King 5 News
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Sound Transit board members renew commitment to light rail expansion, despite budget shortfall
Four of the 18 members said it remains a priority to deliver the voter-approved extensions into West Seattle and Ballard.
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Tacoma Humane Society dog kills another dog at Tacoma City Marathon
In a statement, the Tacoma Humane Society called the incident “tragic” and said it resulted in the death of a…
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Oak Harbor boy aims for top spot in Bill Nye’s ‘America’s Favorite Student’ contest
An Oak Harbor boy is among the top finalists in Bill Nye’s “America’s Favorite Student” contest, competing against 20,000 kids…
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Puyallup approves flagpole project for America’s 250th birthday despite community opposition
Most residents who spoke Tuesday night urged the city council to reject the nearly $150,000 project, citing concerns over the…
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Washington State Supreme Court denies state’s attempt to reinstate sheriff’s standards law
After a Thurston County judge blocked part of the law, the state filed a motion seeking a reversal. The state…
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Whale dies near Bellingham amid wave of similar incidents in Washington’s waters
The species is the second largest animal on Earth, behind only blue whales.
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Federal unemployment aid available to Washington residents affected by historic flooding
Unemployment remains high in flood-affected counties, topping 6% in some areas.
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Officials lay groundwork for future of regional homelessness authority
The King County Council unanimously approved a motion to evaluate KCRHA’s financial condition and identify possible system improvements.
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Second fireball in a week lights up Washington skies
It came from outer space… and flew straight to Olympia.
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Local disaster response team encourages homeowners to take action before wildfires
Clackamas County volunteer organizations have joined state agencies in urging preparation for an “above-average wildfire season.”
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