2026-06-25

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King County homelessness has increased by 9% over the past two years, with the population reaching a total of 18,365 unsheltered individuals. The newly released data from the King County Regional Homelessness Authority’s 2026 Point-in-Time Count highlights an ongoing systemic crisis across the region as the government continues to grapple with housing solutions.

2026-06-30

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Seattle Local — 2026-06-30#

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Starting Wednesday, Washington drivers will pay slightly more at the pump as the state’s gas tax increases by 2%,. This statewide hike to the motor vehicle fund takes effect just as residents prepare to hit the roads for the busy Fourth of July holiday weekend,.

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Seattle Local — 2026-07-13#

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The Paul G. Allen Estate has reached a tentative agreement to sell the Seattle Seahawks to an ownership group led by the Khosla family for a reported $9.6 billion. This historic deal will make the Khosla family the controlling owners of the franchise heading into the 2026 NFL season.

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Seattle Local — Week of 2026-06-27 to 2026-07-03#

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Seattle Mayor Katie B. Wilson and King County Executive Girmay Zahilay announced a sweeping restructuring of the King County Regional Homelessness Authority after a forensic audit revealed $13 million in unaccounted public funds. The troubled agency will see its budget slashed by 75% and face layoffs as the city and county reclaim management of $160 million in homelessness contracts. This joint plan aims to immediately stabilize fiscal controls and ensure compliance with federal funding requirements moving forward.