King County passes $20 billion budget with housing protections, property-tax increase
The King County Council unanimously approved a two-year, $20 billion budget Tuesday that expands investments in housing, public safety, and behavioral health, while bracing for potential federal funding cuts
Exploring the Ceramic Selection at Bellevue Uwajimaya
A query was recently raised on social media about the availability and variety of ceramics at the Bellevue Uwajimaya store. The person inquiring was particularly interested in bowls and plates, and was unsure if the Bellevue location had as extensive a selection as the Seattle store, which they had not visited in...
Am I Permitted to Defend Myself in Any Manner?
In the world of restaurant takeout, employees often encounter a variety of characters, some of whom can become aggressive. A question that arises in such situations is, how should one respond if they are physically threatened or assaulted? This question was posed by a restaurant worker who was tired of dealing with...
Harger: As Seattle embraces a Democratic Socialist mayor, fears of a business exodus emerge
Seattle just elected Katie Wilson, and she’s got big plans for our economy. Young voters put her in office because they’re frustrated. Good jobs, decent salaries, and they still can’t afford to live here. They wanted someone to shake things up. Here’s the Democratic Socialist mayor-elect last...
Emergency declared as Northwest’s main oil pipeline shuts down again
The Northwest’s primary oil pipeline has shut down for the second time in a week, this time leading Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson to declare an emergency. The governor's office said Seattle-Tacoma International Airport could run low on jet fuel by Saturday evening. For the next 14 days, Ferguson’s emergency...
Huge drug bust made at Kirkland apartment complex
KIRKLAND, Wash. — A quiet apartment complex in Kirkland gave little indication of the international drug investigation that had been building for months. When detectives from the King County Sheriff’s Office forced their way inside in October, they found almost no furniture. Instead, according to court documents, the...
Warrant issued for suspect in fatal Bremerton hit-and-run
Police in Bremerton are searching for Nathaniel Grayson, who they believe is involved in a deadly hit-and-run crash.
Detectives say driver with no license had BAC 3x the legal limit in deadly...
Charges have been filed against a 21-year-old who investigators say allegedly drove recklessly while under the influence-- without a proper license-- over the summer, leading to two crashes and a death
Coyote trapped, killed following ‘dangerous encounters’ at Seattle arboretum
A coyote was trapped and killed at the Washington Park Arboretum following a series of dangerous and close encounters with humans.
Longtime Bellevue College Counselor Leaves $1.8 Million for Local Student Scholarships
The Bellevue College Foundation has received a $1.8 million bequest from Daniel J. LaFond, a former instructor and counselor who died in October 2024. The endowment will fund scholarships for students in alcohol and drug counseling, social work, and related fields.

















