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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...

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...

Kent Police Department Opens Registration for Fall 2026 Community Police Academy

Washington State Marks Day of Civic Engagement on September 17

WA high court tosses natural gas measure approved by voters