Kirkland City Council to discuss Urban project extension, Houghton Park development, legal advocate for sexual assault victims, and 2025 safety projects on May 6.

Cindy Broughton is featured for her role as Nursing Services Program Manager at Seattle Human Services, focusing on care for older adults and those with disabilities. Her work emphasizes racial equity, client-centered care, and work-life balance.

Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell and DEEL announce up to $555 one-time retention payments for nearly 5,000 child care workers, funded by the FEPP Levy, with ongoing support proposed until 2032.

Pierce County Council passed the Vision Zero initiative to eliminate traffic deaths and serious injuries by 2035, as reported on the county's website.

Pierce County and Comcast completed the Key Peninsula broadband project ahead of schedule, connecting more locations than planned and providing vital internet access to residents and businesses.

Clark County is seeking a volunteer park host for Captain William Clark Regional Park to maintain facilities and assist visitors while living on-site with basic utilities provided by the county.

The Lower Peshastin Creek Salmon Habitat Restoration Project has completed its lead soil remediation phase and is moving on to habitat restoration, which includes adding log jams and an interpretive trail.

Rep. Adison Richards' bills on worker compensation and dairy inspection are now law, with two others on budget and permitting pending governor's approval.

Pierce County Council passed Resolution -R2025-139s to build trust among immigrant communities by limiting county involvement in non-criminal immigration enforcement, aligning with Washington's Keep Working Act principles.

The State Assembly passed a new construction budget with $7.5 billion, allocating $147 million to the 26th District for various local projects, as detailed on the House Democrats' website.

Kirkland Police hosts a "Guns for Gift Cards" event, offering $25-$250 for unwanted firearms to enhance public safety by reducing accidental injuries and theft potential.

Hyun Kim is set to become Tacoma's Interim City Manager, following City Council's nomination, pending contract approval and final council confirmation.

Washington's DNR initiates a 150-acre forest restoration project in Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest to improve ecosystem health and manage smaller tree overgrowth.