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Executive Dow Constantine. Courtesy of King County.

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King County Executive proposes millions of dollars in public safety investments

The proposed budget will focus on reducing crime, gun violence, and behavioral health crises.

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A podcast for King County residents featuring top local stories.

Beverly Davidson, owner of Quill and Ink Tattoo, sits inside her studio located at 111 W. North Bend Way. Photo by Conor Wilson/Valley Record

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Quill and Ink connects tattoos and confidence

Retired U.S. Air Force officer specializes in cosmetic and restorative tattoos.

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Early data suggests program can reduce recidivism in King County

Restorative Community Pathways for youth offenders contrasts with traditional prosecution.

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Burrell joins Carnation City Council

Ryan Burrell will fill vacancy left by outgoing Mayor Kim Lisk.

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Snoqualmie Tribal Chairman Robert de los Angeles speaks at the I90/SR18 interchange ceremony.

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Valley leaders celebrate start of SR 18/I-90 interchange construction

Work on the infamous interchange is expected to begin in November and alleviate congestion

Junior running back Beau Phillips dives for the endzone to give the Wildcats a 14-6 lead against Spanaway Lake. Photo courtesy of Calder Productions.

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Mount Si football loses close game to Spanaway Lake

The Spanaway Lake Sentinels took a 17-14 nail-biter win over the Mount Si Wildcats in a non-conference Thursday…

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Fatal police shooting, illegal steroids, deadly trench collapse | King County Local Dive

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Gary Remlinger (left) and his wife Bonnie (right) join grandson Nathan Sherfey for a ribbon cutting ceremony on Sept. 8. Photo Conor Wilson/Valley Record.

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Remlinger Farms Brewery hosts pitcher-perfect grand opening

After pandemic delays, Remlinger family welcomes community to new brewery.

Areas colored pink are under a red flag warning for fire conditions over the Sept. 9-11 weekend. COURTESY GRAPHIC, State Department of Natural Resources

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Wildfire smoke and high-risk fire conditions likely over the weekend

Low humidity, gusty winds and high temperatures mean if a fire starts, it will spread rapidly.

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State superintendent announces proposal for free school meals

Proposal asks WA Legislature to allocate $86 million annually.

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Washington’s COVID-19 state of emergency to end Oct. 31

Gov. Jay Inslee announced the order will end nearly three years after he first issued it.

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Kim Lisk poses in front of City Hall on her last official day as Mayor of Carnation.

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Carnation Mayor, community advocate steps down after nearly 30 years of service

Longtime community advocate Kim Lisk steps down as Carnation’s mayor