Happy 20th Birthday Woodinville!

Woodinville City Council members cut a giant cake in Wilmot Gateway Park after singing Happy Birthday to the city, which "turned 20" this year.

Sammamish River Trail: Use Caution as Weed Removal Work Begins

Divers are removing the invasive aquatic weed Brazilian elodea from the river, starting by the Northshore ballfields in Woodinville.

Surveillance Camera Policy Approved by Woodinville City Council

The Woodinville Police Chief, currently Sydney Jackson, will determine where the surveillance cameras are placed.

Wilson Will Have Big Gap to Close by November Election

The health services professional will face incumbent Rod Dembowski in the race for King County Council District 1.

Primary Results: King County Parks Levy, Executive Race Remain Unchanged

An updated round of election results show the parks measure is still passing 69 to 31 percent.

King County Results: Parks Levy Passing, Constantine Leads Executive Race

King County Elections released the first round of results from the Aug. 6 primary at 8:15 p.m. with about 225,000 ballots counted.

Wilson Likely to Take on Dembowski for King County Council in November

Woodinville voters were also deciding on a seat for the Northshore School District Board.

Primary Election Ballots Due Tuesday: Voters to Decide King County Parks Levy and More

King County Elections data shows that as of Friday, August 2, only about 14 percent of registered county voters had returned their ballots.

Got a Housing Question for President Obama? He's Available on Wednesday

President Obama will participate in a virtual roundtable and talk about housing issues with consumers that will be live-streamed at 10 a.m. on Wednesday.

Who's Watching You: Council Set to Approve Surveillance Policy

In 2014, it's likely surveillance cameras will be on the streets and in public parks around Woodinville.

DelBene Backs Bill To Better Government Surveillance Transparency

The government currently bars companies from disclosing even basic information about the surveillance requests they receive.

Attention SeaTac Travelers: al-Qaida Threat Prompts Travel Alert

The State Department on Friday issued an alert to all air travelers, specifically international travelers, as the terrorist threat is thought to be based in or coming from the Arabian Peninsula.

Public Meeting on Eastside Rail Corridor Set for Wednesday

Those interested in learning more about the regional project are invited to attend an open house from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Bellevue City Hall.

Reminder: Fate of King County Parks Levy Will Be Decided in Primary Election

The proposal would replace two expiring levies with a new six-year levy of 18 cents per $1,000 in value. Ballots must be returned by Tuesday, Aug. 6.

$750K for Woodinville's Northshore Athletic Fields, Little Leaguers

State Senator Andy Hill presented a symbolic check for $750,000 Thursday, July 25 to local little leaguers for Northshore Athletic Fields.

State's Tobacco Quit Support to Shrink Starting Aug. 1

More than 147,000 people have received help from the Washington State Tobacco Quitline since it opened in 2000.

Tighter Laws Now in Effect for Boating Under the Influence

A BUI conviction will become a gross misdemeanor punishable by up to a $5,000 fine and/or 364 days in jail.

Are You Ready for Tighter Boating Laws Effective July 28?

A BUI conviction will become a gross misdemeanor punishable by up to a $5,000 fine and/or 364 days in jail.

State's Tobacco Quit Support to Shrink Starting Aug. 1

More than 147,000 people have received help from the Washington State Tobacco Quitline since it opened in 2000.

King Co. Jail May Loosen Immigration Hold Policy—What Do You Think?

The proposal would defy federal guidelines by enabling the jail to decline to hold certain inmates who are in the country illegally.

Woodinville Water District Board President Resigns

Ken Goodwin, president of the Woodinville Water District Board of Commissioners, has resigned.

Talk of How to Oust a Woodinville Mayor and Deputy Mayor Tabled

Woodinville Councilmember Art Pregler made a motion to table the matter until January, when a new council will be seated.

Woodinville Council Considers How To Oust Mayor, Deputy Mayor

Tuesday’s City Council agenda includes a resolution for a process to remove a mayor and deputy mayor before the end of their appointments.

Public Hearings on State Pot Rules Set for Aug. 6 in Everett, Seattle

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

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

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

Contagious Measles Confirmed in SeaTac Passenger

Woodinville Wine Village: Judge Rules Against City of Woodinville

The city of Woodinville says the developer still owes the city more than $1 million for roundabouts.

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.

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.

Update: Weekend Traffic Alert - Northbound I-405, 520 Bridge Closures

Area drivers will face significant weekend highway closures the weekend of July 13-14, according to the Washington Department of Transportation.

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.

Council to Review Old Woodinville School House Rehab Options Tuesday

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.

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.

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.

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.