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New teen campaign, DREAM BIG, kicks off

New teen campaign, DREAM BIG, kicks off

Russell Wilson and Ciara unveil limited edition library cards featuring the duo

New teen campaign, DREAM BIG, kicks off
Bill targets sexual health curriculum in Washington schools

Bill targets sexual health curriculum in Washington schools

Senate Bill 5395 is co-sponsored by 17 Democratic representatives and introduced by Sen. Claire Wilson, D-Federal Way.

  • Feb 14, 2019
Bill targets sexual health curriculum in Washington schools
According to King County’s Mental Illness and Drug Dependency (MIDD) annual report, Seattle had the highest rate of people using services at 36 percent of the total, followed by 31 percent from South King County, 18 percent from the greater Eastside, and 7 percent from north county including Shoreline.

Study shows King County’s treatment funding is making progress

A document on the county’s .1 percent health sales tax was accepted Wednesday by the county council.

According to King County’s Mental Illness and Drug Dependency (MIDD) annual report, Seattle had the highest rate of people using services at 36 percent of the total, followed by 31 percent from South King County, 18 percent from the greater Eastside, and 7 percent from north county including Shoreline.
Muckleshoot Tribe to add conference center, more gaming space and amenities to casino

Muckleshoot Tribe to add conference center, more gaming space and amenities to casino

Tribe expects to complete latest project in early 2020

  • Feb 14, 2019
Muckleshoot Tribe to add conference center, more gaming space and amenities to casino
Property taxes to rise slightly in Kent for 2019

Property taxes to rise slightly in Kent for 2019

Less than 1 percent hike compared to 15 percent jump in 2018

  • Feb 14, 2019
Property taxes to rise slightly in Kent for 2019
City to restrict parking in neighborhoods near Kentridge High
City to restrict parking in neighborhoods near Kentridge High
Sen. Das pitches bill to do away with plastic bags

Sen. Das pitches bill to do away with plastic bags

Sen. Mona Das wants to sack plastic bags. The first-term Democratic senator from Covington, who represents the 47th Legislative District, is making Senate Bill 5323… Continue reading

  • Feb 13, 2019
Sen. Das pitches bill to do away with plastic bags
Rep. Entenman proposes sales tax break for low- and middle-income families

Rep. Entenman proposes sales tax break for low- and middle-income families

Rep. Debra Entenman, D-Kent, who represents the 47th Legislative District, has proposed a refund on state sales taxes for lower-income workers. The bill to advance… Continue reading

  • Feb 13, 2019
Rep. Entenman proposes sales tax break for low- and middle-income families
Kent schools to remain closed Thursday

Kent schools to remain closed Thursday

Slush, ice, power outages among reasons

  • Feb 13, 2019
Kent schools to remain closed Thursday
Woman jumps over Green River embankment while fleeing Kent Police
Woman jumps over Green River embankment while fleeing Kent Police

BECU Foundation accepting applications for its annual scholarships

The BECU Foundation is accepting applications for its annual scholarships. This year, the foundation is recognizing and awarding $2,500 scholarships to full-time high school seniors… Continue reading

  • Feb 13, 2019
Children’s play area at Seadrunar. Photo by Lauren Davis via Facebook

Seedy side of Seadrunar: Drug rehab center accused of neglect, exploitation

Public records reveal that Seattle facility was accused of neglecting children and clients in its care.

Children’s play area at Seadrunar. Photo by Lauren Davis via Facebook

Kent School District offers free Child Find screenings

For children 3-5 who may have a disability

  • Feb 13, 2019
City of Kent releases weather, road update

City of Kent releases weather, road update

Asks resident to report potholes

  • Feb 13, 2019
City of Kent releases weather, road update
Somali community faces SeaTac displacement

Somali community faces SeaTac displacement

Proposed redevelopment threatens the heart of the Somali business community.

Somali community faces SeaTac displacement
State superintendent: School districts can apply to waive missed days due to storm

State superintendent: School districts can apply to waive missed days due to storm

Districts still must meet certain instructional hours

  • Feb 12, 2019
State superintendent: School districts can apply to waive missed days due to storm
Kent schools to be closed again Wednesday

Kent schools to be closed again Wednesday

Superintendent Watts explains reasons

  • Feb 12, 2019
Kent schools to be closed again Wednesday
Community rallies for JaMar

Community rallies for JaMar

School principal under investigation for allegedly locking out autistic student

Community rallies for JaMar
National Weather Service: latest forecast at a glance

National Weather Service: latest forecast at a glance

Tuesday morning update

  • Feb 12, 2019
National Weather Service: latest forecast at a glance
Puget Sound Fire call report

Puget Sound Fire call report

Type, number of incidents

  • Feb 12, 2019
Puget Sound Fire call report