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Clam Lights Return to Renton with Opening Night Celebration at Gene Coulon Park

Renton’s beloved holiday tradition, Clam Lights, is set to return with its official opening night celebration on Friday, December 5, at Gene Coulon Memorial...

Renton Celebrates Successful Tree Lighting, Invites Public to Clam Lights Opening Night

The City of Renton is celebrating a strong community turnout for its recent Tree Lighting event, calling it a perfect way to wrap up...

WA Gov. Bob Ferguson says he’s drafting a cuts-only budget

by Bill Lucia and Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard December 2, 2025 Gov. Bob Ferguson warned Tuesday that the budget proposal he’ll release this month will...

Washington’s 2025 general election is officially in the books

by Jerry Cornfield, Washington State Standard December 3, 2025 Secretary of State Steve Hobbs and Gov. Bob Ferguson certified results of the Nov. 4 election on...

Trump administration sues WA for not sharing voter data

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard December 2, 2025 The Department of Justice on Tuesday sued Washington’s secretary of state over his refusal to provide personal...

WA School for the Blind leader resigned after misconduct probe

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard December 2, 2025 When the longtime superintendent of the Washington State School for the Blind resigned this summer, he blamed...

Suspect Arrested in South Seattle Homicide Following Multi-Agency Investigation

Seattle police have arrested a 31-year-old man wanted in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred in South Seattle on November 17. The arrest...

Pedestrian Seriously Injured in Vehicle Collision in Seattle’s Interbay Neighborhood

Seattle police are investigating a vehicle–pedestrian collision that left a man with potentially life-threatening injuries Monday night in the Interbay neighborhood. At approximately 8:35 p.m....

Kent City Schools Closed Tuesday Due to Winter Weather Conditions

Kent City Schools announced that all schools are closed today, Tuesday, December 2, due to winter weather conditions affecting the area. The closure comes...

Kent Police Issue Winter Weather Safety Reminder as Snow and Ice Impact Roads

The Kent Police Department is urging residents to use extra caution on the roads as snow and icy conditions affect travel throughout the day....

Kent Highlights National Impaired Driving Prevention Month and Local DUI Court Efforts

The City of Kent is recognizing National Impaired Driving Prevention Month this December, emphasizing the serious public safety risks associated with impaired driving and...

Kent Promotes Metro Flex, an On-Demand Neighborhood Transit Service

The City of Kent is highlighting Metro Flex, an on-demand neighborhood transit option now available to riders throughout the Kent area. Metro Flex allows users...

Drugs, Cash Seized After Arrest in Seattle’s First Hill Neighborhood

Seattle police recovered multiple types of illegal drugs, cash, and distribution materials during an arrest in the First Hill neighborhood on November 28. Around 6:20...

Homicide Investigation Underway After Fatal Shooting at Hookah Lounge in Chinatown-International District

Seattle police detectives are investigating a homicide following a shooting early Tuesday morning at a hookah lounge in the Chinatown–International District. Shortly before 8:00 a.m.,...

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