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Abortion rights protesters fill all four corners of the intersection in front of the Everett Planned Parenthood in support of abortion rights on Saturday, July 9, 2022 (Olivia Vanni / Sound Publishing)

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GOP cheered abortion ruling. Democrats responded by voting.

A swell of electoral support for Democrats pushed turnout higher in primary. Republicans look to adjust for November

King County Local Dive podcast

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Housing First: ‘What if we do nothing about homelessness?’ | Podcast

A podcast about King County’s Health Through Housing initiative.

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Wayside United Church in Christ’s welcome doors.

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‘We aren’t going to let hate win’: Federal Way church celebrates pride after vandalism

First-annual Pride Picnic follows recent vandalism to the church’s Pride display.

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Medical examiner identifies motorcyclist who died after hit-and-run collision

The 44-year-old SeaTac man died two days after the collision.

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Federal Way officer receives suspension for TikTok video

See the uncensored video that got Officer Breanna Straus suspended for one shift.

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Well-Fed from the Federal Way Farmers Market: Peach Tiramisu

Recipe includes fruit from local Saturday market.

Executive Dow Constantine. Courtesy of King County.

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County executive announces coalition to tackle King County’s degrading state of behavioral health care

The policy proposals will be delivered to the King Couty Council next month.

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DOH opens call center to answer questions about monkeypox virus

Washingtonians can now call 1-833-829-HELP for any questions relating to the monkeypox virus.

Live auction bidders bid on live auction items at FUSION Art Event August 3. Photo by Sarah Fox.

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FUSION raises record $384K at annual fundraiser

The funds will go toward renovating two new homes to help house families experiencing homelessness.

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Free vaccination events provide required back-to-school immunizations

In 2021, 13% fewer vaccinations were administered to King County children ages 4-5.

A kindergarten student at Panther Lake Elementary raises her hand during attendance on the first day of in-person learning on March 15, 2021. The DOH updated guidance that students and staff who return from isolation must wear masks in school for five days. Photo by Olivia Sullivan/Sound Publishing

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DOH releases COVID-19 updates for Washington K-12 schools, child care

The Department of Health guidance update includes required five-day isolation for positive COVID tests.

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Suspect ransacks apartments after fire | Federal Way Police Blotter

The following is a sample from the Federal Way police log Aug. 2-9.

The Federal Way Performing Arts and Event Center is located at 31510 Pete von Reichbauer Way S. Olivia Sullivan/the Mirror

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Federal Way’s Performing Arts and Event Center celebrates 5-year anniversary

Festival kicks off Aug. 19.

The exterior of the Clarion Hotel located on B Street behind the municipal airport in Auburn is among the properties purchased by the Health Through Housing program. Photo by Henry Stewart-Wood/Sound Publishing

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Health Through Housing operators selected for Auburn, Federal Way

The two buildings will house approximately 200 people and are expected to open by the end of 2022.

Front of Silver Cloud Inn purchased in Redmond to serve as permanent supportive housing under the county’s Health Through Housing initiative. Photo by Cameron Sheppard/Sound Publishing

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King County officials reflect on Health Through Housing criticisms and goals

Dow Constantine and Leo Flor uphold belief in the housing first approach.

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Monkeypox cases in Washington are doubling nearly every week

Health officials suggest taking precautions to avoid getting infected with the virus.

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Man shot, killed after road rage incident in Federal Way

The 35-year-old man died at the scene.

King County Local Dive podcast

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King County Local Dive: Toddler’s mom accused of murder; state targets invasive crabs

A new podcast for King County residents

The League of Women Voters of Seattle-King County hosted a candidate forum between Leesa Manion and Jim Ferrell in race for King County Prosecutor on July 21 at the Renton Civic Theatre. Courtesy photo

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King County prosecutor candidates discuss criminal justice issues facing the region

Jim Ferrell and Leesa Manion clash over restorative justice programs in the county.

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State’s response to monkeypox led Seattle doctor to visit Canada for vaccine

As of Aug. 3, at least 166 people in Washington had tested positive for the monkeypox virus.