The Seattle Office of Labor Standards has finalized a $15 million settlement with Uber Eats following allegations that the company underpaid more than 16,000 delivery workers in violation of city labor laws.
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King County Expands Mobile Crisis Teams For Youth
King County has expanded its youth mobile crisis response, adding seven new teams to support children and teens facing mental health and substance use emergencies, with nine teams now available 24/7.
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Washington Roundtable Names Rachel Smith As Next President
The Washington Roundtable announced this week that Rachel Smith will become its next president, effective October 1, 2025.
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Seattle, King County To Partner On New Crisis Care Facility
King County is moving forward with plans to open a second regional Crisis Care Center in Seattle’s First Hill neighborhood, following a letter of conditional support from Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell and a proposal submitted by King County Executive Shannon Braddock to the County Council.
Posted inLocal - City
Seattle Drivers Face Packed Schedule Of Roadwork Starting Aug. 15
WSDOT crews will be doing major roadwork on I-5 and SR 99 in Seattle from Aug. 15 to late August, resulting in full freeway closures, overnight detours, and lane reductions.
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37th District Democrats Condemn Cantwell Over Gaza, Netanyahu Meeting
The 37th Legislative District Democrats have condemned U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell for her meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and her support for military aid to Israel, citing her failure to “work towards peace and justice” for Palestinians.
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King County Restores Deputy Staffing In North And Southeast Precincts
The King County Sheriff’s Office has restored minimum deputy staffing levels in unincorporated King County, thanks to $845,000 in supplemental funding approved by the King County Council.
Posted inLocal - City
New Program Expands Support For Small Business Safety And Recovery
The City of Seattle has launched its Back to Business program to help small businesses recover from vandalism and prevent future property damage, offering grants for repairs, preventive safety upgrades, and neighborhood-level improvements.
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Red Cross Offers Free A1C Screenings With Blood Donations
The American Red Cross is calling on donors to make their health a priority by giving blood or platelets during National Wellness Month, and is offering a free A1C screening in August for all who make a successful donation.
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Metro Expands Service With New Routes And More Frequency
King County Metro is launching a major service boost on August 30th, with expanded bus routes, more frequent trips, and improved connections to Sound Transit’s 2 Line light rail, providing more reliable and accessible regional travel options.
