Possible Measles Exposure at Spud's Fish and Chips, Parkplace QFC

Officials say two siblings, an adult and a child, who were visiting the Seattle area earlier this month have been diagnosed with measles.

City Adds 50 Parking Spaces at Juanita Beach

A four-hour time limit is also now in effect at all parking areas associated with the park.

Public Hearing on State Pot Rules Set for Aug. 6 in Seattle

The Washington State Liquor Control Board approved 42 pages of rules for marijuana legalization last week.

Should You Be Worried About Contracting Measles?

Though the majority of Americans are immune to the disease, King County Health explains who may be at risk if exposed to one of two confirmed local infections.

Contagious Measles Confirmed in SeaTac Passenger

King County health officials are warning that other travelers may have been exposed to the disease on July 4.

Construction Alert: Dual 520, 405 Closures Planned this Weekend

Northbound Interstate 405 from I-90 to 520 will be closed July 12-15, and the 520 floating bridge will be closed at the same time.

Online Voter Registration Deadline Ends Monday for August Primary

Monday, July 8, will be the last day to register to vote or update voter registration information online or in person in time for the Aug. 6 primary election, according to King County Elections.

Pot Plan Approved: Outdoor Grows Allowed, Sales Restricted to Lab-Tested Products

A final set of public hearings on the implementation of I-502 will be held in early August throughout the Puget Sound area.

Budget Wrap-Up: College Tuition Frozen, Standard Pay Raises Suspended for Teachers

A $33.6-billion state budget was signed by Gov. Jay Inslee on Sunday, but the state senate adjourned without acting on a $10-billion transportation package.

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.

Damaged Anchor Cable Found on 520 Bridge

State transportation officials say that the bridge is safe for travel and traffic will not feel an impact while it is under repair.

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.

DelBene Comments on Supreme Court Defense of Marriage Act Decision

Congresswoman Suzan DelBene expresses her support for the Supreme Court decision to strike down the Defense of Marriage Act, signed in 1996 by then-President Bill Clinton.

Metro Reports Double-Digit Growth on Eastside Bus Routes as Cuts Loom

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

Totem Lake Conversation Today, June 24

Businesses, stakeholders are invited to share thoughts about the future of area.

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?

Traffic Alert: Lane Closures on 6th Street Next Week

Portions of 6th Street will be closed at various time, including bike lanes, between Tuesday, June 25 and Friday, June 28 for trench work.

Kirkland to Hold Public Meetings on Zoning, Code Amendments

The meetings will be held Monday, June 24 and Thursday, June 27 at 7 p.m. at Kirkland City Hall Chambers.

Temporary Skagit River Bridge Open to Traffic

Check out the WSDOT time-lapse video of how the new span came together.

Plan Ahead for Kirkland July 4th Traffic Revisions

The city outlines the closures planned for this year's picnic, parade, and fireworks show, expected to draw 10,000 to downtown Kirkland.

Could You Eat Well on $4.50 a Day? DelBene Takes SNAP Challenge

Suzan DelBene plans to eat on food stamp budget in what is known as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program--or SNAP--Challenge, to bring attention to proposed cuts in the program.

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.

Eastside Transportation Town Hall Set for June 19

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

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.

Traffic Alert: More Kirkland I-405 Closures this Weekend

Nighttime drivers who use southbound I-405 to travel through the Kirkland area should plan ahead and use alternate routes on Saturday, June 8 because of overnight construction-related closures.

Microsoft Denies Involvement in Government Surveillance Program

The Washington Post reports Microsoft was the National Security Agency's "first partner" for a secret monitoring program called PRISM.

Changes Coming to Bus Routes Serving Kirkland

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

Traffic Alert: 6th Street Sidewalk Work Begins June 10 in Kirkland

Motorists should expect some lane-width reductions from Monday until the work is completed in September.

Court Vacates Potala Judgment

Earlier in May, King County Superior Court issued a partial summary judgment in favor of Lobsang Dargey, who has sought to construct a 143-unit apartment and mixed-use complex on 10th Avenue South and Lake Street.

Road, Lane Closures Surround Kirkland this Weekend

Portions of I-405 South as well as the 520 bridge will be closed much of the weekend.

Kloba to Run Unopposed as Kirkland Council Challenger Withdraws

Candidate Dave McDonald says he is withdrawing from the race for the Kirkland City Council Position 2 seat. Recently appointed incumbent Shelley Kloba says she will reach out to voters nonetheless.

DelBene to Host Interactive Budget Workshop in Bothell

Constituents will be able to evaluate options and write their own federal budget during the workshop Thursday in Bothell. Another workshop will be on Wednesday in Mount Vernon.

Safe Spinning: 'Walk 'n Roll' Bike Fair June 7 in Kirkland

The event will include a Bike Rodeo for kids with games, helmet fittings and safety instruction.

Inslee Announces $15 Million I-5 Bridge Replacement Plan

Inslee's bridge plan focuses on keeping traffic moving while crews construct a permanent Skagit River Bridge near Mt. Vernon, which will be 90 percent federally funded.

Do You Feel Safe on Our Local Bridges?

The I-5 bridge that collapsed Thursday wasn't deemed unsafe by highway officials—but several near Kirkland and elsewhere in King County 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.

Fifteen Longtime Kirkland Employees Receive Service Awards

Police Capt. Mike Ursino received a 30-year award, while 10 city employees received 25-year awards and four received 20-year awards.

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.

Eastside Mayors to Discuss Local Priorities at Forum May 29

Kirkland City Council Member Amy Walen will fill in for Mayor Joan McBride at the Eastside Mayors Forum on May 29 in Bellevue.