Publisher Monika

Kent Police Announce New Grant to Fight Speeding & Distracted Driving

KENT, Wash. — The Kent Police Department has announced a new traffic safety grant opportunity aimed at reducing speeding and distracted driving along the...

Train Incident Prompts Temporary Road Closure in Kent

Kent, WA — The Kent Police Department announced a temporary road closure Friday after a train-related incident occurred along the BNSF railway tracks. According to...

Thousands under evacuation orders, as floodwaters crest in Washington rivers

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard December 11, 2025 Washington state awaits an answer on its request for federal aid as it deals with unprecedented river...

Workaround will keep WA’s Pete Serrano in federal prosecutor job

by Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard December 11, 2025 Pete Serrano will continue to lead the federal prosecutor’s office in eastern Washington. He’s got two new titles:...

Burglary Suspect Arrested in Lake City; Police Say He’ll Be on Santa’s “Naughty List”

Seattle, WA — With just 15 days left until Christmas, Seattle police arrested a 34-year-old man in the Lake City neighborhood on Monday night...

Seattle Public Library’s Douglass-Truth Branch Celebrates 50th Anniversary of Renaming

Seattle, WA — The Seattle Public Library’s Douglass-Truth Branch will host a community celebration on Saturday, Dec. 13, marking the 50th anniversary of its...

Renton Police Warn Residents of Holiday Mail Theft, Share Prevention Tips

Renton, WA — With the holiday season in full swing, the Renton Police Department is urging residents to stay vigilant as mail and package...

‘Historic’ flooding prompts WA governor to declare emergency

by Bill Lucia, Jerry Cornfield and Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard December 10, 2025 As floodwaters swelled around Washington, threatening low-lying communities along rivers, Gov. Bob...

Flood Warning Issued for King County, Washington

King County, WA — A Flood Warning has been issued for the region, urging residents to exercise caution as hazardous conditions develop due to...

No toll boost for major Seattle route during World Cup

by Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard December 11, 2025 Drivers won’t pay higher tolls to pass through the Highway 99 tunnel in Seattle during next summer’s...

Sexual Assault Suspect Points Gun at Officers, Triggering Officer-Involved Shooting in Kent

KENT, Wash. — A 48-year-old Kent man is in custody after pointing a handgun at officers during an early-morning standoff that led to an...

Armed Robbery and Carjacking Suspect Arrested After Multi-Agency Pursuit in Kent

KENT, Wash. — A 35-year-old man was arrested late Wednesday night after a violent armed robbery and carjacking spree that spanned multiple jurisdictions and...

Kent Police Highlight National Impaired Driving Prevention Month

KENT, WA – December 2025 — The Kent Police Department is recognizing National Impaired Driving Prevention Month, emphasizing the dangers impaired driving poses to...

Washington’s last coal power plant will transition to natural gas

by Joseph O’Sullivan, Washington State Standard December 9, 2025 TransAlta Corporation has signed an agreement with Puget Sound Energy to switch the last coal-fired power station...

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