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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...

Free Photos With Santa Bring Holiday Cheer to Kennydale Firing Station in Renton

Renton, WA — Families gathered for a festive holiday celebration today as the Kennydale Firing Station café hosted a special event offering free photos...

Homicide Investigation Underway in Tacoma; Arrest Reported on McKinley Avenue

Tacoma, WA — Tacoma police are investigating a homicide following an incident that initially appeared to be a vehicle collision in the 6400 block...

Two Suspects Arrested in Back-to-Back Shoplifting Incidents in Tukwila

Tukwila, WA — Two people were taken into custody following a pair of shoplifting incidents that unfolded almost simultaneously at businesses along the 17300...

Father Dies After Saving Child in Lake Perris Drowning Incident

LAKE PERRIS, Calif. — A tragic drowning incident at Lake Perris on Saturday afternoon claimed the life of a father who witnesses say died...

ICE Arrests Alleged ISIS-K Suspect in the United States

Washington, D.C. — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced that its agents have arrested a man alleged to be connected to ISIS-K, according...

Suspected Car Thief Arrested After Ramming Police Vehicle

A 36-year-old man is in custody after allegedly stealing a vehicle early Friday morning and attempting to flee police by repeatedly ramming a patrol...

Kent Police Department Honors Pearl Harbor Victims on December 7

Kent, WA — The Kent Police Department joined the nation in honoring and remembering the lives lost during the attack on Pearl Harbor on...

Health Officials Reaffirm Hepatitis B Vaccination Recommendation for Newborns

The West Coast Health Alliance (WCHA), in partnership with the Washington State Department of Health (WA DOH) and several leading national medical organizations, has...

Sound Transit Opens Three New Link Light Rail Stations in South King County

South King County is celebrating a major transportation milestone as Sound Transit officially opened three new Link light rail stations: Federal Way Downtown, Star...

Light Rail Extension to Federal Way Opens, Offering Major Relief for I-5 Commuters

The long-awaited light rail extension to Federal Way is officially open, providing commuters with a new and efficient alternative to the often-congested Interstate 5...

USCIS Launches New Vetting Center to Enhance National Security Screening

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced the creation of a new national vetting center aimed at strengthening America’s ability to...

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