ELECTION 2026: August 4 election ballots go out today

King County Elections mailed ballots today for the August 4 primary election, which affects Burien voters as residents of King County. Key races include U.S. House District 7 (Rep. Pramila Jayapal vs. three challengers) and District 8 King County Council (Teresa Mosqueda vs. two opponents), plus the Seattle Public Library levy renewal and contested state Supreme Court positions. Ballots must be returned by 8 p.m. August 4 via drop box or postmarked by that date if mailed.