Jay Inslee (D), left, and Loren Culp (R). File photo

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Gov. Inslee surges to big lead as he nears rare third term

Statewide office roundup: Schools chief Reykdal in close contest; Secretary of State Wyman fends off challenge.

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Sex education bill Referendum 90 is passing

It will decide whether Senate Bill 5395 will be enacted into law.

Exterior building and signage view from 9th Avenue of Harborview Medical Center in Seattle, WA.

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Voters approve $1.74 billion bond for Harborview Medical Center

King County voters are saying yes to upgrades at Harborview Medical Center.

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All King County charter amendments are passing

Voters are approving an appointed sheriff along with other measures.

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Roasterie employee tests positive for COVID-19

The Roasterie will close as of Friday, Oct. 30, with a reopening now set for Thursday, Nov. 12

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Don’t Duck Your Civic Duty, It’s Time to Vote

This trio appeared outside the Vashon Library to cheer on voters dropping off their ballots.

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A Bike Event Pivoted to Stay Safe — and Then Smoke Rolled In

The annual fundraiser was adjusted because of the pandemic. Then it became dangerous to be outdoors.

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Schools: Pirates practice, and support personnel get a raise

Student-athletes have returned to practices and conditioning sessions, can join a conditioning club.

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Final Harvest: Vashon Winery’s Owner Decides it’s Time to Sell

For owner Ron Irvine, it’s a place that is now full of memories of a life well-lived.

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Vashon Emergency Operations Center COVID-19 Pandemic Situation Report

Here’s what you need to know about Oct. 19 to Oct. 26.

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Local Services Hosts Annual Town Hall, Pandemic Style

King County officials Zoomed in to inform and hear from island residents.

Aaron Kunkler/staff photoAlvin Sweet is a resident of Martin Court in Seattle’s Georgetown neighborhood. Martin Court is a former motel which was transformed into a supportive housing complex two decades ago. New funding from King County’s Health through Housing ordinance could expand this type of program across the county.

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King County wants to buy motels for emergency, affordable housing

The concept has proven results in addressing homelessness.

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State demanded more drop boxes, and now it must pay for them

A King County judge says a law requiring more ballot boxes was an illegal unfunded mandate.