The new light rail connection between Seattle and the Eastside provides a faster, more reliable, and traffic-free option for commuters to travel between the two cities, with trains running every 8-15 minutes.
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Red Cross Urges Blood Donations As Spring Activities Impact Supply
The American Red Cross is urging people to donate blood and platelets to maintain a stable supply for patients, and is offering a limited-edition T-shirt to donors who participate between March 30 and April 12.
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State Disciplines Several King County Health Care Providers Over Misconduct Allegations
The Washington State Department of Health has taken disciplinary action against several health care providers in King County, citing allegations ranging from unprofessional conduct to criminal violations.
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Judkins Park Light Rail Station To Open This Saturday
Sound Transit’s Judkins Park Station has opened, providing direct light rail access between Seattle and cities on the Eastside, as well as improved pedestrian, cyclist, and transit access to the surrounding area.
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Public Input Sought As Seattle Advances Phase 2 Of Comprehensive Plan
Seattle City Councilmember Eddie Lin is inviting residents of District 2 to provide feedback on the city’s Comprehensive Plan, which will guide decisions on housing, jobs, transportation, and infrastructure for the next 20 years.
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Dr. Sandra Valenciano Selected To Lead Public Health Seattle/King County
Dr. Sandra Valenciano has been appointed as the next Director of Public Health – Seattle and King County, pending confirmation by the Metropolitan King County Council and Seattle City Council.
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Wilson Appoints Randy Engstrom As Director Of Seattle Center
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson has appointed Randy Engstrom as the new director of Seattle Center, bringing decades of experience in arts, culture and public policy to the role.
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Murray, Wyden Urge Reversal Of Policy They Say Puts Migrant Children At Risk
U.S. Sens. Patty Murray and Ron Wyden are urging the Trump administration to reverse proposed changes to a federal contract that would limit access to legal counsel and undermine protections for unaccompanied immigrant children.
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Seattle Pauses CCTV Expansion, Orders Audit Ahead Of World Cup
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson has paused expansion of the city’s surveillance camera program and ordered a privacy and data governance audit to balance public safety needs with oversight and civil liberties.
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Seattle U Names John Bonner Women’s Basketball Head Coach
Seattle University has hired John Bonner as its seventh head coach of the women’s basketball program, bringing with him a decade of experience and a proven track record of success.
