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The smell of freshly brewed coffee filled the air of a banquet room buzzing with business. Between bites of quiche and sips of Starbucks, Federal Way's business professionals exchanged ideas and contact information at the Chamber of Commerce's…MORE

If Seattle doesn't get the $2 billion approved by the Washington Legislature to help replace the Alaskan Way Viaduct, the city will tear down the deteriorating elevated highway anyway because it is unsafe, said Mayor Greg Nickels.

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The Municipal League of Seattle and King County released their 2005 County Council Candidate ratings last week.

The list of seven South County candidates was lead by sitting Councilmember Pete von Reichbauer who received a "Very Good" by…MORE

Veterans, religious leaders, social service advocates, representatives of suburban cities and concerned citizens all expressed strong opposition last week to a proposal that would provide funding only for military veterans and their families, and…MORE

September not only signifies the official back-to-school season, it's also National Preparedness Month, and the American Red Cross Serving King & Kitsap Counties reminds you this is a good time to review the "basics" - the basics of…MORE

You can help the victims left in the wake of Hurricane Katrina by giving to one of the charities listed below, which are accepting donations to help with the relief efforts.

You can also give through your church or synagogue.

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Robert Rosencrantz sees in his own neighborhood what happens when different levels of government don't communicate with each other and it's one of the reasons he's campaigning against Seattle City Councilman Richard McIver in the Sept. 20 primary…MORE

Times/News Corespondent

Crime has increased over 25 percent in Des Moines since several police officers were laid off in 2000, Police Chief Roger Baker observed last week.

The city lost revenue in the wake of tax-limitation ballot…MORE

Seattle City Councilman Richard McIver supports building a downtown waterfront tunnel to replace the Alaskan Way Viaduct, opposes the monorail, but supports a light-rail line to West Seattle.

McIver is running for his third four-year term…MORE

Burien's free annual Fall Art Walk will take place Saturday, Sept. 10.

The wrong date was listed in the Aug. 31 Times/News.

This annual event will feature more than 50 visual artists, live performances on-stage, strolling performers…MORE