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Renton Police Clarify Role Amid Federal Immigration Enforcement Activity

The Renton Police Department has issued a community update addressing concerns over the presence of federal immigration enforcement agents operating within the city. According to...

Officer-Involved Shooting Follows Police Pursuit in Tukwila

TUKWILA, Wash. — A police pursuit early Thursday morning ended with an officer-involved shooting and the arrest of a suspect on multiple felony charges,...

WA picks EV charger projects to receive federal funding

by Bill Lucia, Washington State Standard January 29, 2026 Five awardees are on track to receive a combined $12.1 million in federal funding to build and...

Scam Alert Issued as Everett Police Warn of Government Impersonation Frauds

Everett, WA — The Everett Police Department is warning residents about a growing number of scams involving individuals impersonating government officials, including law enforcement...

Rain and Gusty Winds to Persist Across Western Washington

Seattle, WA — The National Weather Service in Seattle says periods of rain and gusty winds will continue across Western Washington over the next...

Stung by a court ruling, WA looks to clarify what is an ‘election’

by Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard January 29, 2026 It may seem obvious that a registered voter in Washington can only vote once in an election. It’s...

Lower drunk driving limit approved by WA Senate

by Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard January 28, 2026 Washington took a major stride Wednesday toward slashing the state’s legal limit for driving drunk. A divided state...

Republican WA congressman: Immigration crackdown has ‘gotten out of hand’

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard January 28, 2026 U.S. Rep. Dan Newhouse said Wednesday that “a lot of questions need to be answered” in the...

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,...

It’s primary election day in WA. Here’s what you need to know

‘Truly dangerous’: Dry, windy forecast east of WA’s Cascades sparks dire wildfire warning

Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson Appoints Andre Sayles as Interim Police Chief Following Shon Barnes’ Resignation