News across King County

Jefferson's hair settles questions about Sally Hemings
Lock of hair settles questions about Thomas Jefferson and Sally Hemings

New archival space highlights Seattle Black Panther Party history
We take you inside the immersive gathering space opened in Pioneer Square in June.
Se Habla News: Sept. 24, 2026
In today’s headlines: Alaska Airlines adds flights at Paine Field, Starbucks closing more stores and a possible Seattle Schools bus driver strike.

September 24, 2026 - PBS News Hour full episode
September 24, 2026 - PBS News Hour full episode

Help Shape the Future of Walking, Biking and Rolling in Bellevue

Op-Ed: The $10 Billion Question Sound Transit Has Never Asked
Elevating the next light rail line through Downtown Seattle could save $10 billion, more than enough to close Sound Transit’s systemwide budget hole and get rail to Ballard much sooner. There’s just one problem: The agency has never officially studied the idea. It’s high time.

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Celebrate Latino icons, culture, and pride with the 39th Hispanic Heritage Awards!

Luis Valdez's play commented on identity and assimilation
Luis Valdez's play, "Los Vendidos," or the sellouts, was a commentary on assimilation and identity.

Brooke Shields' early career with Bob Hope and performing for the troops
Brooke Shields on her work with Bob Hope and performing for the troops.

Ballard and Ingraham students named National Merit semifinalists
Three Ballard High School students and two Ingraham High School students have been named semifinalists in the 2027 National Merit Scholarship Program. The Ballard students are Ethan McKee, Audrey Papineau, ... Read more

Op-Ed: What MAGA Doesn’t Want You to Know About I-645, I-001, and I-638
Seattle School Boardmember Joe Mizrahi makes the case against the three statewide initiatives put forward by MAGA hedge fund manager Brian Heywood that will starve government of resources and force school to discriminate against trans students.

Tennessee Crossroads 4008
BE Scott's BBQ, Wolf River, Lookout Mountain Incline Railway, Sally Lane's Candy Farm