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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.,...

Seattle Police Investigate Shooting on Rainier Avenue South

Seattle police are investigating a shooting that occurred in the 400 block of Rainier Avenue South late Monday. According to the Seattle Police Department,...

Washington lawmakers want to regulate license plate readers

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State Standard December 1, 2025 Washington state lawmakers next year hope to rein in law enforcement’s use of automated license plate readers...

Multiple Teens Arrested After Shooting at Officer and Fleeing in Stolen SUV on I-5

Several teenagers were taken into custody Friday night after reportedly shooting at a Seattle police officer and leading authorities on a high-speed pursuit in...

Cold Morning Temperatures Dip Below Freezing Across Western Washington

Residents across parts of western Washington woke up to below-freezing temperatures Friday morning, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Seattle. Forecasters reported...

ICE Buffalo Arrests Man Convicted of Murder and Weapons Charges

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials in Buffalo have arrested a 60-year-old Jamaican national who has been previously convicted of murder and criminal...

Bellevue Encourages Local Shopping, Announces New Support Services for Small Businesses

The City of Bellevue is urging residents to shop locally in recognition of Small Business Saturday, highlighting the crucial role small businesses play in...

City of Kent Highlights Historic Meeker Street Shops for Small Business Saturday

The City of Kent marked Small Business Saturday with a nostalgic look back at its historic Meeker Street Shops, sharing a 1949 photograph that...

Seattle Police Investigate Shooting Near I-5; Multiple Suspects Detained

Seattle police are investigating a shooting incident that occurred near Interstate 5 and Corson Avenue South on Thursday. According to a statement from the...

Lake-Effect Snow Triggers Thanksgiving Day Travel Warnings Across Multiple States

A powerful burst of lake-effect snow is creating hazardous travel conditions across parts of the Midwest and Northeast this Thanksgiving Day, prompting weather warnings...

City of Kent Announces Month-Long Winterfest Holiday Celebrations

Kent, WA — The City of Kent has officially kicked off its annual Winterfest, a month-long series of holiday events designed to bring the...

Fresno Uber Driver Critically Injured After Being Shot by Passenger

Fresno, CA — A late-night ride in Fresno turned violent Thursday when an Uber driver was shot in the back of the head by...

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