Redmond, WA news on Friday, October 23, 2026
In Redmond, WA on Friday, October 23, 2026: Election security breach; budget pressures mount. Also: King County eyes potential tax hike to cover Metro budget shortfall before new roads tax takes effect; Washington ballot returns running lower than 2022, but election experts remain hopeful for strong final turnout. Weather: Mostly cloudy and cool today, 43–56°F with light rain and winds up to 5 mph.
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Headlines
- King County eyes potential tax hike to cover Metro budget shortfall before new roads tax takes effect.The Center Square · · Around
News & local government
- Washington ballot returns running lower than 2022, but election experts remain hopeful for strong final turnout.KING5.com · · Around
- King County Housing Authority leaders face council over loss of nearly $17 million in unrecoverable funds.KOMO · · Around
- Washington Supreme Court candidates in crowded 2026 races seek less peer scrutiny than typical election cycles.KUOW · · Around
Safety & emergencies
- USPS mail bins containing election ballots were discovered in dumpsters at Seattle's Golden Gardens; investigate ongoing.KIRO 7 News Seattle · · Around
Traffic & transport
- King County Council committee reviews plan to replace Route 7 bus with faster RapidRide service in future.South Seattle Emerald · · Around
Housing & real estate
- King County's 25 years of green building has produced thousands of energy-efficient affordable housing units.DNRP Field Notes · · Around
Community & volunteering
- King County seeks public input on improving access to Seola Pond near White Center; survey open.The White Center Blog · · Around
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