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Traffic Update: Maple Valley Highway Fully Reopened After Accident Repairs

Renton, WA — The City of Renton announced that Maple Valley Highway (SR 169) is now fully open following earlier lane closures caused by...

The latest attempt to legalize homegrown marijuana in Washington

by Aspen Ford, Washington State Standard January 28, 2026 After more than a decade of failed attempts, supporters of amending Washington state law to allow for...

WA lawmakers attempt to rein in runaway lawsuit costs

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard January 27, 2026 Washington spent roughly $500 million last year in settlements and jury verdicts in cases involving government misconduct. The...

WA crime victim advocates make another plea for state funding

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard January 27, 2026 For years, crime victim advocates in Washington have fought for state funding to make up for dwindling...

Everett Encourages Residents to Participate in Weekly City Council Meetings

Everett, WA — The City of Everett is reminding residents that civic engagement is more accessible than ever, encouraging community members to take part...

Renton Officials Reassure Community on Immigration Enforcement Policy

Renton, WA — City of Renton leaders and the Renton Police Department are reassuring residents amid growing concerns surrounding immigration enforcement. In a public statement,...

Tukwila Police Arrest Multiple Suspects in Series of Traffic Stops and Criminal Incidents

Tukwila, WA — Tukwila Police officers made several arrests this week during traffic stops and patrol operations, recovering drugs, firearms, and impaired drivers while...

Kent Officer Assists Teen in Crisis, Police Share Resources for Parents

Kent, WA — The Kent Police Department is highlighting a recent incident involving a teenager in crisis as part of National Human Trafficking Awareness...

Traffic Alert: Lane Shifts and Closures on James Street at Washington Avenue N

Kent, WA – January 28, 2026 – Drivers should expect intermittent lane shifts and closures on James Street at the intersection with Washington Avenue...

POLICE SEARCH FOR STABBING SUSPECT IN REDMOND TRAIL ATTACK

Redmond, WA — Police are asking for the public’s help to identify a possible assault suspect following a stabbing reported Friday morning on a...

Kent Police Arrest Stabbing Suspect Following Incident at Public Library

Kent, Wash. — Kent Police patrol officers arrested a stabbing suspect Friday afternoon after a violent incident inside the Kent Library left an 18-year-old...

Woman Seriously Injured in Belltown Shooting Following Late-Night Disturbance

Seattle — A 19-year-old woman was seriously injured in a shooting late Friday night in Seattle’s Belltown neighborhood, prompting an ongoing investigation by police. Seattle...

SR 99 Tunnel Closed in Both Directions After Fire Incident

Seattle, — The State Route 99 tunnel was closed in both northbound and southbound directions following fire-related activity inside the tunnel, according to the...

Rivian pledges $4.6M for ballot initiative to allow direct EV sales in WA

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard January 23, 2026 Washington state lawmakers have tried and failed to erase Tesla’s status as the only electric vehicle maker...

Seattle Officials Urge Fans to Celebrate Safely Ahead of Super Sunday Rematch

Pedestrian Killed in Train Collision in Kent

With rally and ‘listening sessions’, WA initiative supporters deliver their message