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Swedish Cuts Nearly 300 Positions Across Puget Sound Amid Ongoing Financial Strain

SEATTLE — Swedish Health Services has announced the elimination of nearly 300 positions across its Puget Sound facilities, marking one of the region’s more...

Washington State Considers Requiring Proof of Citizenship to Vote

SEATTLE, WA — A new political initiative in Washington state is drawing attention after an activist called for laws that would require voters to...

Seattle Mariners Reveal Detailed Look at New 50-Season Anniversary Jersey Patch

SEATTLE, WA — The Seattle Mariners have unveiled an up-close look at the special jersey patch created to celebrate the franchise’s 50th season, offering...

Seattle Police Investigating Shooting Near Rainier Avenue S and S Adams Street

SEATTLE, WA — Seattle police are investigating a shooting that occurred Wednesday morning near the intersection of Rainier Avenue South and South Adams Street,...

Roadwork Blocks Left Shoulder on West Seattle Bridge; Drivers Urged to Use Caution

SEATTLE, WA — The Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) issued a traffic advisory Thursday after roadwork crews began operations on the westbound side of...

Kent Police Department Reports Major Early Success in City-Wide Food Drive

KENT, WA — The Kent Police Department announced a strong start to its annual city-wide food drive, crediting both employees and community members for...

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...

After fierce fight, WA lawmaker secures US House rebuke of fellow Democrat

by Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard November 18, 2025 Democratic U.S. Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez of Washington succeeded Tuesday in getting the House to publicly reprimand...

Renton Man Charged in Fatal DUI Collision That Killed 68-Year-Old Driver

RENTON, Wash. — A 22-year-old Renton man has been formally charged after a deadly DUI crash that occurred on August 10, 2025, leaving one...

Teen Seriously Injured in Rainier Vista Shooting, Later Taken Into Custody on Robbery Warrant

SEATTLE — A 17-year-old boy was seriously wounded in a shooting Tuesday evening in the Rainier Vista neighborhood and was later taken into custody...

Kent Police and City Leaders Serve Seniors at Annual Thanksgiving Event

KENT, Wash. — The Kent Police Department joined community leaders this week to help serve meals at the city’s annual Senior Thanksgiving gathering, continuing...

City of Kent Promotes Pet Licensing to Help Reunite Lost Animals

KENT, Wash. — The City of Kent is urging pet owners to license their cats and dogs with Regional Animal Services of King County...

Armed Robbery Suspect Arrested After Hiding in Home; Kent and Auburn Officers Credit Flock Safety Cameras

Kent, WA — November 2025 An armed robbery suspect was taken into custody Monday morning after a multi-agency response involving the Kent Police Department and...

Roadwork Causes Westbound Lane Closure on S Dearborn Street

Seattle, WA — November 19, 2025 Roadwork on South Dearborn Street is currently blocking the right westbound lane between 13th Avenue South and 10th Avenue...

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