King County Metro has named Tamieko Cook its Operator of the Year, recognizing a veteran transit operator whose connection to the agency began as a child and eventually led to a career spanning nearly three decades.
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Posted inLocal - County
King County Residents To Help Decide How $2.7 Million Is Invested In Skyway And White Center
King County has launched its 2026 participatory budgeting process, allocating approximately $2.7 million for community-led grants in the Skyway/West Hill and White Center/North Highline neighborhoods.
Posted inLocal - City
Court Ruling Protects $66 Million In Federal Homelessness Funding For Seattle, King County
A federal judge blocked the Trump administration’s proposed changes to federal homelessness funding after ruling that HUD failed to follow the legally required public notice-and-comment process.
Posted inLocal - City
Tubman Health Center Breaks Ground In South Seattle
Construction has officially begun on the Tubman Health Center, a 26,000-square-foot facility in Rainier Beach designed to expand access to culturally responsive health care and community wellness services, which is expected to serve 12,000 primary care patients and 16,000 community members through wellness programs and health education initiatives.
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New Disaster Assistance Center Opens To Help Residents Affected By Winter Storms
A new Disaster Assistance Center is opening in King County to help Washington residents impacted by December storms and flooding access federal and state aid, with services available in-person and online.
Posted inLocal - County
King County Proposes 12.75% Sewer Rate Increase For 2027
King County officials have proposed a 12.75% increase in sewer rates for 2027 to fund upgrades to the wastewater system, meet environmental regulations, and expand capacity for a growing population.
Posted inLocal - City
Officials Celebrate Opening Of 235-Unit Affordable Housing Community In Northgate
King County Executive Girmay Zahilay celebrated the opening of Copperleaf Northgate, a 235-unit affordable housing community located next to the Northgate transit station in Seattle, which is the largest affordable housing investment by King County and is designed to connect residents to transit, jobs and services.
Posted inLocal - City
Report Details Progress, Challenges In City Of Seattle Tribal Partnerships
Seattle city officials have released a report highlighting progress and ongoing challenges in strengthening relationships with Tribal Nations and Native communities, following the 2025 City of Seattle Tribal Nations Summit.
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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.
