Issaquah superintendent reflects on bomb cyclone damage to schools, recovery
A year after trees fell on two Issaquah schools, the district is using lessons learned to strengthen infrastructure and improve emergency planning.
Tacoma considers long-term safety plan, including ‘alternatives’ to police response
The strategy still calls for “effective” responses to violence and property crimes, but encourages alternatives to better connect people with community resources.
King County approves $20B budget as state revenue forecasts tighten
The budget includes more than $225 million for public safety and criminal justice and over $55 million for housing and homelessness initiatives.
Teen boy shot in South Seattle
The suspect, or suspects, fled from the scene before police arrived and have not been found, police said.
Bus driver recounts tree falling on King County Metro bus
Chuck Anderson of Edmonds reflects on his routine bus route that turned into a nerve-rattling experience last November.
King County Council votes to temporarily fund the county’s only film production studio
Harbor Island Studios is one of the few publicly funded production studios in the country — and it may soon close for good due to King County’s budget deficit.
Grand Central Block, Pioneer Square’s ‘old soul,’ makes a comeback after years in the dark
Urban Visions bought the century-old buildings last month for just over $5 million after a previous redevelopment plan fell apart during the pandemic.
Providence Swedish to cut 296 positions, citing financial challenges
The hospital system announced the layoffs Tuesday. It also announced the closure of Credena Health Pharmacy and Swedish Weight Loss Outpatient Clinic.
