Kirkland's Goodman to Chair State House Public Safety Committee

Goodman had served for six years as vice chair of the committee, which deals with non-criminal legal and judicial issues.

Hill Named Ways and Means Chair Amid State Senate 'Coup'

Sen. Andy Hill (R-Redmond) and several other State Senate Republicans were named to leadership positions on Monday after Sen. Rodney Tom (D-Bellevue) and Tim Sheldon (D-Potlach) decided to caucus with Republicans.

Letter: City Proposing 'Bonus Units' for Potala Village Proposal

A neighbor of the proposed Potala Village apartment project says City of Kirkland staff is proposing a higher density level than a citizens group agreed to for areas zoned 'BN," for neighborhood business.

US Attorney Says Over $41M Collected for Victims in 2012

An additional $15 million was forfeited to the U.S. to benefit victims and taxpayers.

Constantine Names Panel to Evaluate Applicants for County Council Vacancy

A 13-member group broadly representative of District 1, including one from Kirkland, will forward list of qualified candidates to the King County executive.

Seismic Upgrade: City Gets $1.4 Million to Strengthen Forbes Creek Bridge

The aging bridge on 98th Avenue in Juanita was not built to meet current seismic standards and will be upgraded with a $1.4 million Federal Highway Fund grant.

KC Council Approves Annexation-Related Study With Woodinville

The King County Council has approved a joint planning effort between the county and city of Woodinville to study issues related to growth in the Sammamish Valley.

Traffic Alert: Crosswalk Lights to be Installed at Lakeview Elementary

A city contractor on Friday will start installing pedestrian-activated flashing beacons on a crosswalk at 104th Avenue NE and NE 68th Street in Houghton. Drivers can expect some delays.

Flu Season Is Here: Are You Vaccinated?

Influenza activity is increasing across the country.

Traffic Alert: One Lane of Totem Lake Blvd Flooded Again

The southbound lane of Totem Lake Blvd is closed and traffic is being routed to the center lane. Drivers are being asked to use caution.

Tree Cover: Kirkland Seeks Citizen's Comments on Draft Urban Forest Plan

The city is seeking public comment as it prepares to adopt a formal plan to protect Kirkland's forest in the future.

Traffic Alert: Signals to be Connected Along 85th Starting Tuesday

Drivers can expect some delays as the city’s contractor connects traffic signals to the newly installed underground electrical conduit along NE 85th Street from 120th Avenue NE to 132nd Avenue NE.

County Council to Vote on Annexation-Related Sammamish Valley Study

A joint agreement between the county and the City of Woodinville to study growth issues in the valley will be up for a vote on Monday.

Peanut Butter Plant for Trader Joe's Shut by FDA

The Sunland Inc. plant that distributes products to Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, Sprouts, Target, Safeway and others is linked to Salmonella contamination that made at least 41 people ill in 20 states.

Kirkland Updates Large Construction 'Hot Sheet'

Find out what that big excavation is all about, where to avoid street work and which private developments are moving forward.

KPD to Educate/Enforce Safety on New Downtown Crosswalk 'Bump-Outs'

The new curb extensions on five Central Way crosswalks are designed to improve pedestrian safety, and plainclothes officers will launch an educational effort in late November and December.

State AG Offers Tips for Wise Shopping Practices

The Washington Attorney General's Office says think twice about gift cards, use credit cards only for on-line shopping and only use secure Web sites.

Letter: City Council Should Keep Budget Money in Kirkland

Frequent council critic Bob Style questions expenditures.

UPDATE #2: Flooding Prompts Closure of All Lanes on Totem Lake Blvd

You can help prevent localized flooding incidents by keeping storm drains on your streets clear of leaves and other debris. Please tell us if you spot any issues!

Traffic Alert: Expect Delays for Turkey Trot Downtown on Sunday

Hopelink's annual Turkey Trout 5K Run/Walk is on Sunday and traffic on several Kirkland streets will be affected.

Ste. Michelle Wins "United States Wine Producer of the Year"

Chateau Ste. Michelle was named "United States Wine Producer of the Year" in the 2012 International Wine and Spirit Competition (IWSC).

Rezone Request Along Finn Hill's Juanita Drive Focus of Thursday Hearing

The owner of the 1.81-acre property wants to eliminate a ground-floor retail requirement and develop it as multifamily residential units. The Finn Hill Alliance has asked for action to be deferred until a neighborhood plan can be developed.

Kirkland Mayor, Council Salaries on Commission Agenda Nov. 29

Public input will be taken at the Salary Commission meeting about possible adjustments to the mayor's and council members' pay.

Kirkland Firing Up Cooking Oil Recycling Event Nov. 17

To encourage residents to recycle cooking oil and fats during the holidays, the city and General Diesel will conduct an informational event at the North Kirkland Community Center collection tank.

Veterans Day: What's Open What's Closed

Many government offices, including cities and schools, will be closed Nov. 12.

Clean and Dirty: Same Results, Different Races for Springer and Goodman

The two incumbent Democratic legislators from Kirkland both are likely victors over Redmond Republicans, but one race was friendly and the other decidedly negative.

Elections: Supporters of Kirkland Parks Levy Rejoice Over Likely Approval

But opponents are not conceding while waiting for more returns to be released by King County Elections.

Kirkland Incumbents Goodman, Springer Take Leads in 45th District

In early returns from King County Elections, Roger Goodman took 56.1 percent of the vote over Joel Hussey and Larry Springer took 57.1 percent over Jim Thatcher in 45th District races.

Kirkland Parks, Roads Levies Headed Toward Approval in Early Returns

Early returns show Prop 1, the levy to repair city streets, ahead with 54.7 percent of the vote and Prop 2 to fund city parks well ahead with 56.9 percent of the votes counted so far.

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Viewfinder: Murray, Inslee, Demo Candidates Rally the Vote in Kirkland

Sen. Patty Murray joined a host of Democratic congressional, legislative and state office candidates on a campaign stop in Kirkland.

Kirkland Election Guide 2012

The candidates, voting information and issues that will be affecting Kirkland.

KFD: Recent Rescue a Reminder to Learn Heart Attack Signs

Kirkland firefighters recently helped save the life a 64-year-old man who went into repeated cardiac arrest, and want to make sure citizens know the symptoms.

Cantwell/DelBene Campaign Tour Checks in With Kirkland Businesses

Democrats Sen. Maria Cantwell and U.S. House candidate Suzan DelBene stopped in Kirkland Monday to meet small businesses owners and seek their support in next week's general election, with a focus on getting the economy back on track

City Council OKs One-Week Garbage Fee Credit Due to Driver's Strike

Residential and commercial solid waste customers will get a one-week break on their garbage bills as compensation for the loss of service during last summer's strike by Waste Management drivers.

Letter: Parks and Roads Levies Illustrate City Council Failures

Kirkland's Bob Style says again the council should have funded parks and roads needs through with existing city finds and revenues, and that voters should elect leaders who will.

Ballot Drop-Off Van at Kirkland City Hall Until 8 p.m. Tuesday

Voters can drop off their ballots without needing postage on Nov. 2-5 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Election Day, Nov. 6.

Letter: Hank Myers Dedicated to Making the Eastside Better

Yarrow Point Council member backs the Redmond candidate's bid for the State House.

Dignitaries Break Ground on S. Kirkland Park & Ride Residential Development

The Kirkland and Bellevue mayors joined the King County executive in celebrating the beginning of work on a new "transit-oriented development" that includes affordable and market rate housing and more parking spaces at the Park & Ride.

City of Kirkland Sets Up Cooking Oil Collection Tank for Biodiesel

The city is urging residents to dispose of cooking oil and grease properly through a new partnership with a Seattle biodiesel company.