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King County announces June 22 burn ban, reminds fireworks illegal in unincorporated areas

Editor’s note: The following is a press release from the King County Department of Local Services.

Reuben the horse was located by deputies on April 9, less than 24 hours after he was allegedly stolen. Photo courtesy KCSO

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Suspect in Enumclaw horse theft charged

Jenee Amber Westberg, a former employee of the farm, allegedly stole Reuben on April 9.

11th grade student at Franklin High School, Sam Pederson-Spaulding, speaks at the State of the County address in Federal Way. Photo by Keelin Everly-Lang / the Mirror.

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Collaboration is key strategy for new King County Executive

From flood responses to a new baby to regional challenges and a tight budget, King County Executive Girmay…

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The detour will lead cars through downtown Issaquah.

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Major summer road closure for Renton, Issaquah drivers

The road will close in both directions through Aug. 23.

The Washington state Capitol on Feb. 6, 2026. (Photo by Bill Lucia/Washington State Standard)

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These new Washington state laws took effect June 11

Over 200 new Washington state laws took effect June 11.

King County Transportation District board members met May 27 to discuss amendments to a proposed 0.1% sales tax. Screenshot

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King County Transportation District approves new sales tax in close vote

The 0.1% tax will fund the county’s Roads and Services Division and sends tens of thousands, if not…

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Man arrested after shots fired at local RV park

The yet-to-be identified man was arrested on suspicion of assault, discharging a firearm, and felony harassment.

Former Wilkeson Mayor Jayme Peloli

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Wilkeson Mayor Peloli resigns

Instead of being mayor, she will now serve as a Government Relations Consultant for Wilkeson and continue her…

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Homeland Security retreats on plan to get data on mail-in voters

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is walking back, for now, a plan to sweep up data on…

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Briefly | June 3 & 10

Two trial updates and a correction.

Kylee Raihl-Partridge, Glacier Middle School

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Buckley Kiwanis presents May Students of the Month

White River High’s Sofia Gomez and Thunder Mountain Middle School’s Kylee Raihl-Partridge made May’s list.

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Homeland Security retreats on plan to get data on mail-in voters

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is walking back, for now, a plan to sweep up data on…

An unnamed tributary to Ginder Creek runs under SR 169 near Black Diamond through two culverts that are too small and shallow for fish to successfully navigate. Photo courtesy WSDOT

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WSDOT to share SR 169 fish culvert replacement details | UPDATE

Two major projects on the highway will improve fish habitat in the area, but will also heavily affect…