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Renton, Wash., Pulled the Plug on 24 Flock Cameras in a 4-3 Vote. The Nearly $170,000 Contract Behind Them Ended Nov. 2

Renton, Wash., has about two dozen Flock Safety license plate cameras covered in black plastic and switched off since the City Council voted 4-3 in May to pause them. The two-year, nearly $170,000 contract behind them was set to end Nov. 2, KUOW reported on Oct. 16, and if the council took no action the cameras would be taken down.

Renton, WA · 8d
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Luxury time arrives: Washington’s first Rolex store opens in Bellevue

Luxury shoppers of the Pacific Northwest now have a new, boutique stop for their next shopping trip. The first stand-alone Rolex store in all of Washington is now open in Bellevue’s The Shops at The Bravern, the Puget Sound Business Journal reported. The Swiss luxury watchmaker opened the 4,700-square-foot...

Bellevue, WA · 7d
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Council rejects reducing Clearview cannabis shop distance buffers

The Snohomish County Council, in a 3-2 vote last week, declined a proposed code amendment from county planners to reduce the distance cannabis shops could be within each other in Clearview and rural areas. The lack of action means the existing 10,000-foot separation, which is just shy of two miles,...

Snohomish County, WA · 7d

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Bellevue Safe Parking Program for Families in Cars to Relocate as Site Faces Demolition

Bellevue’s Safe Parking program gives families with children who live in their vehicles a staffed place to park near Downtown Bellevue. The city has proposed moving it to Newport Presbyterian Church at 4010 120th Ave. SE because part of the current city-owned property is scheduled for demolition in 2026.

Bellevue, WA · 7d
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Boil water notice issued for Fall City area. Here's what we know

A boil water notice has been issued for residents in downtown Fall City and surrounding areas, who must use boiled or bottled water for drinking, cooking, and brushing teeth. Drinking fountains are shut off at Fall City Elementary and Chief Kanim Middle School; families are urged to send students with safe water.

Fall City, WA · 8d

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A US Army Helicopter Had a Close Call with Fireworks in Seattle

Video footage of last night’s flyover of Lumen Field showed fireworks appearing to hit a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter, though it was not damaged. There was nearly a “Black Hawk Down” moment on Monday evening, but it wasn’t in a hostile war zone. Instead, four United States Army UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters from the 2-158th Assault Helicopter Battalion conducted a flyover of Lumen Field in Seattle just before kickoff between the Seattle Seahawks and Chicago Bears.

Seattle, WA · 7d

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'The Big Dark' returns to Washington

Western Washington has officials entered "The Big Dark," the unofficial start of the gloomiest months after Daylight Saving Time ends.

Washington · 8d

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Early numbers show opposition to WA ballot measures

Early election results show opposition to at least two of three ballot measures introduced by the Let's Go Washington PAC. Joining FOX 13 Seattle to explain the numbers are political analysts Randy Pepple and Sandeep Kaushik.

Washington · 7d

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For some, the cost of jury duty in Washington state is too high

If you’re registered to vote, there’s a chance you could end up being selected for jury duty. But whether you’re able to fulfil your civic duty can come down to whether you can afford it.

Washington · 8d

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Seattle Prop. 1 results: Transit sales tax leading in early vote

SEATTLE - Seattle voters are deciding whether to approve a sales tax increase to fund public transit expansion and safety upgrades across the city. Proposition 1, the 2026 Seattle Transit Measure, is currently on pace to pass. As of Tuesday night, 72.6% (151,909) of voters approved the ballot measure, while...

Seattle, WA · 7d

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Updates: Election Day 2026 results, student engagement across campus

Happy Election Day, Huskies! Today is an opportunity to exercise your right to vote. You can vote at the HUB from 8:30 a.m. through 8 p.m. or visit any voting center across the city until 8 p.m. Students who are in line by 8 p.m. are still eligible to vote,...

Seattle, WA · 7d

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Mayor Katie Wilson shares updates on the search for Seattle’s new police chief, Ballard light rail and more

Mayor Katie Wilson sat down with KUOW’s “Soundside” Monday to share updates on her efforts to curb violence on Aurora Avenue, the ongoing search for Seattle’s next police chief, and the city’s approach to homelessness.

Seattle, WA · 8d

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King County prosecutors monitor voter intimidation, election interference

The King County Prosecutor’s Office is monitoring threats to voters and potential interference with election administration, with criminal prosecutors and civil attorneys prepared to respond, spokesperson Casey McNerthney told “Seattle’s Morning News.”. While the office may not be the first agency people associate with voting, McNerthney said...

King County, WA · 8d

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Bob Ferguson Appoints Jenifer Chao to Lead Asian Pacific Affairs

OLYMPIA – Governor Bob Ferguson on Friday announced the appointment of Jenifer Chao as executive director of the Washington State Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs. The appointment is effective Nov. 1. The Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs (CAPAA) is a state agency tasked with improving the lives...

Washington · 8d

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WSDOT wants public input on proposed high-speed rail connecting Seattle, Portland, and Vancouver

The Washington State Department of Transportation is asking for public input as it studies a potential high-speed rail line connecting Seattle, Portland and Vancouver, British Columbia.

Seattle, WA · 8d

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Pierce County Sheriff Accused of Planning Anti-Trans Stunt at Reign Game

Pierce County Sheriff Keith Swank is accused of organizing an anti-transgender demonstration inside Lumen Field for Seattle Reign FC's regular-season finale against the Orlando Pride on Sunday, according to emails shared by the advocacy group Defend Washington. The emails reportedly show Swank directing attendees to buy tickets in a specific section, conceal their shirts upon entry, and reveal them at halftime.

Seattle, WA · 9d

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‘They can’t afford to keep the ones that they have’: Jake and Spike clash over Seattle’s $22 minimum wage

KIRO host Jake Skorheim argued the problem facing Seattle small businesses isn’t finding workers. “It’s not because they can’t find the employees,” Jake said on “The Jake and Spike Show” on KIRO Newsradio. “They can’t afford to keep the ones that they have.”

Seattle, WA · 10d

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Kenmore seeks to better regulate e-bikes

New legislation regarding electric bikes became law in Washington on June 11. This law classifies types of e-bikes and sets a minimum age limit of 16 for users of certain e-bike classes. However, these regulations have proven to be difficult to enforce in Kenmore, as the city’s ability to identify the classification of e-bikes being used and the identity of the user is incredibly limited at the moment.

Kenmore, WA · 9d

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Election Day 2026: Key WA Congressional Races

This Election Day, we're tracking several key congressional races that could play a role in determining who controls Congress, and there's a lot on the ballot here in Washington that's compelling people to vote.

Seattle, WA · 7d