Bellevue Council Hires Firm For City Manager Search

The Bellevue council expects to spend between $22,000 to $29,000 on the search for the replacement for former city manager Steve Sarkozy, who left in May.

Medina Council to Discuss City Manager Search Monday

Medina City Council will hold a Special Meeting Monday to discuss what it will do next after deciding last Tuesday to seek a separation agreement with city manager Donna Hanson.

Slimmed-Down Version of DUI Bill Passes Through Legislature

Repeat offenders will be required to install automatic interlock devices in their vehicles as soon as charges are filed for their second DUI.

Lawmakers Reach Budget Deal in Olympia

The agreement would allow the state to avoid a major shutdown Monday.

Medina City Manager Donna Hanson to Leave Post

Donna Hanson, city manager at Medina since 2008, along with the city of Medina, lost a federal lawsuit filed against them by former Medina Police Chief Jeffrey Chen earlier this year.

Reactions to DOMA From Around the Puget Sound

Patch readers, local officials and other social media voices weigh in on today's Supreme Court ruling.

Local Reactions to SCOTUS Gay Marriage Rulings

Local politicians weighed in on this morning's Supreme Court rulings on gay marriage.

Metro: Bus Cuts Loom Despite Double-Digit Growth on Eastside

Several park-and-ride lots in Redmond, Bellevue and Kirkland are at or above capacity, according to the transit agency.

State Parks, Early Learning Set to Close in Possible Government Shutdown

The state issued a report today detailing what will happen if the legislature fails to pass a budget by July 1. Would you be affected by any of the closures?

Take-Back Program Would Tackle 'Epidemic' Prescription Drug Abuse in King County

Drug overdoses have surpassed car crashes as the leading cause of preventable death in King County.

Newcastle Massage Therapist Suspended After Misconduct Allegations

Matthew E. Usher of Maple Valley is accused of sexual misconduct with a patient during a massage treatment.

Eastside Transportation Town Hall Set for June 19

The meeting will focus on local transportation funding issues and infrastructure needs.

"Bellevue Essentials" Class Aims to Train Emerging Leaders

Citizens can learn about the inner workings of Bellevue through "Bellevue Essentials," a new leadership class that will be held in the fall.

Cracked 520 Bridge Pontoons Will Be Moved Away From Lake for Repairs

WSDOT says moving two of the four damaged pontoons will enable crews to conduct repairs more efficiently.

Changes Coming to Bellevue Bus Routes

Several Metro and Sound Transit routes will undergo service revisions this weekend.

Bellevue Is 10th-Fastest Growing City in Washington

Bellevue is the 10th-fastest growing city with more than 50,000 residents in Washington state, according to new census estimates.

Do You Feel Safe on Our Local Bridges?

The I-5 bridge that collapsed Thursday wasn't deemed unsafe by highway officials—but several others in and around Bellevue have been flagged for repairs or replacement.

WSDOT: Expect Long I-5 Backups Due to Collapsed Skagit Bridge

Travelers planning to head North on the Memorial Day Weekend are encouraged to plan alternate routes and use WSDOT's travel planning tools.

The Toll Also Rises: SR 520 Rates Going Up 2.5% on July 1

The State Transportation Commission voted unanimously Wednesday to increase the floating bridge toll rates - the peak Good to Go! fee will be $3.70, while the peak Pay by Mail rate will be $5.25.

ORCA Transit Cards Now Available at QFC, Safeway Stores

Public Hearing on Metro Bus Cuts Set for Tuesday

Six routes that serve Bellevue are at risk of being deleted.

Pay to Cross? DelBene Introduces Legislation to Block U.S. Border Fees

Congresswoman Suzan DelBene of Medina introduced bipartisan legislation Wednesday to stop the creation of a land border crossing fee.

Lyndon Heywood Announces Run for Bellevue City Council Position 2

Lyndon Heywood, a Lake Hills resident, announced this week that he will run for Bellevue City Council Position 2, the seat currently held by Mayor Conrad Lee.

Ahoy! Boating Season Opening Day Means Increased Delays on 520 Bridge

The Washington Department of Transportation is advising motorist of specific impacts this weekend for Opening Day, and through the summer boating season.

Split King County Council Puts Parks Levy Renewal on August Ballot

Voters will decide on Aug. 6 whether to replace two expiring levies with one to support King County's 200-plus parks, as well as to operate and expand its regional trails system.

Tolled Drivers on 520 Can Have Day in Court

A bill is headed to the governor that will let drivers who think they were unfairly penalized over late toll payments make their cases in front of a judge.

Bellevue Gears for Dozens of New Projects at Wednesday Open House

The city's Spring Forward Expo will be Wednesday, and will feature dozens of projects and planning initiatives that the city and others are gearing for very soon.

State GOP's AR-15 Rifle Auction Draws Fire from Washington Democrats

The Washington State Republican Party auctioned an AR-15 rifle--a weapon at the center of the gun control debate--at its annual fundraiser over the weekend.

Woof: Amnesty for Expired Pet Licenses Offered by King County in April

You can renew expired licenses for your dog or cat without being sent to the doghouse through the month of April. The amnesty is offered by King County and partnering cities, including Bellevue.

Vandana Slatter Announces Run for Bellevue City Council

Slatter, a clinical pharmacist working in the biotechnology industry, will run for Bellevue City Council this year.

Bellevue City Manager Steve Sarkozy Resigns

Bellevue City Manager Steve Sarkozy, who has been with the city of Bellevue for 12 years, is resigning from his position effective in May.

King County Metro: Bus Routes Could Be Eliminated or Reduced

The transit agency says an ongoing funding gap could cause it to cut 65 routes and reduce 86 more. Routes that serve Bellevue are at risk of being deleted.

Congressman Smith on SCOTUS Marriage Cases: Make Sure Equality is a Reality for All Americans

Congressman Adam Smith, who represents Mercer Island as part of Congressional District 9, released the following statement on the Supreme Court cases reviewing Proposition 8 and the Defense of Marriage Act this week.

Downtown Bellevue Employees Invited to Forum on Downtown's Future

People who work downtown are invited to a forum on the future of Downtown Bellevue on Tuesday afternoon.

Update: WSDOT Cancels Weekend Closure of 520 Bridge

Inclement weather has prompted the transportation agency to cancel the closure that was planned for March 15-18.

How Much Was YOUR Minimum Wage?

Do you remember working for minimum wage in your teens? How much was it, and where did you work? Share your recollections here.

Newcastle Businesswoman Shari Song Announces Run for King County Council

Shari Song, a real estate agent from Newcastle, announced that she will run for King County Council District 9, the position currently held by Reagan Dunn.

What Would Make Downtown Bellevue a Good Place to Live, Work? City to Hold Forums on Downtown Future

The city is holding focus group discussions with residents, businesses, architects and others this week, as it considers changing the zoning regulations for Bellevue's downtown. Here's the schedule.

Eastgate Elementary Students Welcome New Citizens

Eastgate Elementary School welcomed 22 new citizens in a naturalization ceremony held at the school on Wednesday. Mayor Conrad Lee, who also is a naturalized citizen, joined the school in welcoming the new citizens.

How Would Sequestration Affect Bellevue?

Washington state is set to lose more than $11 million in education funding and $173.4 million in pay for furloughed military employees, according to the White House.