Graphic rendering of ADU design used for Renton’s Permit Ready Accessory Dwelling Unit program (courtesy of City of Renton)

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Backyard cottages might offer a partial solution to King County’s housing problem

Some cities are embracing the solution better than others.

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King County Council approves $631 million emergency COVID budget

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Flames attack the hillside in Bonney Lake on Sept. 8, 2020. (East Pierce Fire & Rescue photo)

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WA firefighters brace for potentially busy weekend

Washington state Department of Natural Resources firefighters were preparing for what could have been a busy Memorial Day…

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Vashon High School Students Brave the Hard Conversations

A cadre of students has a goal of promoting racial equity and inclusion at their school.

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At the Six Month Mark, Sea Mar Finds Its Footing on Vashon

“This is your island and your island clinic.”

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COVID Case, Hospitalization Rates Below Key Targets in County

Here’s what you need to know about May 19 to May 24.

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Fire Chiefs get raises, Ceremony, celebration coming for high school seniors.

Photos of Kaloni Bolton. (Courtesy of Kristina Williams)

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She couldn’t breathe: Child dies from asthma attack at Renton medical clinic

Family of Kaloni Bolton, 12, seeks answers as to why staff couldn’t treat her.

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First ORCA card free for youth ages 6-18

ORCA cards accepted on Sound Transit, King County Metro, Washington State Ferries, and more.

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King County health officer issues directive urging continued use of face masks

Effort needed to slow the spread of COVID-19

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Band Is ‘in the Bag’ for Local Students

As students return to some in-person learning, the sound of music is also back in the schools.

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Jack Chevalier, Who Found His Life’s Purpose in Art, Dies at 72

The artist created a vast body of work from his small, longtime home on Vashon.

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To Mask Or Not To Mask is Suddenly The Question | UPDATED

Note: This article has been twice updated from the version that appears in The Beachcomber’s May 20 print…