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CD Panthers win big for Seattle’s Central District

Seattle's Central District community is celebrating this week after several victories by the CD Panthers over the weekend.

5 years ago

Reduced service on handful of Sound Transit express routes begins Monday

Sound Transit will be reducing service on a handful of express routes in Pierce and South King Counties starting this week.

5 years ago

Seattle Public Schools opens 54 student COVID vaccine clinics

Seattle Public Schools will open 40 in-school and 14 regional COVID student vaccine clinics across the city for children age 5 and older.

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King County Councilmember Kathy Lambert concedes to challenger Sarah Perry

King County Councilmember Kathy Lambert conceded to challenger Sarah Perry in the race for the 3rd District seat on Sunday.

5 years ago

Expert’s advice on fighting off seasonal depression from rainy Seattle weather

As weather in the Puget Sound region keeps conditions dark and rainy, one expert at UW Medicine has some advice to help fight off the gloom.

5 years ago

Seattle middle school students now eligible for free ORCA card

Middle school students in Seattle can now get a free, unlimited ORCA card for rides on King County Metro and other local transit options.

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KIRO Radio hosts attempt to solve Seattle’s anxiety problem

A new study out of the U.S. Census Bureau has found that Seattle is ranked as the most anxious metro area in the country. KIRO Radio weighs in.

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Washington mountain pass webcams

Get a quick overview of the weather conditions at the mountain passes in Washington state.

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Economist: Things continue to get ‘worse’ for first-time home buyers in King County

With housing prices in the Puget Sound region continuing to steadily rise, first-time home buyers are finding themselves on the outside looking in.

5 years ago

Sea-Tac Airport finishes remodel of North terminal

Sea-Tac Airport has renovated its North terminal, expanding to 20 gates, adding 255,000 in square footage, and tripling dining and retail space.

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32 Bar & Grill at Kraken Community Iceplex opens Saturday

At the Kraken Community Iceplex at Northgate, the new 32 Bar & Grill is set to open Saturday, Nov. 6.

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WA Rep. Kilmer: American people ‘justifiably frustrated’ by inaction in Congress

The question everyone wants to know is whether Congress has a bill or not? Washington Rep. Derek Kilmer shares insight into the process.

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UW virology head: Immunity from vaccines is better than natural immunity

Researchers, including the head of the UW Virology lab, believe we're getting toward a point where COVID is endemic, but it doesn't have to be that way.

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Vaccine appointments for kids in Washington may be ‘hard to find’ at first, should open up

While a COVID-19 vaccine has been authorized for kids aged 5-11, there may not be appointments available immediately for this age group in Washington.

5 years ago

West Seattle low bridge fully operational after mechanical issue

The Spokane Street Swing Bridge, or West Seattle low bridge, is fully operational after having to close to traffic briefly Wednesday.

5 years ago

Seattle challengers hope for late ballots while leaders are confident in wins

No official calls have been made, but some local candidates are declaring victory while those behind are exercising patience as ballots are counted.

5 years ago

Asian giant hornet spotted just north of the border in British Columbia

Another Asian giant hornet has been spotted, but this time across the border in British Columbia. Though it's well within flying distance to the US.

5 years ago

Washington officials expect just 40% voter turnout in 2021

So far in the 2021 general election, overall voter turnout in Washington is low. It may not get much higher, either, expected to only reach about 40%.

5 years ago

Kathy Lambert still trails in race for King County Council, rest of incumbents hold leads

In early election returns from Tuesday night, one notable King County Council incumbent is trailing, while the rest have jumped out to sizable early leads.