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‘Stand Up for Science’ rally set for this Saturday, Mar. 7 at Seattle Center

by B-Town Blog StaffMarch 2, 2026March 3, 2026

Thousands are expected to gather this Saturday, Mar. 7, 2026 at the Mural Amphitheater at Seattle Center for a rally to “Take Back Our Science” organized by Stand Up for […]

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City of Burien rolls out new online B&O tax system

by B-Town Blog StaffFebruary 28, 2026February 28, 2026

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Burien Democrat Rep. Joe Fitzgibbon apologizes for alcohol use before budget hearing

by B-Town Blog StaffFebruary 26, 2026February 26, 2026

Burien City Council votes to put new public safety sales tax on consent agenda at Feb. 23 meeting

by Mellow DeTrayFebruary 24, 2026February 25, 2026

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Tukwila City Council adopts emergency 6-month moratorium on new detention facilities

by B-Town Blog StaffFebruary 24, 2026February 24, 2026

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Burien City Council to review financing report, proposed criminal justice tax & more at Monday’s meeting

by B-Town Blog StaffFebruary 20, 2026February 20, 2026

WSDOT closes two northbound lanes on SR 99 First Avenue South Bridge after inspection

by B-Town Blog StaffFebruary 19, 2026February 19, 2026

Highline Public Schools bond planning committee seeks community input

by B-Town Blog StaffFebruary 19, 2026February 20, 2026

Southend Indivisible to hold rally in Burien this Sunday, Feb. 22

by B-Town Blog StaffFebruary 19, 2026February 19, 2026

33rd District lawmakers to host Town Hall this Sunday, Feb. 22 at Highline College

by Scott SchaeferFebruary 18, 2026February 18, 2026

City of Burien awards $35,000 in 2026 arts and culture grants to 14 artists and organizations

by B-Town Blog StaffFebruary 18, 2026February 18, 2026

King County Executive strengthens protections and support for immigrant and refugee communities

by B-Town Blog StaffFebruary 12, 2026February 12, 2026

City of Burien launches North of NERA rezone effort to expand local jobs

by B-Town Blog StaffFebruary 11, 2026February 11, 2026

Burien City Council unanimously backs immigrant protections, advances Gateway sign redesign & more at Monday meeting

by Mellow DeTrayFebruary 10, 2026February 10, 2026

Burien City Council to review Gateway Monument sign refresh funded by ARPA and state grant

by B-Town Blog StaffFebruary 6, 2026February 6, 2026

Head’s up, south King County: Lane and ramp closures on SR 509 continue Feb. 9-12

by B-Town Blog StaffFebruary 6, 2026February 6, 2026

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Burien City Council to consider immigrant support resolution, fiber franchises and more at Monday, Feb. 9 meeting

by B-Town Blog StaffFebruary 6, 2026February 6, 2026

City of Burien launches ‘Fix It Burien’ app to report potholes, graffiti and other issues

by B-Town Blog StaffFebruary 4, 2026February 4, 2026

Burien City Council explores $2.5 million sales tax option for public safety at Monday’s Study Session

by Mellow DeTrayFebruary 3, 2026February 3, 2026

PHOTOS: Students at Highline High School take to streets in Burien to protest ICE

by B-Town Blog StaffFebruary 2, 2026February 3, 2026

Port of Seattle cancels StART lobbying day in Olympia after cities of Burien, Des Moines bow out

by B-Town Blog StaffJanuary 29, 2026January 29, 2026

City of Burien offering up to $2,500 rebates for home electrification and efficiency upgrades

by B-Town Blog StaffJanuary 29, 2026January 29, 2026

Burien City Council will boycott Port-led ‘Day on the Hill,’ hears of Akey’s upcoming departure, discusses sanctuary city status & more

by Mellow DeTrayJanuary 27, 2026January 29, 2026

Burien City Councilmember Linda Akey announces plans to resign, move out of state

by B-Town Blog StaffJanuary 27, 2026January 27, 2026

King County joins lawsuit challenging federal immigration operation in Minnesota

by B-Town Blog StaffJanuary 26, 2026January 26, 2026