Sammamish settles federal lawsuit, can no longer delete “off-topic” comments
City pays $150K to settle partner lawsuits that alleged Sammamish unconstitutionally censored residents who lobbed criticisms on social media.
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Eastlake senior wins $250K in prestigious science competition
Christine Ye’s astrophysics research won top prize at the Regeneron Science Talent Search.
Federal judge restricts city’s enforcement of Facebook page rules
The court issued a preliminary injunction that effectively prevents city hall from deleting Facebook comments.
In close election, Sammamish voters choose a more inclusive approach
The anti-development faction narrowly lost three races to candidates who have a more inclusive approach to improving Sammamish’s livability.
City hall embroiled in two lawsuits for censoring residents on social media
Sammamish has been sued twice in two months for allegedly violating the constitutional rights of local residents and firing a whistleblower.
Recent crime wave generates concern over police efficacy
Sammamish Police are attributing their recently lackluster crime fighting to police reform legislation from Olympia.
For Sammamish City Council, diversity remains a challenge
Analysis of council’s historical composition reveals a lack of diversity, especially with regards to race.
If elected, Clark could make history as city’s first LGBT council member
Kali Clark is running for Sammamish City Council, Position 5.
Community groups rally to send relief to India
Several local nonprofits have raised money and sent equipment to help India through the recent COVID-19 surge.
Nonprofit leans in to help seniors during pandemic
Eastside Friends of Seniors provides assistance for senior citizens in their own homes, especially as they may be getting fewer visits from family and friends.