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WA’s new resident portal promises easier access to state services

by Paul W. Taylor, Washington State Standard November 22, 2025 For Washington residents, getting help from state government could soon become easier and more secure, thanks...

Toll could be nearly $1M from vandalism in Washington state Capitol

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard November 21, 2025 Damage at the Washington state Capitol from vandalism last month could cost nearly $1 million. New estimates released...

Man Arrested With Fentanyl After High-Speed Pursuit in Stolen Truck Tracked by Helicopter

Seattle, WA — Seattle police arrested a 31-year-old convicted felon Tuesday afternoon after he fled officers in a stolen truck, triggering an air-assisted pursuit...

DEA Seattle Seizes 3.4 Million Lethal Doses of Fentanyl, Over 50 Firearms in Major October Takedowns

Seattle, WA — The Drug Enforcement Administration’s Seattle Field Division announced a major series of operations that resulted in the seizure of an estimated...

WA Legislature to consider requiring union talks over government use of AI

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard November 20, 2025 Washington state lawmakers next year are set to again discuss whether public sector unions can bargain over...

Two WA state representatives will open district office in Okanogan County

by Monica Carrillo-Casas, Washington State Standard November 21, 2025 Representatives from northeast Washington’s 7th Legislative District are opening a district office in Tonasket next week. Reps. Hunter...

It’s an ace. Pickleball gets its own Washington license plate

by Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard November 19, 2025 Washington served up a new license plate Wednesday, honoring the state sport of pickleball. In the works for...

Man Arrested With Fentanyl After Eluding Police in Stolen Truck

Seattle police arrested a 31-year-old convicted felon Tuesday afternoon after he led officers on a dangerous pursuit in a stolen truck and was later...

Kentwood Civics Students Surprise Kent Police Department with Doughnut Delivery

The Kent Police Department received a sweet surprise during a recent visit from Kentwood High School civics students, who stopped by the station as...

Kent Police and Valley SWAT Arrest Suspect in 2021 Kent Homicide Case

The Kent Police Department has announced a major breakthrough in a long-running homicide investigation, confirming the arrest of a suspect connected to the 2021...

Two New Kent Police Officers Graduate from Criminal Justice Training Commission

The Kent Police Department has welcomed two newly graduated officers, both of whom share a special local connection—they are Kentridge High School alumni. The department...

SR 99 Tunnel in Seattle Closed in Both Directions Following Power Outage

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) has announced the full closure of the SR 99 tunnel in Seattle after a power outage impacted...

Seattle Mariners Launch Exclusive “50 Seasons” Merchandise Collection

The Seattle Mariners Team Store has unveiled the brand-new 50 Seasons Collection, celebrating the franchise’s milestone anniversary with a fresh lineup of apparel and...

Seattle Mariners Announce 2026 Single-Game Ticket Release Dates

The Seattle Mariners have officially revealed the release schedule for their highly anticipated 2026 single-game tickets, giving fans an early chance to secure seats...

City of Kent Urges Residents to Prepare Their Homes for Emergencies

Peaceful Downtown March Followed by Evening Unrest in South Waterfront; One Arrest Reported

TSA Prepares for Record Holiday Travel, Expecting More Than 3 Million Passengers Screened