More integrated treatment for addiction and mental health with a priority for people who are homeless
King County is helping open a new detox facility that will offer integrated treatment for mental health and substance-use disorder – including opioid addiction – that prioritizes bed space for people who are homeless.

Helping more young people throughout King County reach adulthood healthy, empowered, and ready to thrive
The latest Best Starts for Kids initiative will provide funding to 32 partner organizations to provide leadership opportunities, mentoring, and other services that will help young people throughout King County achieve their full potential.

Regional leaders announce bid on Amazon HQ2, emphasize long-term economic development
King County Executive Dow Constantine and Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers announced a regional proposal to Amazon for its second headquarters. The potential sites are located in cities and tribal lands across King and Snohomish counties.