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Serrano out as federal prosecutor in eastern WA. But he could be back

by Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard December 9, 2025 Pete Serrano’s time as a federal prosecutor in eastern Washington ended Tuesday. His tenure with the U.S. Department...

Heavily Intoxicated Driver Arrested After Multi-Vehicle Crash in Magnolia

Seattle police arrested a 25-year-old man for Driving Under the Influence (DUI) and Reckless Driving after he caused a multi-vehicle collision in the Magnolia...

Seattle Braces for “Atmospheric River” With Safety Tips From City Officials

As a powerful “atmospheric river” brings heavy rain and strong winds to Seattle, city officials are urging residents to prepare for difficult commutes, roadway...

Heavy Rains Expected as Atmospheric River Brings Flood Risk to Western Washington

A strong atmospheric river system is forecast to bring heavy rainfall to western Washington from Monday, December 8, through Wednesday, December 11, 2025, raising...

Renton Police Department Announces Winners of 2025 Battle of the Badges Holiday Lights Competition

The Renton Police Department, in partnership with Renton Parks and Recreation and the City of Renton, celebrated the winners of the 2025 Battle of...

Heavy Rain Forecast Prompts Storm Preparedness in Renton

The City of Renton is urging residents to prepare for heavy rainfall expected in the coming days, emphasizing the importance of keeping storm drains...

Traffic Alerts Issued for Renton Ahead of December 8–12 Roadwork

Renton, WA — The City of Renton has released its list of traffic impacts expected for the week of December 8–12, as multiple streets...

Kent Opens Ticket Sales for 2025–2026 Spotlight Series

The City of Kent has announced that tickets are now on sale for all shows in the upcoming 2025–2026 Spotlight Series, a popular annual...

Kent’s Land Use & Planning Board to Receive Update on ReDiscover Downtown Plan

KENT, Wash. — The City of Kent’s Land Use & Planning Board is scheduled to hold a meeting tonight at 6 p.m. in the...

City of Kent Opens Registration for Spring 2026 “Kent 101” Civics Course

KENT, Wash. — The City of Kent has opened registration for its Spring 2026 “Kent 101” course, a free seasonal civics program designed to...

Kent Police Arrest Nevada Suspect After FLOCK Cameras Detect Stolen Vehicle

Kent, WA — Proactive policing and FLOCK Safety Camera technology led to the arrest of a 42-year-old Nevada man last week after officers located...

WA state Sen. Rebecca Saldaña won’t seek reelection

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard December 8, 2025 Washington state Sen. Rebecca Saldaña said Monday she would run for an open seat on the King...

WA erred in granting hundreds of commercial driver’s licenses to noncitizens

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard December 9, 2025 Washington state mistakenly issued nearly 700 licenses to drive trucks and buses to noncitizens who don’t qualify...

Ban on police face coverings pitched ahead of WA’s 2026 legislative session

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard December 8, 2025 California in September became the first state to ban law enforcement officers from wearing face coverings, in...

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