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Members of Washington delegation demand answers regarding recent ICE raid in Kent

Avatar photoby B-Town Blog StaffMay 30, 2025May 30, 2025
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Overnight closures on southbound SR 99, local streets planned June 1-5 in South King County

Avatar photoby B-Town Blog StaffMay 29, 2025May 29, 2025
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City of Burien raises Pride Flag for 5th year amid strong support, acts of vandalism

Avatar photoby Scott SchaeferMay 29, 2025May 29, 2025
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City of Burien to host 5th annual Pride Flag Raising at City Hall this Thursday

Avatar photoby B-Town Blog StaffMay 28, 2025May 28, 2025
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FOLLOWUP: City of Burien confirms Ordinance 861 did not pass at May 19 council meeting

Avatar photoby B-Town Blog StaffMay 27, 2025May 27, 2025
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‘We are disappointed — but not deterred,’ homelessness coalition vows to appeal after judge upholds City of Burien camping ban ordinance

Avatar photoby B-Town Blog StaffMay 25, 2025May 25, 2025
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Did Ordinance 861 actually pass at the last council meeting? Burien’s own City Council rules suggest not

Avatar photoby Scott SchaeferMay 23, 2025May 23, 2025
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Port of Seattle Commissioners demand transparency, fair treatment in SEA Airport detentions

Avatar photoby B-Town Blog StaffMay 23, 2025May 23, 2025
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Highline Forum to meet at Burien City Hall on Wednesday, May 28 to discuss airport, economic impacts

Avatar photoby B-Town Blog StaffMay 22, 2025May 22, 2025
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Burien City Manager to host Coffee Chat on healthy food choices in Boulevard Park on Wednesday, May 28

Avatar photoby B-Town Blog StaffMay 21, 2025May 21, 2025
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Burien City Council discusses formalizing temporary housing at religious sites

Avatar photoby Mellow DeTrayMay 20, 2025May 21, 2025
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Rep. Pramila Jayapal will host Town Hall in Burien on Tuesday May 27

Avatar photoby B-Town Blog StaffMay 19, 2025May 19, 2025
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City of Burien begins Critical Areas Ordinance update as part of 2044 Comprehensive Plan

Avatar photoby B-Town Blog StaffMay 17, 2025May 17, 2025
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Bistro Baffi closes in Normandy Park after owner cites crime, lack of support

Avatar photoby Scott SchaeferMay 17, 2025May 17, 2025
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Judge rules for City of Burien in encampment lawsuit: ‘The State Constitution cannot fix every societal problem’

Avatar photoby Scott SchaeferMay 16, 2025May 16, 2025
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Burien City Council to consider ordinances, EMS Levy, proclamations & more at Monday’s meeting

Avatar photoby B-Town Blog StaffMay 16, 2025May 17, 2025
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City of SeaTac offers to buy North SeaTac Park from Port of Seattle, pledging $20 million

Avatar photoby B-Town Blog StaffMay 15, 2025
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Noise complaints lead to zoning violation and battle over Tim’s Tavern in White Center

Avatar photoby Scott SchaeferMay 14, 2025May 15, 2025
Posted inBurien News

Burien City Council considers permanent ordinance for religious homeless shelters

Avatar photoby Mellow DeTrayMay 13, 2025May 13, 2025
Posted inBurien News

Kim-Khanh Van announces candidacy for King County Council District 5

Avatar photoby B-Town Blog StaffMay 13, 2025May 13, 2025
Posted inBurien News

Lane and ramp closures continue in south King County this week

Avatar photoby B-Town Blog StaffMay 12, 2025May 12, 2025
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Here are the candidates who have filed to run for the 2025 Highline School Board election

Avatar photoby B-Town Blog StaffMay 11, 2025May 11, 2025
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Election season opens up as 12 Burien City Council candidates file to run for 4 positions

Avatar photoby B-Town Blog StaffMay 10, 2025May 10, 2025
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Burien City Council’s Special Meeting on Monday, May 12 will focus on housing, budget, economic development & more

Avatar photoby B-Town Blog StaffMay 9, 2025May 10, 2025
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Sam Méndez announces campaign for Burien City Council, Position 3

Avatar photoby B-Town Blog StaffMay 9, 2025May 9, 2025

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  • City of Burien launches zoning proposal process for area north of NERA, seeking community inputCity of Burien launches zoning proposal process for area north of NERA, seeking community input
  • Tensions flare at Burien City Council meeting over DESC Bloomside, tree removals and zoning planTensions flare at Burien City Council meeting over DESC Bloomside, tree removals and zoning plan
  • VIDEO: Burien’s amazing Arts-A-Glow festival shines with lanterns, art and joyful crowds Saturday nightVIDEO: Burien’s amazing Arts-A-Glow festival shines with lanterns, art and joyful crowds Saturday night
  • Lane and ramp closures on I-5, SR 516 and SR 509 in south King County continue Sept. 8-14Lane and ramp closures on I-5, SR 516 and SR 509 in south King County continue Sept. 8-14
  • On agenda for Monday’s Burien City Council meeting: public hearing on block grants, business license updates, district court ILA & moreOn agenda for Monday’s Burien City Council meeting: public hearing on block grants, business license updates, district court ILA & more

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