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Downbeat outlook persists in WA’s final budget forecast of the year

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard November 18, 2025 Washington state budget writers got a mild dose of good news on Tuesday, but are still looking...

Kent Civil Service Commission Holds Meeting to Review Police Personnel Matters

Kent, WA — The City of Kent Civil Service Commission is scheduled to meet this evening to address a range of police personnel matters,...

Kent Police Department Welcomes New Officer at City Council Meeting

Kent, WA — The Kent Police Department officially introduced its newest officer, J. Hallenbeck, during a recent Kent City Council meeting, where leadership highlighted...

King County Council Approves $19.7 Billion Budget for 2026–2027

Seattle, WA — The King County Council has officially approved a $19.7 billion budget for the 2026–2027 biennium, outlining major investments in transit, public...

Michigan Man Sentenced for Threatening to Kill Public Official with Same Name

Seattle, WA — A Michigan man who shares the same name as a well-known public official has been sentenced after being convicted of threatening...

Man Arrested After Standoff Following Robbery of Kent Bikini Coffee Stand

Kent, WA — A man suspected of robbing a bikini coffee stand in Kent was taken into custody after a police standoff on Wednesday,...

Washington Issues Proclamation Recognizing Native American Heritage Month

Olympia, WA — Washington state has formally recognized Native American Heritage Month with an official proclamation honoring the history, culture, and enduring contributions of...

Renton Leaders Host “What’s Brewing with Ed” Community Conversation

Renton, WA — City of Renton officials are inviting residents to join Chief Administrative Officer Ed VanValey and members of the city’s leadership team...

Renton Holiday Bazaar Returns With Over 100 Local Vendors

Renton, WA — The annual Renton Holiday Bazaar is back this week, bringing together more than 100 local vendors for a festive two-day shopping...

Community Thanksgiving Giveaway Draws Hundreds to Tacoma Dome

Tacoma, WA — Hundreds of families filled the Tacoma Dome parking lot on Thursday for an annual Thanksgiving turkey giveaway that organizers say has...

Washington Secures Major Funding Boost to Expand Early Childhood Education Access

OLYMPIA — Washington state is set to significantly expand access to early childhood education following a major new grant announced by Governor Bob Ferguson...

Seattle Ranked Among Top 50 Travel Destinations Worldwide by Travel + Leisure

SEATTLE — Seattle has earned a coveted spot on Travel + Leisure’s list of the Top 50 places to visit worldwide, highlighting the city...

Major Collision Blocks Multiple Lanes on Southbound I-405 in Bellevue; Emergency Crews Respond

BELLEVUE — A significant traffic disruption is underway on southbound I-405, just north of NE 8th Street, after a collision blocked two left toll...

Nighttime Construction Slows Traffic on 6th Ave Between Blanchard & Bell Streets

SEATTLE — Ongoing construction on 6th Avenue is causing significant traffic slowdowns as crews continue work between Blanchard Street and Bell Street, according to...

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