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3 news stories from 3 sources collected today • Updated: Jun 03, 2026 17:06
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Auburn, Seattle, politics, taxes, transport, roads, Placer County, King County, Local, Money
Jun 03, 2026 16:06
King County Transportation District Nears Sales Tax Vote

The King County Transportation District is finalizing a 0.1% sales tax to fund roads and support cities. Key details include: The tax would generate $100 million annually, with 12.5% allocated to cities.

Debates continue over caps on city funding and whether cities can bank unused funds. The Roads Division faces a $200 million annual shortfall, with capital funds depleted by 2028.

The next full meeting is June 12. The tax aims to prevent a crisis in road maintenance across the county, including critical infrastructure in South King County.

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Brea, politics, elections, technology, Placer County, Local
Jun 03, 2026 09:14
Speeding Up California's Vote Count

California's vote counting process is notoriously slow, leading to frustration and misinformation. Over 16 million Californians voted in November 2024, with 80% using mail in ballots.

Mail in ballots require signature verification and can be accepted up to seven days after election day. The California Voter Foundation recommends increased funding, earlier ballot returns, and technology like "sign, scan & go" to speed up the count.

A Placer County pilot program cut processing time by three to four days using in person scanning. While some argue a slow count ensures accuracy, advocates say faster processing is possible without compromising integrity.

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• King County Transportation District nears finalizing new sales tax | Auburn Reporter auburn-reporter.com
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• Can we speed up California’s vote count already? latimes.com
Jun 03, 2026 03:45
• Ford recalls 420,000 vehicles over seat belt issue mendocinobeacon.com
Jun 03, 2026 03:25
• Senator Dave Cortese Applauds High-Speed Rail Authority's Action to Advance Track and Systems Contract and Public-Private Partnership Opportunities (es) sd15.senate.ca.gov
Jun 02, 2026 11:55
• California voting ends Tuesday. The results? Don’t expect them anytime soon almanacnews.com
Jun 02, 2026 02:10
• Auburn man sentenced for Metro bus hate crime in Kent auburn-reporter.com
Jun 01, 2026 23:02
• The show will go on: White House correspondents’ dinner rescheduled for July, with Trump attending ukiahdailyjournal.com
Jun 01, 2026 21:44
• This week in Santa Cruz County business: Planning commission weighs next steps for Front & Laurel project; apple farmers face shift as Martinelli’s cancels contracts lookout.co
Jun 01, 2026 21:28
• Local businesses urged to apply for federal flood funds by June 10 auburn-reporter.com
May 31, 2026 23:02
• Stockton City Council District 3: Incumbent Blower takes on three challengers stocktonia.org
May 31, 2026 21:10
• Giant warehouse planned for Wild Waves property in Federal Way auburn-reporter.com
May 27, 2026 23:02
• Senate Approves Cervantes’ Bill Protecting Military & Overseas Voters’ Right to Vote sd31.senate.ca.gov
May 27, 2026 21:24
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Jun 02, 2026 15:28 • almanacnews.com
California's Most Uncertain Gubernatorial Primary in Years
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Jun 03, 2026 13:46 • cbsnews.com External •
CHP identifies truck driver sought in deadly I-80 hit-and-run near Auburn
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Jun 02, 2026 13:30 • mercurynews.com External •
Four charged, more than 1 ton of cocaine seized in connection with California-Mexico border tunnel
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Jun 01, 2026 10:50 • smmirror.com
Santa Monica Housing Project Redesign Cuts Units
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May 31, 2026 17:52 • timesofsandiego.com
San Diego Deal Ends Balboa Park Parking Fee, Cuts Trash Fee
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•With ‘overwhelming’ support, Monterey Park on cusp of California’s first data center ban
Jun 03, 2026 07:35
•Pack it in, pack it out: Bowman visitors reminded of responsibilities
Jun 03, 2026 02:35
•Juneteenth Events Come to Santa Monica With New Gathering, Annual Festival
Jun 03, 2026 02:28
•Serene Lakes residence earns IBHS Wildfire Prepared Home Designation
Jun 01, 2026 21:47
•Redlands Festival of Arts draws hundreds to Smiley Park
Jun 02, 2026 03:45
•Burgum highlights Obama-era Reflecting Pool water loss as repair debate continues
Jun 02, 2026 03:00
•Baker City Airport ties record-low for June 2 at 30 degrees
May 31, 2026 22:59
•Lincoln Property Company redesigns Santa Monica housing complex with new architect

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