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The B-Town (Burien) Blog

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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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LETTER TO THE EDITOR: ‘This can’t be legal’ says Burien resident about towering ADU

Avatar photoby B-Town Blog StaffMay 7, 2026May 7, 2026

[EDITOR’S NOTE: The following is a Letter to the Editor, written and submitted by a verified resident. It represents the opinion of the author, and does not necessarily reflect the views […]

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City of Burien considering code changes to ease conversion of existing buildings into housing; holding hearing Tuesday, May 27

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Latino Civic Alliance, City of Burien to Host free Summer Soccer Celebration at Highline Memorial Stadium on Saturday, June 6

Avatar photoby B-Town Blog StaffMay 7, 2026May 7, 2026
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Minimum wage repeal, airport expansion and KCRHA concerns top busy Burien City Council meeting

Avatar photoby Mellow DeTrayMay 5, 2026May 5, 2026
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Applications now open for City of Burien’s 2027 Arts & Culture grant funding

Avatar photoby B-Town Blog StaffMay 5, 2026May 5, 2026
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LETTER TO THE EDITOR: BAT Theatre thanks speakers for ‘Rebellious Women’ talkback, highlights ERA effort

Avatar photoby B-Town Blog StaffMay 5, 2026May 5, 2026
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Former Burien City Attorney Garmon Newsom speaks out, eyes Seattle Municipal Court seat

Avatar photoby Mellow DeTrayMay 4, 2026May 4, 2026
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WA Attorney General sues Albertsons over BOGO pricing practices

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King County Council’s move to dismantle KCRHA raises questions for DESC Bloomside in Burien

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Minimum wage ordinance, economic development on agenda at Burien City Council’s fifth meeting in a row Monday

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Vandals damage Marine View Park signs in Normandy Park

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VIDEOS: Repeated crashes in Olde Burien spark roundabout calls as City of Burien reviews intersection

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Burien City Council debates public comment rules, land acknowledgment & meeting times in study session

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VIDEO: Joint chamber Legislative Wrap-up Luncheon focuses on budget challenges and business impacts

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Burien City Council to weigh rules of order and future budget plan at Monday’s Study Session

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Leadership vacuum at Burien City Hall raises questions about what’s happening behind closed doors

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Burien City Council appoints interim City Manager, votes to repeal minimum wage ordinance

Avatar photoby Mellow DeTrayApril 22, 2026April 22, 2026
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First Burien City Council meeting under Acting City Manager Rod Steitzer on Monday, April 20 will tackle minimum wage, budget issues & more

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Burien Airport Committee urges action as Sea-Tac Airport growth looms

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City of SeaTac selects Marcus Williams as its new Police Chief

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Posted inBurien News

Volunteers needed for forest restoration at White Center Heights Park on Saturday, May 9

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Green Burien Partnership report shows gains in tree canopy, restoration efforts

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King County Sheriff’s Office outlines policies for responding to ICE activity in local communities

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City of Burien names Public Works Director Rod Steitzer as acting City Manager

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Sen. Tina Orwall launches re-election campaign for 33rd District

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May 14
10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Farmers Market at Burien Town Square Park

May 16
11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Taste global dishes at ‘Bite of Bernadette’ festival in Burien on Saturday, May 16

May 16
11:00 am - 3:00 pm

Discover local clubs and activities at White Center Joiner Jamboree on Saturday, May 16

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