The Washington State Senate’s budget that moved forward on a partisan vote last week has a significant impact on the City of Mill Creek’s budget.

At its March 28th meeting, the City Council encouraged its citizens to speak out against the state transferring its pension obligations to cities.

Representative John Lovick (D-Mill Creek) announced that he’s one of five lawmakers introducing five separate reforms to address the controversy surrounding how Sound Transit 3 is handling car tabs.

His fellow lawmakers elected Mill Creek resident John Lovick to the position of Deputy Speaker Pro Tem in the Washington State House of Representatives on Monday, January 9th.

The holidays are a time for families and friends to get together. But that also means a greater risk for fire.

Whether you are getting ready to do some holiday entertaining at home or headed out to a party to ring in the New Year, State Fire Marshal Chuck Duffy suggests following some simple tips to ensure a celebration that is both festive and fire-safe.

Mumps have spread to two counties in Washington. King has 54 cases and Pierce has 4.

The Washington State Department of Health is reminding people across the state to make sure they take precautions to help stop the spread of mumps.

The State Fire Marshal’s Office would like to remind residents to be fire safe with their holiday decorations this season, especially Christmas trees. Improper care and decoration of a live or artificial tree can lead to catastrophic fires.

Washington State Patrol (WSP) Troopers conducted a statewide “Slow Down, Move Left, for Emergency Lights” emphasis from Thursday, October 27th through Saturday, October 29th.

The purpose was to bring increased awareness to the “Move Over Law” which helps both troopers and citizens get home safe.