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Three injured in drive-by shooting

Police do not have a suspect or vehicle description.

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Monkeypox cases in Washington are doubling nearly every week

Health officials suggest taking precautions to avoid getting infected with the virus.

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King County Local Dive: Toddler’s mom accused of murder; state targets invasive crabs

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The League of Women Voters of Seattle-King County hosted a candidate forum between Leesa Manion and Jim Ferrell in race for King County Prosecutor on July 21 at the Renton Civic Theatre. Courtesy photo

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King County prosecutor candidates discuss criminal justice issues facing the region

Jim Ferrell and Leesa Manion clash over restorative justice programs in the county.

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State’s response to monkeypox led Seattle doctor to visit Canada for vaccine

As of Aug. 3, at least 166 people in Washington had tested positive for the monkeypox virus.

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Homemade fireworks, assault at Memo’s | Police blotter

The following information is taken from the Auburn Police Department daily blotter from July 18 to July 25.

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King County had low unemployment, job force expansions in June

Despite two back-to-back quarters of declining national gross domestic product (GDP), King County isn’t in a recession. The…

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Would-be robber shot and killed by gas station clerk

Auburn police are investigating the shooting

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South King County mayors issue joint statement on ‘rising tide of crime and violence’

In their statement, the mayors called on the county and the state to take immediate measures.

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OSPI announces plan to give working students credit towards graduation

The program is intended to recognize the skills and knowledge students acquire through employment.

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Voters approve property tax levy increase to fund Mountainview Fire and Rescue

King County voters approved Mountainview Fire and Rescue Proposition 1 which restores the property tax levy to $1.50…

Volunteers at the Furniture Fix-it Fair. From left to right, Nataly Balacci, Xenia Dolovova, Hester Angus, Sarah Berkley, Sal Nauon, Dimitri Pierre-Louis. Photo courtesy of Xenia Dolovova.

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Fix-it Fairs refurbish furniture for local refugee families

Volunteers at the July event restored 39 pieces of furniture.

Kim Schrier (D) and Matt Larkin (R) will face off this November for Washington’s 8th Congressional District.

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Larkin will face Schrier for Congress this November

A photo finish between Reagan Dunn and Matt Larkin has turned toward the latter.

Chris Vance, left, plans to challenge Sen. Phil Fortunato, R-31st District, during the 2022 election. Courtesy photos

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Chris Vance, Holly Stanton will likely challenge incumbents in District 31 races

Chris Vance, Holly Stanton will challenge incumbents in District 31 races

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Early results are in for 9th CD and LD 41 primaries

King County Elections posted the first round of results for tonight’s primary, including 9th Congressional District and Legislative…

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King County Local Dive: 2 random killings and a drug ring

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Report: Auburn property crimes rose, arrests went down

Auburn police’s clearance rate dropped nearly 10%, the report says.

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Still need to register to vote? Visit an elections Vote Center | King County

Vote Centers in Bellevue, Federal Way, Kenmore, Kent, Renton, and Seattle will be open July 30 and Aug.…

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Sound Transit approves free transit for kids, teens

Beginning Sept. 1, youth ages 18 and under can ride for free on Sound Transit transportation.

Eastside Fire and Rescue responds to a large brush fire July 25 on Interstate 90 near High Point Way east of Issaquah. Courtesy photo

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County sets plan to reduce wildfire risk in rural areas

Communities like the Enumclaw Plateau, Issaquah and the Snoqualmie Valley will need a blend of strategies to face…