OLYMPIA — State Health Officer Dr. Maxine Hayes is retiring at the end of the year after 16 years as the state’s top physician and 25 years of state service.
The health officer advises the governor and state health secretary on issues such as disease outbreaks, preventing chronic diseases and promoting health.
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On Tuesday, the 43-year-old pleaded not guilty in King County Superior Court.
On Tuesday, federal and local law enforcement arrested 10 individuals in connection with three interrelated drug and gun trafficking conspiracies.
In a presentation to the County Council, Sheriff Johnson said she’s reducing overtime hours and working to boost revenue with a new 0.1% sales tax.
The regional transit agency is seeking feedback on the proposed service changes, set to go into effect in fall 2026.
The complaint alleges the boy’s special education teacher at Cedar Way Elementary closed the door on his finger in 2023.
Unlike electric-assisted bikes, they need to be registered and operated by a properly endorsed driver.
Four attacks since September have taken a toll on Everett family’s Halloween and Christmas cheer.
The $400 million bond would pay for a new school and building upgrades, while the levy would pay for locally funded expenses like extra-curriculars and athletics.
As construction crews bring in large concrete beams necessary for construction, trucks could impact parking and slow traffic along Glenwood Avenue.
One proposal would penalize landlords who don’t rent to new tenants after a store closes.
The future center will reside in McCollum Park and provide instrumental resources for local farmers to process, package and sell products.
The celebration came as the Mukilteo School District seeks the approval of another bond measure to finish rebuilding Explorer Middle School.
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