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King County’s new prosecuting attorney announces task force units
Leesa Manion said the units are focused on public safety and “King County’s greatest areas of concern”
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Family fears son’s killer could be freed from Washington state prison
Mark Wallace was 14 when he was killed by his older brother’s friend, John H. Schoenhals.
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Proposal would exempt Washington’s news outlets from B&O tax
Legislation cited as necessary save jobs and protect a critical community service.
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King County encourages folks to recycle their old holiday lights
The county has compiled a list of retailers and organizations that will recycle old light strands.
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Department of Health warns of high rates of flu this season
In addition to the flu, other respiratory illnesses such as COVID and RSV are overloading hospitals.
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Audit finds that temp workers are owed $200,000 by King County
The workers are owed back benefits – payments in lieu of benefits for temp workers.
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King County audit finds difficulty tracking effectiveness of adult diversion programs
The auditors say the county lacks the strategy, coordination and data to measure cost-effectiveness.
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Fish consumption advisory issued for several King County lakes
Traces of dangerous “forever chemicals” found in Lake Washington, Lake Meridian and Lake Sammamish
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King County Council names Upthegrove new Chair as part of annual reorganization
Upthegrove has represented District 5, which includes parts of Kent and Renton, since 2014.
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Use of force policy changes recommended for King County Sheriff’s Office
By Dec. 1, law enforcement agencies must either adopt the model policy or adopt a policy consistent with…
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Office of Law Enforcement Oversight not satisfied with KC Sheriff’s body-worn camera policy
OLEO said while it supports a body-worn camera policy, the KCSO’s current policy is insufficient.
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Early results show Manion leads Ferrell in King County Prosecutor race
Leesa Manion and Jim Ferrell vie for the position of King County Prosecuting Attorney.
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King County warns of potential for severe flooding
County leaders urge residents to prepare themselves for floods as needed.