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Curious about proposed school rebuild projects included in the bond? Highline Schools is offering community tours in October.
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Join the 2026 Burien Brat Trot on Saturday, October 3 for a family-friendly fun run and a downtown block party.
Sea-Tac expansion promises growth, but community advocate Debi Wagner argues nearby communities already pay the price through pollution, illness, and regulatory neglect.
King County Council voted 7–2 Tuesday to oppose two citizen initiatives after contentious testimony, entering a heated statewide political debate.
Hazel Valley families say Highline’s inclusion model needs more staffing and support to keep students and educators safe in classrooms. Highline responds.
The family-owned Salmon Creek Café in Burien pairs its popular menu with a changing monthly gallery showcasing talented local artists and their work.
After an 80-year-old veteran was assaulted at a June ICE protest in Burien, residents question new promises of peaceful, nonviolent organizing.
Pressure grows on Highline Schools over public records and unanswered questions. Is one full-time public records staff member enough?
This 'must-have' list will help Highline parents understand surveys, screenings, sexual-health instruction, opt-out rights and homeschooling options before sending their children back to school this fall.