News
King County Council considers increasing minimum wage to $19/hour
The legislation, introduced by Councilmember Girmay Zahilay, would make the rate for unincorporated parts of King County among the nation's highest.
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Environment
Readers sound off on Washington’s high gas prices
The state’s cap-and-trade system is met with skepticism and grudging acceptance as companies pass the program’s cost to consumer pocketbooks.
Environment
Washington’s ‘smoke season’ is back. Here’s how to stay safe.
As wildfire risk increases, so does the frequency of hazy, hazardous days. Here are some tips on monitoring air quality – and your health.
Education
Cashmere commits to more training after school harassment probe
The Cashmere School District has committed to bystander intervention training for faculty and students, as well as to other anti-harassment
Politics
King County voters pass levy for veterans and senior services
King County voters are heavily supporting the renewal of a levy for veterans, seniors and human services, which was on