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Local officials welcome federal money to fix outdated fish culverts
If repaired, 50 fish culverts of the 3,000 identified would restore 50 percent more salmon habitat.
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Prosecutor candidates debate court backlog, working with police, restorative justice
King County voters will choose between Jim Ferrell and Leesa Manion in Nov. general election.
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King County Executive proposes broad investments to behavioral health infrastructure
The plan would be funded by a nine-year property tax levy which voters may decide on in 2023.
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State Board awards nearly $76 Million in grants to fund salmon recovery projects
Over $2.8 million in grant funding was awarded to projects and efforts in King County.
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Department of Health introduces monkeypox data dashboard to track viral activity
The dashboard tracks cases numbers and hospitalizations across the state.
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King County Executive proposes millions of dollars in public safety investments
The proposed budget will focus on reducing crime, gun violence, and behavioral health crises.
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Funding secured for behavioral health crisis stabilization facility in King County
The mental health facility will help avoid arrests and unnecessary hospital emergency room visits.
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King County Council wants to look at ways to support food banks amid rising inflation
A measure to identify resources for food banks will be come to a final vote on Sept. 20.
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JUDGED BY XII: Auburn cop’s death-themed tattoos go public
Episode 7 in this special podcast series explores the release of unredacted photos showing Jeffrey Nelson’s tattoos.
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WA lawmakers celebrate passage of Inflation Reduction Act
The bill includes provisions to reduce prescription drug prices and climate change investments.
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King County Councilmember requests audit of the King County Regional Homelessness Authority
A letter to the county auditor’s office asked for a financial and performance audit of the agency.
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King County Council approves $5 million in funding for youth mental health
CDC statistics show increased mental health emergencies among youth during the pandemic.
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King County releases first-ever Wildfire Risk Reduction Strategy
Amid expanding fire risks, the plan makes recommendations for agencies across the region.