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The Snoqualmie River, as seen near Preston on Oct. 6. Folks around the valley are busy preparing for the upcoming flood season. (Aaron Kunkler/staff photo)

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Minor flooding possible along the Snoqualmie River

King County has opened its Flood Warning Center for the second time after two days of heavy rain.

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.

Mark Mullet and supporters wave signs Oct. 28. Courtesy photo

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At a glance: Valley election results

8th Congressional District

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Si View parks, Harborview, Fall City funding measures passing

Four funding packages in the valley were passing as of Tuesday evening.

5th Legislative District

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Democrats again secure all three state seats in 5th Legislative District races

Following a Democratic sweep in 2018, the formerly Republican district seems to be solidly blue.

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All King County charter amendments are passing

Voters are approving an appointed sheriff along with other measures.

Map of 45th Legislative District.

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Election Day results in for 45th Legislative District

Goodman and Springer lead in early results for 45th Legislative District

King County Senior Deputy Prosecuting Attorney David Martin heads the Domestic Violence unit. COURTESY PHOTO, King County

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King County domestic violence homicides on the rise this year

Previous two years had seven each as COVID-19 impacts incidents

A coho salmon. The 14th annual Salmon SEEson program provides information on virtual and self-guided viewing locations around King County. Flickr/Bureau of Land Management

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News Around the Valley: Grants, COVID-19, business assistance, salmon sightings

Grants available for community organizations, chambers

A 212-unit development is slated for the Dahlgren property, more commonly known as the “mule pasture,” along North Bend Way. File photo

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UTRC recommends approval of North Bend’s water plan

Plan includes a contested plot of land known as the Dahlgren property.

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.