Lawsuit Against Bothell Mayor Dismissed

Married Bothell Mayor Mark Lamb, who admitted a sexual relationship with a former law firm employee, has had a related lawsuit against him dismissed.

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 Woodinville.

Suzan DelBene Put on 'Endangered List'—Will You Support Her in 2014?

The new congresswoman spoke with Crosscut about how she's trying to balance different political interests in Washington's divided 1st District.

KC Metro Identifies 151 Bus Routes for Elimination, Service Reduction

The transit agency says an ongoing funding gap could cause it to cut 65 routes and reduce 86 more. Two routes that serve Woodinville could be eliminated and three could be reduced.

Washington AG Unveils New Web Resources for Active Military, Veterans

Resources are available for those seeking employment, facing foreclosure or dealing with other challenges.

Lambert Named Outstanding Public Official of the Year by United Way

"Bringing Project Safe Place to King County was ... motivated by knowing how important it is to rescue kids from the hazards of the street immediately," said King County Councilmember Kathy Lambert.

Wellington Hills: No Letup in Debate as Sports Park Plan Nears

KING5 takes a look at the former golf course, where Snohomish County is in the final planning stages of a sports park, as well as preserving much of the 104-acre site as green space.

Town Hall: Lawmakers of 45th District to Take Questions March 30 in Kirkland

State Sen. Andy Hill and state Reps. Larry Springer and Roger Goodman will host a town hall meeting Saturday, March 30 at Kirkland City Hall, providing updates on the 2013 Legislative session.

No Cameras: ACLU Launches Petition Against Video Surveillance in Woodinville

The American Civil Liberties Union of Washington is urging the Woodinville City Council to reject the use of video cameras on public streets and set an example for the state.

State Reps. Goodman, Springer Hosting Telephone Town Hall Thursday

The two legislators will take questions from participants during the telephone town hall on March 21 at 6 p.m.

May the Road Rise to Meet You – St. Paddy's Weekend Means Extra Patrols

Extra law enforcement will be on the roads looking for impaired drivers in King, Pierce and Snohomish counties over St. Patrick's Day weekend, March 15-17.

Matson Resigns: Woodinville Water Board Seeks Applicants

Tim Matson has resigned from the Woodinville Water District and they are now seeking applicants for appointment to the five-member Board of Commissioners.

Traffic Alert: I-405 Nighttime Lane Closures This Weekend Around SR 522

Up to three southbound I-405 lanes could be closed Saturday night from NE 128th in Kirkland north past SR 522. The work is part of the on-going project to widen I-405 and add express toll lanes.

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.

'Delay Track Removal' Woodinville City Council Tells Kirkland

The Woodinville City Council is asking Kirkland to delay removing their railroad tracks because the Eastside Rail Corridor Regional Advisory Council has yet to present recommendations for the entire corridor.

Letter: Hageman's Voter Registration Was Challenged By Me

Woodinville resident Dale Knapinski: If you want to accuse anybody of being a “Spy”, start with the King County Elections Board.

Woodinville City Councilmember Updates Voter Registration, King County Drops Challenge

"Given this pattern of abuse, unethical and possibly illegal activity, I'm concerned not just for my family but for all the citizens of Woodinville," Woodinville City Councilmember Scott Hageman stated at Tuesday's council meeting.

New Requirements for Woodinville Permits Starting March 18

The city of Woodinville will soon require an electronic version of submitted plans and documents in addition to the hard copy submittal requirements that are currently in place.

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.

Rod Dembowski Takes Oath of Office for County Council District 1

Metropolitan King County Councilmember Rod Dembowski took the Oath of Office from King County Superior Court Judge Sean O’Donnell Monday, March 4.

Challenge to Woodinville Councilmember Scott Hageman's Voter Registration Submitted to King County

A voter registration challenge has been filed with King County Elections against Woodinville City Councilmember Scott Hageman, which calls into question his eligibility to be a councilmember.

Woodinville's New County Councilmember Invites You to Open House, Swearing In Ceremony

The new Woodinville representative on the King County Council, Rod Dembowski, will be sworn into office Monday, March 4.

DelBene Statement on the Failure of Congress to Stop Sequestration Cuts

Congresswoman Suzan DelBene: Sequestration will cost us 750,000 jobs nationwide, affecting nearly 30,000 jobs in Washington state alone.

How Would Sequestration Affect Woodinville?

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.

Video Surveillance: City of Woodinville Seeks Your Opinion

City officials are considering the use of video cameras on public streets and parks to improve public safety.

Dembowski to Chair County Council’s Regional Transit Committee

King County Council’s newest member, Rod Dembowski, will also serve on Government Accountability, Transportation and Law and Justice Committees. Dembowski represents Woodinville, Kirkland and Shoreline, among other communities.

Snohomish County Sheriff John Lovick Seeks to Replace Reardon as County Executive

Aaron Reardon announced last week that he is resigning from his post as Snohomish County Executive in May.

Passport Day in the USA Comes to Woodinville

Woodinville City Hall will be open on Saturday, March 9, to let Woodinville residents process their passport application on a Saturday.

Resident Challenges Woodinville City Councilmember's Residency Status

"I respectfully request that Woodinville officials suspend Scott Hageman’s councilmember compensation until he is in compliance with residency requirements," said Dale Knapinski in a letter delivered to city staff Thursday.

Immigration Reform: DelBene Asking Area Farmers, Businesses, Workers to Weigh In

Congresswoman Suzan DelBene is visiting with local stakeholders throughout the 1st Congressional District this week to hear their thoughts, ideas and input related to immigration reform.

What's Open, Closed for Presidents Day in Woodinville

Schools are out, and government offices are closed Monday.

Update: Questions Arise Over Woodinville City Councilmember's Residency Status

"It's been brought to my attention that Councilmember Scott Hageman no longer lives in the city of Woodinville and therefore is no longer qualified to be a councilmember," Woodinville Mayor Bernie Talmas said.

Tonight: Woodinville City Council to Discuss Old Woodinville Schoolhouse, Eastside Rail Corridor

Tuesday's Woodinville City Council agenda includes discussion of a possible ballot measure for the Old Woodinville Schoolhouse and discussion of the Eastside rail corridor, among other items.

Update: I-405 Construction Closures in Kirkland, Bothell Postponed

The Washington State Department of Transportation has postponed plans to close lanes on I-405 as part of the Bellevue to Lynnwood Express Toll Lanes Project.

Attorney General Issues Warning on Scam Targeting Redmond Families

An education software company called Brainstorm USA has allegedly been telling Spanish-speaking parents that it is affiliated with the Lake Washington School District.

Obama Taps REI CEO, Renton High School Grad for Interior Secretary

Sally Jewell is the first female nominee to President Obama's second-term cabinet.

U.S. Postal Service to End Saturday Mail: Will You Miss It?

The U.S. Postal Service announced it will end Saturday mail delivery by Aug. 1. Speak out: How will this affect you?

Three Public Hearings Set for Tuesday's Woodinville City Council Meeting

Three public hearings will take place – on sewer regulations, a land use moratorium in certain business districts and a possible list of Comprehensive Plan and development code amendments.

Area Billboards to Broadcast Human Trafficking Awareness

A new outlet to increase awareness of the tragedy of Human Trafficking in King County was unveiled last week.

Woodinville Library to Celebrate 20th Anniversary

The Woodinville Library will celebrate 20 years on Saturday, Feb. 9 with a day full of celebrating with birthday cake, door prizes, a visit from Llama, Llama and more.