

New health officer order to control the spread of COVID-19

This 2019 security footage at the Cenex gas station in Black Diamond shows Anthony Chilcott on his phone before entering, and driving off with, Carl Sanders’ Ford Raptor and Monkey, his poodle, in the front seat. Courtesy photo

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Oversight office releases scathing report on King County Sheriff’s Office

Report analyzes 2019 killing of Anthony Chilcott by deputies.

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Fortunato calls on legislators to ‘rein in’ Inslee’s powers

State Senator from Auburn says he’s concerned about vaccine safety and government overreach.

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Investigation: 911 calls handled properly in Kent Ramada Inn killing of Auburn woman

Police took 52 minutes to respond to domestic violence attack; civil lawsuit expected

Hometown Nine fellow Imani Brown (center) poses for a photo with Mariners pitcher Justin Dunn (Left) and Mariners outfielder Kyle Lewis during an event for the Hometown Nine class of 2026 at T-Mobile Park. Photo by Ben VanHouten/ Seattle Mariners.

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Auburn middle school student athlete chosen for Mariners fellowship

Thirteen-year-old Imani Brown plays baseball and attends Rainier Middle School in Auburn.