King County Parks is launching a new Park Ranger Program in June to enhance the visitor experience and ensure a visible, welcoming presence in the county’s parks and trails system, with a focus on community engagement, public education, and inclusive engagement.
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Seattle Public Library’s Summer Book Bingo Expands To Reach Readers Across King County
The Seattle Public Library and Seattle Arts & Lectures are teaming up with the King County Library System to launch the expanded Summer Book Bingo, inviting readers to read widely, discover new genres, and share their literary journeys with friends and family.
Posted inLocal - City
DEEL Hosts Groundbreaking Conference On Centering Black Girls In Education
The 2025 Children, Race, and Racism Institute, hosted by the Seattle Department of Education and Early Learning, brought together educators to center, cultivate, and celebrate the brilliance of Black girls, providing practical tools and a deeper understanding of racial equity and inclusive education.
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Judge Rescinds Order Directing Trump Administration To Admit 12,000 Refugees
A judge has ordered the Trump administration to admit 160 refugees who had planned to come to the U.S. within two weeks of Jan. 20, while the case is evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
Posted inLocal - City
Seattle Leads Global Rollout Of LimeGlider, Lime’s Newest Electric Vehicle
Lime has launched the first-ever LimeGlider in Seattle, a new class of electric vehicle designed to be more comfortable and convenient, and is planning to roll out over 10,000 units in North America and Europe.
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Vivian Song Announces Campaign For Seattle School Board
Vivian Song, a former Seattle School Board member and finance professional, announced her candidacy for the District 5 seat in 2025, promising to bring financial expertise and long-term vision to the board.
Posted inState
New Law Will Help Commerce Protect People In Washington From Lead
Washington State has signed legislation to clarify the state’s authority to run its Lead-Based Paint programs independently and set its own fee schedule, aiming to protect Washingtonians from the health and safety risks of lead exposure.
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Cantwell Condemns Trump’s Auto Tariffs, Warns of Rising Vehicle Prices
U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell criticized President Trump’s 25% tariff on imported vehicles, warning that it would raise car prices for American consumers and harm local economies, particularly in Washington state.
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Get A Glimpse Of China At The Seattle Chinese Culture & Arts Festival
The Seattle Chinese Culture & Arts Festival, hosted by the Washington Chinese Arts & Culture Committee, will take place at the Seattle Center Armory Food & Event Hall on May 17, featuring traditional and contemporary Chinese influences, as well as a variety of cultural activities.
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Washington Leads Coalition Urging CFPB To Release $4.2M To Victims Of Tech Training Scheme
Washington Attorney General Nick Brown is leading a coalition of states in demanding the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau follow through on its promise to distribute $4.2 million in restitution to consumers harmed by the now-defunct tech training company Prehired LLC.
