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King County’s landfill is going to get bigger
A ninth cell will be built, extending its life by another decade.
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King County wants to end deportation flights for ICE
Legal challenge expected from federal government.
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King County forests are facing new challenges
Hot, dry summers are stressing native tree species in Western Washington.
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Committee proposes amendments to address King County trash dilemma
King County Council to vote on plan.
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Human waste: Unlikely climate change hero?
King County treatment plant joins effort to counteract effects of carbon dioxide.
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Would rent control work in Washington?
Oregon’s new law could lay the blueprint for other states
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Fight over Energize Eastside continues
Community groups remain opposed to PSE’s planned system upgrade.
Northwest
Western Washington faces elevated wildfire risk in 2019
Humans cause majority of fires in state
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King County approves bargaining agreement with 60 unions
Employees will receive wage increases and $500 bonus.
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Law enforcement oversight office seeks subpoena power
Organization has been unable to investigate King County Sheriff’s Office.
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Salish Lodge development could raise property taxes
A future city council will decide if money from the lodge will be used to offset possible increases.
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Students walk out of class for Youth Climate Strike
Nationwide action to draw attention to climate change took place March 15.
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King County is still using solitary confinement on juveniles
Report on solitary confinement shows the county is not honoring its agreement.