Retraction: COVID-19 Vaccine Standing Order Article
We retract our vaccine order article after inaccuracies were found. Grateful for reader feedback, we now publish the full standing order.
Third Weekend Closure of South 160th Street Begins Aug. 23
Burien Alert: South 160th St & SR 509 ramps closed Aug. 23–25 for roundabout paving. Use detours via 156th/168th. Local access open.
Drivers Alert Aug 18-22: Major Overnight Highway Closures in Burien, SeaTac, Des Moines, and Kent
Drivers should expect nightly lane and ramp closures Aug. 18–22 on I-5, SR 516, and SR 509 for SR 509 project work.
Burien Council Members Join Choe in Calling Burien’s DESC a Public Safety Crisis
Jonathan Choe’s latest report reveals drug deaths and chaos at DESC in Burien; two Burien councilmembers warn other communities against…
King County Sues Trump Administration Over Federal Grant Conditions
King County has joined a national coalition of local governments in filing a lawsuit against the Trump administration, alleging that federal officials unlawfully imposed new conditions on previously approved federal grants—an action that could have ripple effects for public services in Burien and across the region.
Gov. Ferguson Laments FEMA’s Denial of Federal Disaster Funds
“Another troubling example of the federal government withholding funding,” says governor, as FEMA denies bomb cyclone disaster recovery funds for Washington State counties.
Enroll in the 2025 Community Police Academy Today!
Burien and SeaTac residents are encouraged to sign up for this free program, designed to increase understanding between residents and their police departments. Application Deadline is March 7, 2025.
Alvarado, Topp are Leading Choices for 34th Dems Legislative Seats
On January 19, the 34th Democrat Legislative District (LD) Precinct Committee Officers (PCOs) convened to nominate candidates to fill a vacant Senate position, and a conditionally vacant House seat in their district.
Jan 19: 34th Dems District Legislative to Host Public Meeting to Fill Vacant Seat, or 2 (10am Zoom) | UPDATED
There is a formal Call to Meeting of the Precinct Committee Officers (PCOs) of the 34th for the purpose of filling a vacancy in LD 34 State Senate. The public is welcome to observe, but only PCO’s may vote. Story reposted to correct Local Impact.
Tidholm and Moore Vie for 34th Dems District Legislative Opening
Sarah Moore from the Burien City Council and Stephanie Tidholm of the Highline School Board participated in the 34th District Democrats forum on January 5, 2024. They are hoping to move into an “conditionally open” legislative seat.
