Jake Whittenberg

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Campaign underway as Mary’s Place receives dozens of calls a week for shelter

The annual fundraiser is trying to fill a need left by increasing demand for shelter space. SEATTLE — A Seattle nonprofit working with women and families experiencing homelessness said the demand...

Washington did swing right in the 2024 presidential election after all

In a shift from early ballot returns, Washington appeared to buck the trend. Three weeks later, that no longer appears to be the case. SEATTLE — Days after the 2024 presidential...

Is Seattle’s school enrollment problem improving?

October numbers suggest the enrollment crisis, that's been blamed on a drop in school funding, may be turning around. SEATTLE — As Seattle Public Schools (SPS) braces the community for a...

NBA star Zach LaVine gives back to Bothell High School, where his basketball career took off

The former state player of the year paid for a fully refinished basketball court in the gym where he got his start. BOTHELL, Wash. — NBA star and former Bothell High...

Washington state’s cannabis industry braces for change as federal reclassification considered

Watch the full story tonight at 6:30 and 11 p.m. on KING 5. SEATTLE — As the federal government mulls the decision of whether to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous...

Seattle Schools superintendent stays optimistic, as budget cuts loom

Dr. Brent Jones is preparing to consolidate 20 elementary schools in order to help close a $94 million budget gap SEATTLE — On the first day back to class for the...

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