Claire Sumadiwirya fills a vacant Bellevue City Council seat after a unanimous vote, replacing Janice Zahn, now in the State House of Representatives.

A King County Superior Court judge struck down Initiative 2066, finding it violated Washington's constitution, causing mixed reactions and intentions to appeal.

The Lees donated a Jacob Lawrence lithograph to Bellevue's public art, expanding the city's cultural offerings and embodying their philanthropic commitment.

Dr. Jean Twenge discussed the mental health impact of smartphones on youth at a Seattle University event, citing research on increased unhappiness and social media usage among teenagers.

House Democrats in Washington propose revenue bills targeting wealthy residents with a Financial Intangible Assets Tax and corporate income with a B&O tax surcharge to address the state's $15 billion budget shortfall and fund education.

Washington state leaders honor the late Ralph Munro for his compassionate legacy and impact on inclusivity and civic engagement. Munro was remembered for his service as Secretary of State and advocacy for Vietnamese refugees.

Claire Sumadiwirya was unanimously chosen by Bellevue's City Council to replace Janice Zahn, who resigned due to her new role in the State House of Representatives. Sumadiwirya will focus on public safety, education, growth, and quality of life.

Claire Sumadiwirya was unanimously appointed to Bellevue City Council, filling a vacancy. The city's cleanup initiative achieved significant trash removal, and staff updated the council on legislative priorities amid a forecasted budget gap.

The Thurston County Auditor's Office is undertaking a major voter verification project to ensure registration data accuracy by sending verification letters to address discrepancies and refine voter rolls.

Claire Sumadiwirya was unanimously chosen by Bellevue's city council to fill Janice Zahn's seat, serving until the November election. She is committed to collaborative leadership in Bellevue.

Pierce County received a grant for eelgrass conservation to protect underwater meadows and support marine ecosystems in Puget Sound, including carbon sequestration and fish habitats.

Seattle's Mayor announced the citywide expansion of the CARE responders for non-police emergency responses, particularly for behavioral health crises, following the success of a downtown pilot.

Seattle Councilmembers Strauss and Rinck request a delay in the vote on the Stadium District rezone due to last-minute amendments and the need for thorough review and stakeholder engagement.