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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.

Perseid meteor shower in August 2021. Photo courtesy of Nasa.gov/Bill Ingalls

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Meteor showers light up August nights in the Pacific Northwest

Stargazers can track Perseids at sites around Washington state.

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Man shot, killed after road rage incident in Federal Way

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

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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.

Ben Stahl, Taylor Davis and Cassie Jo Fastabend perform a scene from The Oregon Trail in rehearsals. Photo courtesy of Kyle Sinclair

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Centerstage Theatre’s season finale embarks on ‘The Oregon Trail’

The final show of the 2021-2022 season begins Aug. 19 through Sept. 11.

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Masked suspects rob woman, threaten to kill child | Federal Way Police Blotter

The following is a sample from the Federal Way police log July 27 to Aug. 1.

The new Amazon Fresh store replaces the former Sears location at The Commons mall in Federal Way. Cameron Sheppard/Sound Publishing

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Amazon Fresh grocery store in Federal Way to open Aug. 11

First person in line on opening day receives a $100 Amazon gift card.

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Motorcyclist dies after hit-and-run collision in Federal Way

Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying any suspect leads.

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South King County mayors issue joint statement on ‘rising tide of crime and violence’

In their statement, the mayors called on the county and the state to take immediate measures.

Washington Superintendent of Public Instruction, Chris Reykdal (Courtesy of OSPI)

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OSPI announces plan to give working students credit towards graduation

The program is intended to recognize the skills and knowledge students acquire through employment.

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Weyerhaeuser King County Aquatic Center closes for upgrades

Two planned closures are to improve accessibility, safety and energy-efficient systems.

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Federal Way residents celebrate National Night Out

The nationwide event is hosted to enhance relationships between law enforcement agencies and the communities they serve.

Volunteers at the Furniture Fix-it Fair. From left to right, Nataly Balacci, Xenia Dolovova, Hester Angus, Sarah Berkley, Sal Nauon, Dimitri Pierre-Louis. Photo courtesy of Xenia Dolovova.

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Fix-it Fairs refurbish furniture for local refugee families

Volunteers at the July event restored 39 pieces of furniture.

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Wilson, Kochmar advance in August primary election

Incumbent Sen. Claire Wilson secured over 55% of votes as of Tuesday night.

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Police commander to face incumbent for State Rep. in general election

Incumbent Rep. Jamila Taylor and newcomer Casey Jones secure majority of primary election votes.

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Reeves, Tagoai advance in primary election

Kristine Reeves and Ashli Tagoai are vying for 30th District State Representative position 2.

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Early results are in for 9th CD and LD 41 primaries

King County Elections posted the first round of results for tonight’s primary, including 9th Congressional District and Legislative…