Kirkland

Communities Crash victims' daughter: 'I'm thankful one isn't left behind' (Photo Gallery) (Video)

By Lindsay Cohen & KOMO Staff Published: May 7, 2013 at 5:21 PM PDT Last Updated: May 8, 2013 at 6:58 AM PDT

The daughter of a couple who were killed when a Sound Transit bus slammed into their SUV Monday night says she takes solace in the fact that her parents were together in their final moments.

Communities Partying boaters, Kirkland residents try to coexist on Lake Wash. (Video)

By Mark Miller Published: May 5, 2013 at 7:36 PM PDT Last Updated: May 5, 2013 at 8:10 PM PDT

King County marine officers are patrolling for the kind of behavior that's been driving some Kirkland residents nuts.

Communities 'Runaway' Sound Transit bus kills 2 in I-405 crash in Kirkland (Photo Gallery) (Video)

By DOUG ESSER, Associated Press Published: May 6, 2013 at 10:29 PM PDT Last Updated: May 7, 2013 at 3:55 PM PDT

The driver of a Sound Transit bus says the brakes failed and he was unable to avoid hitting a car Monday night on an Interstate 405 transit ramp, killing two people.

Communities Witness says bus 'plowed right into the car and he kept going' (Photo Gallery) (Video)

By Tracy Vedder Published: May 8, 2013 at 7:29 PM PDT Last Updated: May 8, 2013 at 11:27 PM PDT

Police say their investigation into a deadly Monday night Sound Transit bus crash in Kirkland could take six months to complete, and recently released 911 calls shed light on just how terrifying the crash was.

Communities Kirkland beach remains closed after sewage spill

By KOMO staff Published: May 5, 2013 at 1:43 PM PDT Last Updated: May 5, 2013 at 8:12 PM PDT

The beach at Marina Park will remain closed, possibly through Monday, officials said.

Communities Kirkland woman charged with stalking Clay Aiken

By Associated Press Published: Apr 11, 2013 at 10:44 AM PDT Last Updated: Apr 26, 2013 at 1:03 PM PDT

A woman from Washington state has been charged with stalking singer Clay Aiken at his home in North Carolina

Communities Sewage leak forces closure of popular Kirkland park (Video)

By Jon Humbert Published: May 2, 2013 at 11:09 PM PDT Last Updated: May 2, 2013 at 11:17 PM PDT

As the best weather of the year moves in, there's something nasty in the water at a popular Kirkland park.

Communities Senate panel weighs college aid for illegal immigrants

By JONATHAN KAMINSKY Associated Press Published: Mar 28, 2013 at 7:22 PM PDT Last Updated: Apr 26, 2013 at 1:44 PM PDT

A Washington state Senate committee heard testimony Thursday on a bill to open up need-based student financial aid to illegal immigrants.

Communities Kirkland leaders approve ordinance protecting low-income renters

By Kiersten Throndsen Published: Mar 20, 2013 at 3:49 PM PDT Last Updated: Apr 26, 2013 at 1:03 PM PDT

Kirkland landlords will no longer be able to deny tenants based on their use of a Section 8 Housing Voucher after the City Council recently approved a new ordinance prohibiting such practices.

Communities Kirkland considers ordinance to protect Section 8 tenants

By Kiersten Throndsen Published: Mar 15, 2013 at 2:26 PM PDT Last Updated: Apr 26, 2013 at 1:03 PM PDT

In an effort to protect against discrimination, Kirkland city officials are considering an ordinance that would prohibit landlords from refusing to rent to a tenant who receives help paying for housing in the private market.

Communities North Lake Washington cities request mitigation resources from state for tolling

By Kiersten Throndsen Published: Apr 26, 2013 at 12:40 PM PDT Last Updated: Apr 26, 2013 at 1:42 PM PDT

A handful of city leaders are asking the state to step in and take action to address the impacts proposed tolling on the I-90 Bridge could have on the communities at the north end of Lake Washington.

Communities Is King County's plan to end homelessness working? (Photo Gallery)

By Kiersten Throndsen Published: Mar 11, 2013 at 6:41 AM PDT Last Updated: Apr 26, 2013 at 1:43 PM PDT

Since its creation, King County's 10-Year Plan to End Homelessness has focused on providing permanent, affordable housing options for those living on the streets. But after a recent review, some argue the plan fails to meet the emergency needs of the county's homeless population and it's time for a change.