Sammamish, WA news on Tuesday, October 20, 2026

In Sammamish, WA on Tuesday, October 20, 2026: County launches inmate reentry program with Medicaid. Also: Highway 202 near Sammamish had a crash in recent days that sent a driver to hospital; check current conditions before traveling; Seattle city council approved an RV permit plan that ties vehicle residents to shelter waitlists as part of managing encampments. Weather: Expect fog and rain today, with temperatures between 39-57°F and light winds.

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King County launched an inmate reentry initiative using Medicaid to fund services for people leaving county jails, helping with transition and reducing recidivism.KIRO 7 News Seattle · Oct 20, 5:57 PM · Around

News & local government

Seattle city council approved an RV permit plan that ties vehicle residents to shelter waitlists as part of managing encampments.KOMO · Oct 20, 6:47 PM · Around

Traffic & transport

Highway 202 near Sammamish had a crash in recent days that sent a driver to hospital; check current conditions before traveling.KING5.com · Oct 18, 3:59 PM

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