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Governor talks potential return of SuperSonics with NBA commissioner

With the NBA considering a possible expansion, Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson met Feb. 5 with the league’s commissioner to offer...

By Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard • February 6, 2026 10:37 am


State bill would prohibit local bans on encampments in Washington

Would keep cities and counties from criminalizing camping on public property.

By Jake Goldstein-Street Washington State Standard • February 6, 2026 12:53 pm
Extra DUI patrols set for Super Bowl weekend in King...

More police to be out Feb. 6-8

By Steve Hunter • February 3, 2026 2:57 pm
State Senate approves lower drunk driving limit

The bill drops it to 0.05% from 0.08%; still needs House approval

By Jerry Cornfield Washington State Standard • January 29, 2026 10:15 am
King County honors budget director for distinguished service

The King County Council a former county employee with the MLK Medal of Distinguished Service, only the fourth county employee…

By Drew Dotson • January 27, 2026 8:40 am
Covington man suspected of DUI in Renton crash

The crash left two of his passengers from Auburn injured.

By Reporter Staff • January 26, 2026 4:30 pm
New equine nonprofit will foster healing horsepower

The M.A.R.S.H.E.L.L.E. Project is raising funds to provide equestrian experiences for local kids in the foster care system.

By Bailey Josie • January 17, 2026 5:30 am

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Comcast RISE will award 100 small businesses in King County with over $3 million in monetary, marketing and technology grants. Courtesy Comcast Sponsored
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