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Burien politics news, including government, City of Burien, Burien City Council, elections and more for Burien, WA.

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King County signals support for psychedelic research and policy shift

by Sarah BrusigMarch 25, 2026March 25, 2026

The King County Council on Tuesday, Mar. 24 approved a motion supporting continued research into entheogens and affirming longstanding local policies that deprioritize enforcement for adult personal use of the substances. The […]

Posted inBurien News

Burien City Council revisits minimum wage, addresses online bullying, food safety and more

Avatar photoby Mellow DeTrayMarch 24, 2026March 24, 2026
Posted inBurien News

On the agenda for Monday’s Burien City Council meeting: budget updates, board appointments and more

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CALL FOR ARTISTS: City of Burien seeking artist proposals for Community Center mural project

Avatar photoby B-Town Blog StaffMarch 13, 2026March 16, 2026
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City of SeaTac acquires Bull Pen Pub property near Angle Lake station for redevelopment and World Cup activities

Avatar photoby B-Town Blog StaffMarch 12, 2026March 12, 2026
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Posted inBurien News

Burien Councilmember Alex Andrade announces run for State House seat held by Rep. Mia Gregerson

Avatar photoby B-Town Blog StaffMarch 11, 2026March 12, 2026
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Posted inBurien News

Some residents oppose City of Burien’s proposal to rezone Northeast Redevelopment Area for industrial use

Avatar photoby Scott SchaeferMarch 11, 2026March 11, 2026
Posted inBurien News

Split votes and leadership tensions mark Monday’s Burien City Council meeting

Avatar photoby Mellow DeTrayMarch 10, 2026March 10, 2026
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Free repair event coming to White Center’s Log Cabin on Saturday, Mar. 14

Avatar photoby B-Town Blog StaffMarch 9, 2026March 9, 2026
Posted inBurien News

On agenda for Monday’s Burien City Council: criminal justice tax, $10 million budget transfer and board appointments & more

Avatar photoby B-Town Blog StaffMarch 6, 2026March 6, 2026
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‘Stand Up for Science’ rally set for this Saturday, Mar. 7 at Seattle Center

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Posted inBurien News

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

Avatar photoby B-Town Blog StaffFebruary 28, 2026February 28, 2026
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Posted inBurien News

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

Avatar photoby B-Town Blog StaffFebruary 26, 2026February 26, 2026
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Burien City Council votes to put new public safety sales tax on consent agenda at Feb. 23 meeting

Avatar photoby Mellow DeTrayFebruary 24, 2026February 25, 2026
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Tukwila City Council adopts emergency 6-month moratorium on new detention facilities

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

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

Avatar photoby B-Town Blog StaffFebruary 19, 2026February 19, 2026
Posted inBurien News

Highline Public Schools bond planning committee seeks community input

Avatar photoby B-Town Blog StaffFebruary 19, 2026February 20, 2026
Posted inBurien News

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

Avatar photoby B-Town Blog StaffFebruary 19, 2026February 19, 2026
Posted inBurien News

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

Avatar photoby Scott SchaeferFebruary 18, 2026February 18, 2026
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City of Burien awards $35,000 in 2026 arts and culture grants to 14 artists and organizations

Avatar photoby B-Town Blog StaffFebruary 18, 2026February 18, 2026
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King County Executive strengthens protections and support for immigrant and refugee communities

Avatar photoby B-Town Blog StaffFebruary 12, 2026February 12, 2026
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City of Burien launches North of NERA rezone effort to expand local jobs

Avatar photoby B-Town Blog StaffFebruary 11, 2026February 11, 2026
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Burien City Council unanimously backs immigrant protections, advances Gateway sign redesign & more at Monday meeting

Avatar photoby Mellow DeTrayFebruary 10, 2026February 10, 2026
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Burien City Council to review Gateway Monument sign refresh funded by ARPA and state grant

Avatar photoby B-Town Blog StaffFebruary 6, 2026February 6, 2026

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Mar 19
March 19 - April 11

‘Bugs Burien’ scavenger hunt will bring spring fun to downtown B-Town through April 11

Mar 28
9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Get a jump start on spring cleaning at Free Paint Recycling event in Tukwila on Saturday, Mar. 28

Mar 28
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Burien Free Methodist/Oasis Home Church to celebrate 120th anniversary with community event Saturday, Mar. 28

Mar 28
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm

Free Spring Carnival set for Saturday, Mar. 28 at Glen Acres Church in Burien

Mar 30
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Future of Burien’s Shark Garden in focus as school district explores relocation plans on Monday, Mar. 30

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